Switch won't dock, tried many solutions | /r/NintendoSwitch | Page 1

modern adder Jun 18, 2022, 12:45 PM

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Hi, my Switch won't dock, as in it will not display on my TV. I know it's not the docks, nor the HDMI cables, nor the TV's fault, as I've tried different combinations of all 3. My Switch charges just fine, I use the charger it came with. The dock does show the green LED on the bottom when it's docked and the screen of the Switch does go black during that. I've tried connecting all the cables in the recommended order but still nothing. Any ideas?

hybrid jetty Jun 18, 2022, 12:59 PM

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So just to clarify, you have tested your Switch on different dock, different TV, different HDMI cable? @modern adder

modern adder Jun 18, 2022, 1:43 PM

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Yes

hybrid jetty Jun 18, 2022, 2:12 PM

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modern adder Yes

Can you test something for me?
Go to System Settings > TV Settings> Lower the resolution to lowest. Test on the dock again.

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Then go back to the same setting, change RGB setting, test the dock again.

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Tell me the result later

modern adder Jun 18, 2022, 2:27 PM

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sure thing

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still nothing

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my TV doesn't detect anything at all

hybrid jetty Jun 18, 2022, 2:34 PM

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What was the status of the LED light on the dock for the whole time you test this out?

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It will always flash one when you dock the Switch

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but after that, does it stay lit?

modern adder Jun 18, 2022, 2:35 PM

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it does stay lit

hybrid jetty Jun 18, 2022, 2:35 PM

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Hmm

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That light indicates a solid HDMI connection

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I'm afraid it might have to do with your Switch

modern adder Jun 18, 2022, 2:35 PM

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darn

hybrid jetty Jun 18, 2022, 2:36 PM

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Since you already test it on a different dock and TV already

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We can try a few more things before considering a hardware repair

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but it might be futile

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You want to try it?

night spindleBOT Jun 18, 2022, 2:37 PM

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monkey

🐵 MONKEY MAGIC METHOD 🐒

※ Important: Follow these steps in exact order

Unplug all the cables (HDMI, AC Power Adapter) and remove the Switch from dock.
Unplug the AC adapter from the wall socket.
Turn off the TV/Monitor.
Wait 30 seconds.
Connect your AC adapter cable to the dock.
Connect your AC adapter to the wall outlet.
Connect your HDMI cable to the dock.
Connect your HDMI cable to the TV/Monitor.
Dock your Switch.
Turn on TV/Monitor.

Source: Nintendo's Recommended Solution

hybrid jetty Jun 18, 2022, 2:37 PM

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Do these steps in the correct order

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If that didn't work, considering doing this

night spindleBOT Jun 18, 2022, 2:37 PM

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init

HOW TO INITIALIZE WITHOUT DELETING SAVE DATA

§ Initialization is a semi-format solution that will wipe all the data on your Switch, except for save data, screenshots, and your user account information, then restore the system software back to its original state. It will help eliminating software issues.

※ Note: This process will delete all games' install data and pictures/videos stored on your microSD card, since it will format your card . Your save data will be safe. You can backup or move the data around in System Setting ⚙️ > Data Management.
⚠︎ Exception: Animal Crossing: New Horizon's save data will be lost through this process. Please backup or transfer your ACNH's save data before attempting this.

1. Ensure the console is power off.

If the console does not respond, hold down the POWER Button for twelve seconds to force it to shut down.
2. With the console powered off, press and hold down the Volume up (+) and Volume down (-) buttons, then press the POWER Button to turn the system on.
Keep holding down the Volume buttons until the menu for Maintenance Mode appears.
---Stop here if you just want to access Maintenance/Recovery mode---

3. Once in Maintenance Mode, select Initialize Console Without Deleting Save Data.

If a Parental Control PIN has been set for the system, you will be prompted to enter it to proceed.
4. Read through the information, then select Next > Initialize Console Without Deleting Save Data.

‣ Source: Nintendo official guide

hybrid jetty Jun 18, 2022, 2:37 PM

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This is a software soft-format

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Read it carefully

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If this one didn't help then it's hardware 100%

modern adder Jun 18, 2022, 2:38 PM

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I've tried the monkey magic method

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I believe it's hardware I've done this second method as well

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That sucks

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Looks like I'll have to send it in for repair

hybrid jetty Jun 18, 2022, 2:39 PM

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Well, that's about it then

modern adder Jun 18, 2022, 2:40 PM

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Do you have any idea what in particular could be the cause of this

hybrid jetty Jun 18, 2022, 2:41 PM

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There are several components involve, including the USB-C port, a bunch of chips like P13USB, M92T36...

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There are cases where it's quite hard to fix as well

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I'm in the process of finishing the guide on repair and warranty in: https://discord.com/channels/238080556708003851/986637761916317707

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