How to Fix a Nintendo DS With a Hard Reset

The Nintendo DS is the most successful handheld console Nintendo has ever made and is attractive to modders because of its SD card-compatible cartridge slot. Occasionally through modifying the Nintendo DS, however, modders can render the system inoperable. In this situation, the system usually needs to be "hard reset," which is restoring the firmware and settings of the console to their initial factory status. This deletes any data on the system, including saves and downloaded apps and games.

Instructions

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     Turn over your DS, then remove the back panel (battery panel) with a small Phillips screwdriver. Remove the battery carefully and set it aside.

   • 2

     Wait at least a minute before reinstalling the battery. Replace the battery and screw the back panel back on.

   • 3

     Turn your DS back on and wait for the system to initialize again. You'll be prompted to enter information again, such as time settings, user information and system settings, since you have reset the DS to factory settings.