System and Feature Updates
Nintendo constantly aims to improve the functionality of its systems and services in order to provide the easiest, most user-friendly experience possible. As a part of these efforts, we are making Nintendo 3DS™ system updates available for download via the Internet.
Your Nintendo 3DS system and software are not designed for use with any unauthorized device and/or any unauthorized software. Please note that the Nintendo warranties do not cover any defects to or defects caused by unauthorized devices, software, modifications and/or non-licensed accessories. Furthermore such use may lead to injury to yourself or others and may cause performance issues and/or damage to your Nintendo 3DS system and related services. Nintendo (as well as Nintendo licensees or distributors) is not responsible for any damage or loss caused by the use of such devices, software, modifications or non-licensed accessories.
IMPORTANT: After the Nintendo 3DS system is updated, any existing or future unauthorized technical modification of the hardware or software of your Nintendo 3DS system, or the use of an unauthorized device in connection with your system, may render the system permanently unplayable. Content deriving from the unauthorized modification of the hardware or software of your Nintendo 3DS system may be removed. Failure to accept the update may render games unplayable.
In relatively newer versions of the Nintendo 3DS system update, updates can be received automatically when connected to a wireless access point. When the download is complete, you will receive a dialog on the HOME Menu detailing the steps to install the update.
Version 5.1.0-11U available via wireless Internet connection includes the following improvements:
Resolves an issue that may prevent access to the System Settings or other features.
- Some users received an error during the system update and were then unable to access the System Settings, Nintendo eShop, or Game Notes. This update prevents this from occurring again. If you are currently experiencing this error, please click here for related troubleshooting.
Version 5.0.0-11U available via wireless Internet connection includes the following improvements:
Nintendo eShop improvements*
- Users will no longer need to close the Nintendo eShop application to ensure the "Download Later" feature works while the Nintendo 3DS is in Sleep Mode.
- Other improvements to usability have been made, including the ability to download software update data in the background.
Support for the Save Data Transfer Tool
- Click here for an overview of the Save Data Transfer Tool.
Improvements to system stability and usability
- Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been made to enhance the user experience.
- *System menu versions 5.0.0-0U through 5.0.0-10U do not include these improvements.
- The following, which were included within previous system updates, are not included with system menu versions 5.0.0-0U through 5.0.0-4U:
- New features for the Nintendo 3DS Camera
- New content for StreetPass Mii Plaza
- System Transfer between two Nintendo 3DS systems
- The following, which were included within previous system updates, are not included with system menu versions 5.0.0-0U through 5.0.0-1U:
- Addition of Internet Browser
- Addition of Nintendo eShop
- System Transfer from a Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL system
Related Articles:
Nintendo 3DS Version Change HistoryHow to Tell Which Menu Version You Have
How to Perform the System Update
Download Hangs, Freezes, Etc.
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