Nintendo Switch Error Code 2110-1300 — What It Means & How to Fix It

What Does This Error Mean?

Error 2110-1300 means your Nintendo Switch cannot connect to your Wi-Fi network. The Switch can see the network but fails during the connection or authentication process. This is usually caused by an incorrect Wi-Fi password, a router compatibility issue, or a weak signal.

Affected Models

Nintendo Switch
Nintendo Switch Lite
Nintendo Switch OLED

Common Causes

The Wi-Fi password saved on the Switch is incorrect or the router password was recently changed
The Wi-Fi signal is too weak — the Switch is too far from the router
The router is using a 5 GHz only network and the Switch only supports 2.4 GHz on older models
The router's MAC address filtering feature is blocking the Switch from connecting
There are too many devices connected to the router and it has reached its connection limit

How to Fix It

Delete the saved Wi-Fi connection and reconnect from scratch. Go to System Settings > Internet > Internet Settings. Select your network, choose Change Settings > Delete Settings. Then select the network again and enter your Wi-Fi password carefully.

An incorrect saved password is the most common cause of 2110-1300. Re-entering it fresh fixes the problem immediately.
Move your Switch closer to the router. Try connecting while standing within 3 to 5 feet of the router to rule out a weak signal as the cause.

Walls, floors, and other devices all weaken Wi-Fi. If it works close to the router, you need a Wi-Fi range extender or to move the router.
Check your router's frequency band. The original Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite support 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi. Make sure your router is broadcasting both bands or that you are trying to connect to the correct one.

2.4 GHz has longer range but is slower. 5 GHz is faster but shorter range. Both work with the Switch.
Restart your router. Unplug it from power, wait 30 seconds, and plug it back in. Wait 1 to 2 minutes for it to fully come back online, then try connecting your Switch.

Router restarts clear connection tables and resolve many temporary connectivity issues.
Test your Switch on a different network — such as a friend's Wi-Fi or your phone's mobile hotspot. If it connects successfully elsewhere, the problem is with your home router configuration, not your Switch.

This step quickly tells you whether the issue is your Switch or your router. It saves a lot of troubleshooting time.

When to Call a Professional

Error 2110-1300 is a Wi-Fi configuration issue — no hardware repair is needed. If your Switch cannot connect to any Wi-Fi network at all, including mobile hotspots, the Wi-Fi hardware may be faulty. In that case, contact Nintendo Support for a repair assessment at support.nintendo.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

My Switch connects to other Wi-Fi networks fine — why not mine at home?

This usually means your home router has a specific setting blocking the connection. Common culprits include MAC address filtering, a device limit being reached, or a security setting like WPA3 that older Switch firmware does not support. Log into your router's admin page and check these settings, or try temporarily disabling security features to test.

Does the Nintendo Switch support 5 GHz Wi-Fi?

Yes, all Nintendo Switch models support both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi bands. The Switch OLED model has improved Wi-Fi performance compared to the original. If you are having connection issues, try switching between bands — some routers work better with the Switch on 2.4 GHz.

Can I use a wired ethernet connection with the Nintendo Switch?

Yes, but only when docked. You need a USB-C to ethernet adapter or a Nintendo Switch LAN adapter. Plug the adapter into the dock's USB port and connect an ethernet cable from your router. A wired connection eliminates all Wi-Fi issues and is recommended for online gaming.