Nintendo 3DS - How To System Online Connect

The Nintendo 3DS system opens up a whole new world of eye-popping gameplay possibilities. The stereoscopic 3D display of the upper screen gives objects within the game world a feeling of space and depth that extends far into the back of the screen. It becomes easier to see the position of characters and obstacles in the world, making many game experiences even more intuitive for all types of players.

Portable play control reaches a new level with these amazing features, allowing for new & unique gameplay mechanics. A built-in motion sensor and gyro sensor can react to the motion and tilt of the system, so whether players are twisting their systems side to side or moving them up and down, their motion-compatible Nintendo 3DS games respond instantly.

The Nintendo 3DS system uses its two outer cameras to see the world in 3D, much like the human eye, allowing for the creation of 3D photos—and a similar 3D effect to that seen in Nintendo 3DS games.

What You Need to Connect Your System to the Internet

A Nintendo 3DS system
An online capable game (if you wish to play multiplayer)
A broadband internet connection (cable, DSL, FIOS)
A wireless access point to a broadband Internet connection. Most people will use a wireless router or a Hotspot location.
A typical online connection for a Nintendo 3DS

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The Internet Browser is Currently Not Available

The Nintendo 3DS internet browser is currently not available.
It will become available through an update planned for late May.
We'll have more information for you after this update becomes available.

How to Perform a System Update

To get the latest available features as well as the most current enhancements to the Nintendo 3DS system's performance, we recommend downloading the most current System Update.

Important! Your Nintendo 3DS must be connected to the Internet to perform these steps.

What to do:

1. Turn on your Nintendo 3DS and access the System Settings by tapping the wrench icon.
2. Tap "Other Settings"
3. Tap the right arrow three times to reach page "4."
4. Tap "System Update."
5. Tap "OK."
6. Tap "I Accept."
7. Tap "OK" to begin the update.

Important Notes:

The system update that is available on March 24, 2011 expands the basic functionality and improves overall system stability. It does not include features like the Internet Browser, Nintendo eShop, Nintendo DSi to Nintendo 3DS content transfer, etc. Another update is scheduled for late May which should include these features.

It may take several minutes for the System Update to download. If you feel the update has stopped downloading, you can safely turn off the Nintendo 3DS and repeat these steps to try again.

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