If you use a wired internet connection with your Nintendo Switch 2, keeping that connection active during sleep mode can be helpful for downloading updates or receiving notifications while your console rests. By enabling this feature, you ensure that your system stays connected even when not actively in use.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to maintain a wired connection while your Nintendo Switch 2 is in sleep mode. This is especially useful for gamers who want their downloads to continue in the background or for those who use the console for online features like cloud saves and remote installs.
With a few quick adjustments in the settings, your Switch 2 will stay connected via Ethernet while conserving power. Follow the steps ahead to activate this feature and get the most out of your console’s sleep mode functionality.
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Maintain Wired Connection In Sleep Mode On Nintendo Switch 2
Navigate to the System Settings from the Home screen.
Scroll down the menu and select Sleep Mode.
Find the option Maintain Wired Connection in Sleep Mode.
Enable the toggle to keep your Ethernet connection active while the console is in sleep mode.
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