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How do I fix error code 2816-0598?

Alton Alexander
By Alton AlexanderUpdated on June 4th, 2022

Error code 2816-0598 is a problem that can occur when trying to update the software on a Nintendo Switch console. This error code indicates that the console was unable to connect to the Internet, which is necessary in order to download the update. There are a few potential reasons why this error code might occur, including:

-The console is not connected to a Wi-Fi network.

-There is an issue with the Wi-Fi network that the console is connected to.

-The Nintendo Switch servers are down or busy.

-There is a problem with the update itself.

If you are encountering this error code, the first thing you should try is to ensure that your console is properly connected to a Wi-Fi network. If that does not fix the problem, you can try connecting to a different Wi-Fi network, or see if there are any updates available for your router. If the problem persists, it is likely due to server issues on Nintendo's end, and you will just have to wait until they resolve the issue.

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1. Restart your computer and try running the program again

First, try restarting your computer. If the problem persists, try running the program again.

2. If you are using a laptop, make sure it is plugged in

  1. If you are using a laptop, make sure it is plugged in to an outlet.
  2. If you are using a desktop, make sure the power cord is plugged in.
  3. If you are using a laptop, open the laptop lid and make sure the battery is plugged in.
  4. If you are using a desktop, open the desktop lid and make sure the power cord is plugged in.
  5. If you are using a laptop, press and hold the power button for about 30 seconds to force the laptop into a power-saving mode.
  6. If you are using a desktop, press and hold the power button for about 30 seconds to force the desktop into a power-saving mode.
  7. If you are using a laptop, press and hold the power button for about 5 seconds to force the laptop into a boot-up mode.
  8. If you are using a desktop, press and hold the power button for about 5 seconds to force the desktop into a boot-up mode.
  9. If you are using a laptop, use the arrow keys to highlight the C: drive and press Enter.
  10. If you are using a desktop, use the arrow keys to highlight the C: drive and press Enter.
  11. If you are using a laptop, open the Command prompt (cmd) and type diskpart.
  12. If you are using a desktop, open the Command prompt (cmd) and type diskpart.
  13. If you are using a laptop, type list disk.
  14. If you are using a desktop, type list disk.
  15. If you are using a laptop, type select disk 0.
  16. If you are using a desktop, type select disk 0.
  17. If you are using a laptop, type clean.
  18. If you are using a desktop, type clean.
  19. If you are using a laptop, type format c:
  20. If you are using a desktop, type format c:
  21. If you are using a laptop, type exit.
  22. If you are using a laptop, type exit.
  23. If you are using a laptop, reboot the computer.

3. Try running the program in compatibility mode

  1. Open the program in compatibility mode.
  2. Click on the "Compatibility Mode" tab.
  3. Check the "Run this program in compatibility mode" check box.
  4. Click on the "Apply" button.
  5. Click on the "OK" button.

4. Update your drivers

  1. Expand Display Adapters
  2. Right click on the adapter with the error code and select Update Driver
  3. Browse to the location of the driver files and select them
  4. Click on the Next button
  5. Select the appropriate driver for your computer
  6. Click on the Finish button
  7. Restart your computer

If you didn't find success with an option above, then try:

  1. Reinstall the program.