No Wifi or Bluetooth: Error Code 2110-1118

[Denyou]

So my V1 hacked switch has been working fine but suddenly all wireless functionality has stopped working. The wifi symbol shows a solid empty symbol, like if wifi has been turned off, not the 3 grey bars as if not connected to a network. Additionally, I cannot connect controllers wirelessly (no joycons or pro controller). I have checked that the system is not in airplane mode, have turned off the system completely, cleared cache, but the problem persists when I boot into SysNAND or EmuNAND.

Every time I try to launch a game or go into WiFi settings I get "Error Code: 2110-1118 (sometimes 1115) Wireless communication is not currently available due to an error." Then it asks me to turn off the system in power options, which I've done countless times now.

I do remember a few days ago I found my switch (which had been in sleep mode using EmuNAND) had it's screen on while in docked mode with a weird error message. It asked me to press the power button to reboot the console, or something to that effect (wish I had taken a picture). After rebooting I was still able to use WiFi and wireless controllers for a few days after that, but then the issue described above began.

At this point I'm letting the battery drain to see if that helps anything, but beyond that I'm looking for any other ideas.

1. Doing some research, some have said it may just mean my wireless card has died. Would that affect both WiFi and Bluetooth? Any good guides for replacing this card? I haven't really been able to find anything useful on this front. Obviously I can't send the hacked switch into Nintendo for repair - even for a cost.

2. I haven't tried reinitializing my console. If it wasn't hacked I would've already done this but I'm not sure how it works on a hacked switch. Can I just remove my SD card and initialize using SysNAND? If I replug in the SD card can I use my jig, launch a payload, and still have all my games from the SD card on EmuNAND?

I appreciate any ideas/advice. Thanks.

 

[thesjaakspoiler]

It might be the Wifi module.
Just as anything else electronic, it can break.
It's on a seperate board afaik.
In some cases it's just a bad connection due to corrosion.
They sell these board for just a few dollars on Aliexpress.

 

[Yafte]

I had the same problem a long time ago. I fixed it by reconnecting the wireless cable that goes in the wifi module (it seems that it was disconnected due to some blow).

 

[Denyou]

I had the same problem a long time ago. I fixed it by reconnecting the wireless cable that goes in the wifi module (it seems that it was disconnected due to some blow).

Interesting. I'm not sure I've noticed a wire to the wifi module. If you're able to show an image of what you mean I'm open to giving it a try.

 

[marhalloweenvt]

Interesting. I'm not sure I've noticed a wire to the wifi module. If you're able to show an image of what you mean I'm open to giving it a try.

You can search "Replace Wifi antenna Nintendo Switch" with your trustworthy search engine, there will be plenty of results that show you how to do it.
After you adjust antenna cable, the problem still persists, I think u should replace wifi chip on your motherboard. Depends on u device, u can buy them (BCM4356XKUBG or CYW4356XKUBG) from AliExpress quite cheap (mine is around 3$ for each piece). But it will take more knowledge and tools to replace those chip. I have done some in the past and as reported, they are still doing fine.

 

[Duo8]

Those connectors are pretty fragile, I've had to lift the one in the right joycon several times to fix the stick, now the right joycon has noticeably poor reception.
If it seems lifted/displaced, due to shock or something, reseat it. Otherwise it's better to leave it alone.

 

[randy_w]

It's not wifi antenna's problem. Even if wifi antennas are not connected, you won't get the pop up error message.

It's usually the wifi chip is dying. I just worked on an OLED switch with this error code several weeks ago, had to reflow the wireless chip to fix the problem. Reflow it first, if that doesn't solve the issue you probably need to replace it. You need to get one used, removed from working motherboard (brand new chips won't work as they need to be programmed). Btw probably not related to you, if you tried to lift the soc shied before, try to check if you damaged those 2 smd capacitors to the left of the soc. If they are damaged you will get this error message.

 

[Maver1ck1987]

if you damaged those 2 smd capacitors to the left of the soc. If they are damaged you will get this error message.

Is that it? Because i accidentally damaged it and dunno what is it. You know it's parameters?

 

[randy_w]

Is that it? Because i accidentally damaged it and dunno what is it. You know it's parameters?

SMD 0.1uF 10V 0201
Is the white thing on top a capacitor? Doesn't look like one

 

[Maver1ck1987]

SMD 0.1uF 10V 0201
Is the white thing on top a capacitor? Doesn't look like one

I immediately replaced broken with similar (white top), and now i can change it to proper one

 

[ehsan-fj]

I had the same issue with my switch lite.! error 2110-1115 when sd card was inserted and 2110-1118 when the sd card not in the switch. I managed to fix the issue by connecting the switch to a Bluetooth headphone and restarting the switch! after the switch booted up I was able to connect to wifi!

 

[Denyou]

It's not wifi antenna's problem. Even if wifi antennas are not connected, you won't get the pop up error message.

It's usually the wifi chip is dying. I just worked on an OLED switch with this error code several weeks ago, had to reflow the wireless chip to fix the problem. Reflow it first, if that doesn't solve the issue you probably need to replace it. You need to get one used, removed from working motherboard (brand new chips won't work as they need to be programmed). Btw probably not related to you, if you tried to lift the soc shied before, try to check if you damaged those 2 smd capacitors to the left of the soc. If they are damaged you will get this error message.

I thought reflowing might be the path I have to go.

Any suggestions on temp, distance, etc. Never done a reflow before so I’ll take any tips.

Thanks.

 

[mrdude]

Before you start replacing hardware and messing about with stuff. You do know that you should try in OFW first to see if the fault persists.

 

[randy_w]

I thought reflowing might be the path I have to go.

Any suggestions on temp, distance, etc. Never done a reflow before so I’ll take any tips.

Thanks.

I usually use 380 degrees C when working with leaded solder, medium wind speed, don't get too close to the chip and as always apply a generous amount of flux. Watch some videos on youtube before working on your switch.

Also be extra careful as there are many tiny components near the wifi chip. Don't set wind speed too high or you'll blow them away.

 

[Denyou]

Before you start replacing hardware and messing about with stuff. You do know that you should try in OFW first to see if the fault persists.

Thanks for the suggestion. I did and the problem is the same.

I usually use 380 degrees C when working with leaded solder, medium wind speed, don't get too close to the chip and as always apply a generous amount of flux. Watch some videos on youtube before working on your switch.

Also be extra careful as there are many tiny components near the wifi chip. Don't set wind speed too high or you'll blow them away.

This generally what you are suggesting? Though it doesn’t look like they used any flux.



Thanks.

 

[whisky9]

Can you see System MAC Address under Setting > Internet?

 

[k28]

Can you see System MAC Address under Setting > Internet?

i have the same problem and i already replaced the wifi ic twice. i can see the macadress.

 

[Denyou]

Can you see System MAC Address under Setting > Internet?

Yes I can see the MAC address in system settings.