It depends on how big the system update is, as well as your internet speed. Most updates are small patches and minor adjustments that take only a few minutes to update.
Bigger updates can take around 5-15 minutes or longer to download so that is why it is recommended that you connect your Nintendo 3DS to an AC adapter so that it won't run out of batteries during the update.
New Nintendo 3DS System Update set to arrive June 7Nintendo of Europe has announced that the latest system update for the handheld Nintendo 3DS system will be available in Europe starting June 7.By downloading the free update via a broadband Internet connection, Nintendo 3DS users can enjoy a number of new features and enhancements including an Internet browser and access to the Nintendo eShop, where users can browse and purchase downloadable content.Check out how to connect Nintendo 3DS to the Internet and find out how to perform a System Update when it arrives on June 7.For more information about Nintendo 3DS, stay tuned to nintendo3ds.co.uk.
update your Nintendo 3Ds
When your 3DS is connected to the internet, launch system settings, then under 'other settings' find 'System update' on the 4th page.
In that case, it is an update it will perform as the 3DS boots up.
Yes, the feature was added in the last 3DS system update.
Yes, there is an electronic store built into the Nintendo 3DS. It will appear on your home menu, and is called the "Nintendo eShop". If it is not there, update your system, and it will be there.
The 3DS system update that will have E shop and Internet is due out on June 6th in USA, and if your European it will be out June 7th.
With the latest firmware, 5 - 10 minutes.
In November with a system update. Announced at the TGS on September 13th
Yes, the system comes with Nintendo 3DS Sound, an improved version of Nintendo DSi Sound, already installed.
You need to have bought a 3DS before the 12th of August 2011, or performed the latest system update & accessed the Nintendo eShop before then.
go to settings then other settings then go all the way to the end of the page and it will say system update.