Won't recognize cartridge

I used the pencil eraser first on each of my daughter's cartridges. Then I used a qtip to rub them with rubbing alcohol. Finally I used a blow dryer to blow out where the cartridges are installed and now her games are working just fine.

did you take the shipping tape off of the cartridge? It's usually the one covering the contacts located on the underside of the Cartridge that is inserted into the receiver of the cartridge. Other wise, you may have a bad cartridge, if so, bring it back to where you purchased it and get another one. Chris [email protected]

Try cleaning with rubbing alcohol with q tip ,,down in socket were you insert game,,let dry,,,also do the same with game cartrideges,,should do it,,good luck

Hi Julie, my granddaughter's mobigo is doing the same thing...have you figured out the problem? I don't know what to do either.Mary

1. Action Replay Not Staying Inserted:
   • The issue with the Action Replay not staying inserted into the DSi may be due to a loose or damaged cartridge slot on the DSi or an issue with the Action Replay cartridge itself.
   • Check the Action Replay cartridge for any visible damage, including bent pins or connectors. If you find any, it may need to be repaired or replaced.
   • Try inserting other game cartridges into your DSi to see if they fit securely. If other cartridges also don't stay in place, it could indicate a problem with the DSi's cartridge slot.
2. DSi Not Recognizing Game Cartridge:
   • If your DSi doesn't recognize that there's a game in the slot, this could be related to the Action Replay cartridge, or it could be a more general issue with the DSi.
   • Test this issue with regular game cartridges that are known to work. If the DSi still doesn't recognize them, there may be a problem with the cartridge slot.
   • If other game cartridges work fine, the issue may be specific to the Action Replay. In this case, you should contact the manufacturer or distributor for support or a replacement.

In either case, if the problem persists, you may want to consider having your DSi and Action Replay inspected or repaired by a professional technician, or contact Nintendo's customer support for further assistance. Make sure to follow their guidance and ensure that your DSi and accessories are in good working condition.

jvnabc try blowing into the ds and your game

Hi,
Have you checked The Card Is formatted ?
If it has,nt been, The console Won,t Recognise It.
Put into PC, And Right Click, And format To FAT16 Or FAT32.

Thankyou For Using Fixya.

Mike @ compurepair.

you are suppose to put the cartridge in first and then turn on the game.

yes, try and take it out

Hi. the same thing sometimes happens to me. but i find if i remove the cartridge and blow into it and the slot on the DS then insert the cartridge firmly back into the slot it will work. it seems that even the smallest speck of dust will affect it.