The nintendo ds states that there is no ds card inserted, when there is one inserted and it doesn't play.

Hi Toria,

This problem is likely because the latest Nintendo based firmware doesn't actually support old R4 and fake R4i cards, only very specific R4i cards support it (namely the official R4i 3DS). You can probably swap your R4i card for a newer card like the Acekard 2i, Supercard DSTWO, Cyclo DS iEvolution, or frankly any of a number of cards that will work on the new DSi XL and 3DS consoles. I would personally recommend the Supercard DSTWO, though, I use it myself. It also has GBA emulation built-in which is kind of awesome if you want to play older games. The Acekard 2i is cheaper, but doesn't have the GBA functionality.

I'm not sure where you're based but if you're in the US, use "dsmagazine" as a voucher (I found this on an online DS news site) for DSCardWorld.com, they're authorised retailers of the Acekard and Supercard - I think also a few others. NDS-gear.com is probably better if you live in the Europe or in the UK though since they have cheaper shipping there. They still stock authentic cards so you should be all right either way.

Good luck, and please kindly upvote my answer if you've found it useful! :-)

tru to use some pressure when inserting but not to much. if that doesn't work, call nintendo for further help

try blowing into the ds slot and on the game then put it in

This is simple just lick the electronic part of the DS card and wipe it off, you should be able to play it then.

2 weeks ago i bought a r4 adaptor with sd card 2 gb and 30 games on it.it was worked propely since today when ds displayed there is no ds card inserted.please halp me my kids kill me

you can buy an r4 somewhere so the games will work propaly

Defecttive Slot 1
Look inside with a litte light. You will almost certainly see bend pins. You son has almost certain play with someting sharp inside the connector.
Slot1 must be replaced

Insert the game BEFORE you turn the DS on.

Obviously make sure that you are using the card properly but if you have had it for a while that's probably not even a question.

It sounds like the issue may be software related.Your DS probably needs to be repaired. If your DS is less than a year old, Nintendo will cover the cost of the repair. If the DS is older than one year, then you will probably have to pay $75 plus shipping and handling. Nintendo's number is 1800 255 3700.

hi thats happend in my daughters ds games not recognized.then after that started the sound played up. its in the shop at nintendo in melborne. its $40.00 to look at it and the parts cost extra.send it to nentendo in your state. if its under warranty its free.send your docket in with ds. in the book is a phone number.sharon