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    How to Pair the Super NES Controller to a Nintendo Switch console

    In this article, you'll learn how to pair the Super NES Controller to a console in the Nintendo Switch family.

    Important:

    In order to pair the Super NES Controller, the Nintendo Switch console must be powered on. It cannot be off or in sleep mode.

    Note: The Super NES Controller can also be paired to a Nintendo Switch console using a licensed accessory.

    Which console are you using?


    Complete these steps

    The Super NES Controller can be paired to the Nintendo Switch - OLED Model console in the following ways:

    Button pairing or wireless pairing

    1. From the HOME Menu, select "Controllers", then "Change Grip/Order".
    2. While the following screen is displayed, press and hold down the SYNC Button for at least one second on the Super NES Controller you wish to pair. hac_screenshot_controllers_changegriporder.jpg

    USB connection pairing

    1. Place the Nintendo Switch- OLED Model console in the dock.
    2. Connect the Super NES Controller to the dock with the USB charging cable (model No. HAC-010, sold separately).

    Complete these steps

    The Super NES Controller can be paired to the Nintendo Switch console in the following ways:

    Button pairing or wireless pairing

    1. From the HOME Menu, select "Controllers", then "Change Grip/Order".
    2. While the following screen is displayed, press and hold down the SYNC Button for at least one second on the Super NES Controller you wish to pair. hac_screenshot_controllers_changegriporder.jpg

    USB connection pairing

    1. Place the Nintendo Switch console in the dock.
    2. Connect the Super NES Controller to the dock with the USB charging cable (model No. HAC-010, sold separately).

    Complete these steps

    Button pairing or wireless pairing

    1. From the HOME Menu, select "Controllers", then "Change Grip/Order".
    2. While the following screen is displayed, press and hold down the SYNC Button for at least one second on the Super NES Controller you wish to pair. hac_screenshot_controllers_changegriporder.jpg