Every time I try to connect to the internet it my DS keeps 'No compatible access point in range. Check your connection settings and try again. For help visit suppoert.nintendo.com Error code: 51099' I live in a three storied house and I've tried every floor. what is wrong and what do I do?

1.With an online-capable game inserted into your Nintendo DS, turn on your system and access the game's main menu.
2.Access the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection settings.
-These settings are typically found by selecting "Nintendo WFC" from the game's main menu. For detailed directions, consult the manual for the game.
3.At the Setup screen, tap "Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Settings."
4.Tap a connection file labeled "None."
-If no empty connection files are available, select "Erase Settings" followed by "OK" to create an empty connection file.
5.Tap on "Search for an Access Point."
6.The Nintendo DS will search for any wireless networks within range. Once it is finished searching, it will display the names of all the wireless networks it finds.
oIf you receive the error message "No Compatible Access Points Within Range," click here.
7.Tap on the name of your wireless router or access point.
oIf there is a gray padlock next to the name of the wireless access point you wish to connect with, this indicates your router is using a security type incompatible with the Nintendo DS.
If prompted, use the keyboard on the bottom screen to enter the password for your wireless router or access point.
8.Select "OK," "Save Settings," and then "Yes." The Nintendo DS will run a connection test.
9.The connection test was successful - Your Nintendo DS is now connected online.
Situation Not Resolved:
If the connection test was not successful, you will receive an error code:
·Error Code 51300: This means the security code or network name entered into the Nintendo DS is not the same one the router is set to. To reach your connection settings, click "back" on the error code screen. Make sure to pay extra attention to the security key you find in your router's settings and enter it exactly as it appears (the key is case sensitive).

Move closer to your access point and verify that there are not any firewalls on your network. If this doesn't work, try starting the connection process again from scratch. If doing these things don't help, contact customer support.

To configure your internet options, go to the DS menu (the first screen you seen after turning of the DS). Select the System Settins option (the wrench icon), then scroll across 'till you find the Internet
choice. Select that and then Connection Settins. Choose Advanced Set Up then pick a connection.
If all connections display Set Up Complete , pick one and select the Connection Test. If there is an previously used Wifi hub or router within range, one of these connections should connect. If not, it will give you an error code that will help identify the problem.

If all the connections say None, then choose one and select Search For An Access Point. If all the connections are taken but none work, select one then choose Clear Settings. Then choose the connection that now says None and search for an access point.The DS will show a list of available access points; one should be your's. Select in and enter the security key and that should sort it. If your router or wifi hub isn't on the list, move closer to it or check it's working properly

According to Nintendo's tech support website, error code 51300 means that the access point you are trying to connect to is not compatible with the Nintendo Wi-Fi connection. Try to find another access point and see if it will work then.

If that error code is for a Nintendo 3DS then :

Likely cause: It appears that the settings entered into the Nintendo 3DS are not compatible, or the router's broadcast settings should be changed.

How to fix: Try creating a new connection with your system. As this error code indicates a problem while connecting with a Nintendo DS game, it's important to make sure you've created a separate connection

Unable to use your wireless signal
Likely cause: It appears that the settings entered into the Nintendo DS are not compatible, or the router's broadcast settings should be changed.
How to fix: Try creating a new connection with your system. Nintendo DSi owners trying to play multiplayer games will want to be sure to read the "Trying to play online multiplayer with Nintendo DSi."

1. Create a new connection: This error can occur if a setting (like your network's name) has changed since you last connected. If it's been awhile since you connected, or if this is your first time connecting, creating a new connection file will often resolve this error code. Click the button below for your system and we'll walk you through the connection step-by-step.

Trying to play online multiplayer with Nintendo DSi
Even if you are able to connect online and use other online features of the Nintendo DSi, if you are attempting to play multiplayer games but are receiving error code 51099 when you try and connect, then your router is likely using a security type - WPA - that is not compatible with Nintendo DS Game Cards.
Try this:
If you are sure you are using WPA, click here for more information including alternative connection methods. If you're not sure if you're using WPA, you can find out by going into the connection settings on your Nintendo DSi and doing a search for an access point. Follow these steps:

1. Turn on your Nintendo DSi and access the System Settings by clicking on the wrench icon

2- Scroll over to the third page, and select "Internet."

3-Now choose "Connection Settings."

4-Click on "None" for "Connection 1."
5-Click on "Search for an Access Point."

6-The Nintendo DSi will search for any wireless networks within range. Once it is finished searching, it will display the names of all the wireless networks it finds. Look for your wireless network.

7-What to do next will depend on the "lock" icon you see next to your network on the Nintendo DSi.


No security - This connection type is compatible with Nintendo DS Game Card online multiplayer.

WEP - This connection type is compatible with Nintendo DS Game Card online multiplayer.

WPA - This connection type is not compatible with Nintendo DS Game Card online multiplayer. Security will need to be changed to WEP or turned off in order to play online. Click here for more info.

Other suggestions :

Make sure your router is set to broadcast in "b" or "mixed" mode. If your wireless router is transmitting in "N" only mode, you will need to switch it to "b/g" or "mixed" mode. For help accessing your router's settings, click here and select your router brand and model (if available). Most routers will have this setting in the "broadcast settings" menu.

• Check for wireless interference, which can affect the signal strength to the Nintendo DS. To help minimize wireless interference, try the following:
  • Make sure other wireless devices such as cordless phones or wireless speakers are turned off, and that the Nintendo DS is an open area without objects or electronics blocking the signal.
  • Change your router's channel setting to 1 or 11. By default, most routers broadcast on channel 6, which overlaps with other channels and may be weaker. For help doing this, click here and select your router brand and model (if available). The information you need is found in the "Broadcast Channel:" area.

Still stuck? We can help! We have found that simply erasing the old connection file and creating a new connection to your router may help. Click the button below for a step-by-step guide. If at the end you still need help, you'll find contact information to reach our specially-trained representatives. Click the button below for your system and we'll walk you through the connection step-by-step.

To use the nintendo points, tap the dsi shop icon. It will take you to where you can buy games. Different games cost different amounts of points, some are free, some cost 500+ points. Select the option the buy the game(s) you want, it will prompt you for the Nintendo points card number at checkout, and will deduct those points, and download the game. You have to enter the card number each time you buy a downloadable game, it does not store the points value (at least it didn't as of December 2010).
You can go into settings, and set the dsi to connect if access point in range, and it will just connect when you choose internet. If you mean the access point says it's in range, but won't connect to the internet, you probably need to check to make sure you entered the SSID (name) correctly, the password correctly, and which type of encryption correctly (WEP, WPA PSK, etc). If you save the correct settings, and are in range, it will connect.

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Please check whether the below point will be helpful.

• The DHCP settings of the access point and DS dont appear to be compatible.
• Please check the DHCP settings of your router and try again.
• If you have multiple connection files saved to your DS the error message you received can help determine which connection file may be experiencing a problem you error code says problem with connection file 2 .Please check

It appears that the settings entered into the Nintendo DS are not compatible, or the router's broadcast settings should be changed.
How to fix: Try creating a new connection with your system.

Create a new connection: This error can occur if a setting (like your network's name) has changed since you last connected. If it's been awhile since you connected, or if this is your first time connecting, creating a new connection file will often resolve this error code. Click the button below for your system and we'll walk you through the connection step-by-step.



Trying to play online multiplayer with Nintendo DSi
Even if you are able to connect online and use other online features of the Nintendo DSi, if you are attempting to play multiplayer games but are receiving error code 51099 when you try and connect, then your router is likely using a security type - WPA - that is not compatible with Nintendo DS Game Cards.
Try this:
If you are sure you are using WPA, click here for more information including alternative connection methods. If you're not sure if you're using WPA, you can find out by going into the connection settings on your Nintendo DSi and doing a search for an access point. Follow these steps:
Turn on your Nintendo DSi and access the System Settings by clicking on the wrench icon.

Scroll over to the third page, and select "Internet."

Now choose "Connection Settings."

Click on "None" for "Connection 1."

Click on "Search for an Access Point."

The Nintendo DSi will search for any wireless networks within range. Once it is finished searching, it will display the names of all the wireless networks it finds.
Look for your wireless network.
What to do next will depend on the "lock" icon you see next to your network on the Nintendo DSi.

No security - This connection type is compatible with Nintendo DS Game Card online multiplayer.

WEP - This connection type is compatible with Nintendo DS Game Card online multiplayer.

WPA - This connection type is not compatible with Nintendo DS Game Card online multiplayer. Security will need to be changed to WEP or turned off in order to play online. Click here for more info.

Other suggestions:
Make sure your router is set to broadcast in "b" or "mixed" mode. If your wireless router is transmitting in "N" only mode, you will need to switch it to "b/g" or "mixed" mode. For help accessing your router's settings, click here and select your router brand and model (if available). Most routers will have this setting in the "broadcast settings" menu.
Check for wireless interference, which can affect the signal strength to the Nintendo DS. To help minimize wireless interference, try the following:
Make sure other wireless devices such as cordless phones or wireless speakers are turned off, and that the Nintendo DS is an open area without objects or electronics blocking the signal.
Change your router's channel setting to 1 or 11. By default, most routers broadcast on channel 6, which overlaps with other channels and may be weaker. For help doing this, click here and select your router brand and model (if available). The information you need is found in the "Broadcast Channel:" area.

It might me possible that your Wireless module is defective.
It's the only part on the systemboard that can be removed (with the black cable connected to it).