A smaller subset of users encounter this error when trying to extract large files (often game backups or software repositories) using tools like WinRAR or 7-Zip.
Would you like step-by-step help for a specific device (Switch, router, or something else)? pkg2 read failed
A hardware failure preventing the console from reading data. A smaller subset of users encounter this error
⚠️ If you are using a hacked Nintendo Switch, this error is irrelevant — check if some embedded system or router is displaying it instead. pkg2 read failed
If you are using an emuMMC (Emulated NAND), the error might stem from the console looking at the wrong partition.
Delete the /atmosphere/ and /bin/ folders from your SD card (don't worry, your games are in /Nintendo/ or /emuMMC/ ).