Unlocking the Meta Quest 2: A Step-by-Step Power Activation Guide

This article explains how to turn on the Meta Quest 2.

How to Turn Meta (Oculus) Quest 2 On

To turn on the Quest 2, you need to push and hold the power button for two seconds, then release it. When you release the button, the LED next to the button will light up, which indicates that the headset is now on. You will also hear a chime, which indicates the headset is booting up.

If you’re having trouble finding the power button, start by holding the Quest 2 so you can see the lenses as if you were about to put the headset on. Then rotate it so the lenses are pointing to your left. You will then be looking at the power button, which is a small, lozenge-shaped button located directly under the right strap connector and next to an LED that indicates when the device is turned on.

What to Do if the Quest 2 Won’t Turn On

If your Quest 2 doesn’t turn on when you push the power button, start by trying again. Make sure that you push and hold the button for about two seconds, then release it. The headset won’t turn on immediately with the press of the button, and it won’t turn on while you’re still holding the button.

Once you’ve verified the power button doesn’t work, plug your Quest into a USB-C power source and allow it to charge. It takes about two and a half hours for a Quest 2 to charge. After the headset has had some time to charge, try pushing the power button again.

How to Turn On a Quest 2 Through the Boot Menu

If the power button doesn’t seem to work, and you’re sure the Quest 2 is fully charged, you can attempt to access the boot screen. This screen allows you to boot up the headset as normal, and it’s also where you access the factory reset option.

To access the Quest 2 boot menu, push and hold the power button and volume down button until the boot screen loads. You can then attempt to turn on your Quest 2 by selecting the boot device option.

If it still won’t turn on after selecting the boot device option from the boot menu, then you will need to factory reset the Quest 2. This can be accomplished by opening the boot menu and selecting factory reset. Your headset will reset, and you’ll have to set it up again when it’s done.

If that still doesn’t work, or you’re unable to access the boot screen at all, you may have a defective Quest 2, in which case you’ll need to contact Meta for additional assistance.