Oculus Quest 2 Orange Light? – (Don’t Panic, Easy Fix!)

Oculus Quest 2 orange light appears, and your headset is not turning on? Well, keep reading!

The typical meaning of the orange light on Oculus Quest 2 is deficient charge but not entirely dead battery.

However, if your Oculus VR headset is also not turning on and the orange light is persistent, there may be different problems in your setup, and this guide will cover everything!

To resolve the orange light on Oculus Quest 2, power cycle the device and verify that the electrical socket provides a sufficient charge. Inspect the power equipment of your Oculus VR headset and prevent potential hardware overheating.

Let’s continue to unwrap essentials!

Orange Light on Oculus Quest 2 Explained!

The orange light on Oculus Quest 2 typically means that the device is currently charging and has above 10% battery charge.

• In contrast, the red light indicates that the device’s battery is low (under 10%), and the green light shows that the battery is full.

However, many user reports have proven that the orange light on Oculus Quest 2 also appears due to bugs with the system, commonly preventing the device from turning on. 

The issue that most users experience with the orange light is its presence, even whenever the Oculus headset is not connected to the power.

So, coming out, if you’re seeing a persistent orange light, the problem is most likely related to the battery or power income of your headset.

Blinking Orange Vs. Solid Orange?

The solid Oculus Quest 2 orange light is an indication that the device is currently charging and that no issues with your equipment are present.

The origin of the blinking orange light is unclear and unmentioned by Meta, but users concluded that it either indicates low battery or A/C faults.

Keep reading to learn how to troubleshoot the Quest’s orange light!

How to Fix Oculus Quest 2 Orange Light?

Tip: Follow the steps consecutively!

1. Shutdown and Restart Your Quest!

The first step is the easiest one. You only need to “Shut down” (not restart) your Oculus Quest, which will deliver a power circulation.

This way, the battery charge will be refreshed, and the orange light on your headset should disappear or turn solid orange if connected to the charger.

• To shut down your Oculus Quest, hold the power button for 20+ seconds!

Eventually, the Oculus Quest will power OFF and not only restart.

Then, you must wait about 60 seconds for a complete discharge and hold the power button again to turn on your VR headset.

Alternatively, you can hold the power button for a short time and when the power menu appears, release the button.

This will allow you to select the “Shutdown” option from the menu, which will also entirely power off your device.

Note: Verify that your Oculus Quest battery is not very low!

2. Stop the Oculus Quest Auto Wake

According to some users, disabling the “Auto Wake” option on the Oculus Quest 2 managed to help them resolve the orange light problem.

The auto-wake feature is supposed to turn on your Quest when it senses something within the headset, but apparently, it only impacts the startup.

It’s unclear why this approach resolves the orange light bug, but many users suggested it’s related to the Quest’s battery and how it’s managed.

Follow these steps to disable the auto wake and resolve the orange light:

1. Hold the power button continuously to turn on the Quest.
2. Then, from the manager, go to the “Settings” > “Device.”
3. Next, locate and disable the “Auto-Wake” Quest feature.

If you cannot power on your Oculus Quest 2, you may need to disable the feature from the app and then check whether the orange light is still there.

From the Meta Quest app, you need to go to the “Power” tab, and from there, you can locate and disable the “Auto Wake” unit’s feature.

Note: Check whether your Oculus Quest 2 battery isn’t too low!

3. Charge Only in Proven A/C Socket!

The orange light on your Oculus Quest 2 might appear whenever the power source of the unit is insufficient, either due to the equipment or due to the socket. 

The next step is to verify that your Oculus device receives an electrical charge from the wall, which will change the orange light to green.

So, plug your Oculus Quest directly into a proven-to-work wall outlet and secure the USB-C tip of the cable onto the right-hand side of the headset.

• When the Oculus Quest is charging, it will be expected for the orange light to be present, but after 45 minutes, the light should turn green.

If this doesn’t happen and the orange light is persistent, verify that there is no damage to your power supply equipment, e.g. (power adapter, power cable, power port).

If you see anything within the charging port of your Oculus, remove the obstruction and reconnect to the A/C supply.

Tip: If you have a replacement USB-C cable and a compatible adapter, implement them into your setup to check whether this will solve the orange light.

4. Uninstall Any Power Outlet Addons!

If your Oculus Quest 2 shows an orange light, perhaps no bug is apparent, and your device’s battery is simply low…

When you plug your headset into the power, and the device is not receiving charge, then the orange light will continue to persist.

Hence, you must use a direct connection with the socket and avoid using third-party power extenders, dividers, or smart plugs.

If the orange light won’t go away even with a proven power supply, keep reading!

5. Prevent Oculus Quest Overheating!

When the orange light is there, regardless of whether your Oculus Quest is connected to power, you’re probably facing overheating.

When your VR headset is overheating, the device will turn off to preserve the HW components from damage, and the Oculus Quest 2 blinking orange light.

There are many ways to prevent overheating on Oculus Quest 2:

• Use only 1 application at a time!
• Clean the Oculus vent openings.
• Charge your Oculus Quest to full.
• Avoid using any sideloaded apps.
• Implement conventional cooling.

It’s very important to verify that your Oculus Quest is not overheating, which is a potential cause for the persistent orange light.

If your headset feels cold to the touch, then you’re not dealing with overheating, and you must proceed further into the guide.

6. Factory Reset Your Oculus Headset

The final and most potent solution is to perform a factory reset on your Oculus Quest 2, which will erase all saved data, games, and settings on your headset.

However, this method will help identify the problem once the operating system is reinstalled and set up.

How to factory reset your Oculus Quest 2 headset in easy steps:

1. First, verify that your headset is powered OFF.
2. Then, hold the Power + Volume Down buttons.
3. Wait until the boot menu appears on the device.
4. Select the “Factory Reset” option and confirm.
5. Your Oculus Quest 2 will shortly start resetting.

When the factory reset is over, you will be prompted to set up your headset initially, and by the time you’re doing so, the orange light should be gone.

If, however, the orange light is still there, plug your Oculus Quest into the power for 35-45 minutes until its battery is sufficiently charged.

Warning: The data loss after a factory reset is irreversible!

Need More Help?

If you need more help, contact Meta Customer Support directly or check the warranty and contact the local supplier.

More Oculus Quest 2 Errors:

Q: Why is the tracking on my Quest 2 jumping?
A: Ensure proper lighting, clear any obstructions, and check if your tracking settings are correctly configured.

Q: What causes stuttering on my Oculus Quest 2?
A: Stuttering may be due to a performance issue. Lower the graphics settings, close background apps, or check your connection.