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Introduction
Are you unable to find the Unknown Sources on your Oculus Quest 2 headset? Do you want to know the steps to troubleshoot this issue?
Unknown Sources may not appear on your Oculus Quest 2 Headset due to various reasons. Fortunately, there are few easy steps to remove this issue and view the Unknown sources.
In this guide, we will discuss the process of troubleshooting Oculus Quest 2 Unknown Sources Not Showing, including some frequently asked questions related to it. So, let's get started!
Troubleshooting Process
This section will provide an in-depth and step-by-step guide on how to troubleshoot Oculus Quest 2 Unknown Sources Not Showing.
Step 1: Check Oculus App Settings
The first step to troubleshoot this issue is to make sure that the Unknown Sources are enabled in the Oculus app. To do that, please follow the steps below.
- Open the Oculus app on your mobile device or computer.
- Go to Settings > Devices.
- Select your Oculus Quest 2 headset.
- Select Unknown Sources.
- Toggle the setting to enable Unknown Sources.
If the Unknown Sources are already enabled, please proceed to the next step.
Step 2: Reset Your Oculus Quest 2 Headset
If the Unknown Sources are still not showing, you can try resetting your Oculus Quest 2 headset. To reset your headset, please follow the steps below.
- Power off your Oculus Quest 2 headset.
- Disconnect the charging cable and all other cords attached to the headset.
- Remove the battery compartment cover.
- Remove the batteries from the headset.
- Reinsert the batteries into the headset and replace the battery compartment cover.
- Connect the charging cable and all other cords to the headset.
- Power on your Oculus Quest 2 headset.
Once the headset is reset, please check if the Unknown Sources are showing.
Step 3: Restart Your Oculus Quest 2 Headset
If the issue with Unknown Sources is still not resolved, you can try restarting your Oculus Quest 2 headset. To restart the headset, please follow the steps below.
- Power off your Oculus Quest 2 headset.
- Disconnect the charging cable and all other cords attached to the headset.
- Reconnect the charging cable and all other cords to the headset.
- Power on your Oculus Quest 2 headset.
Once the headset is restarted, please check if the Unknown Sources are showing.
Step 4: Uninstall and Reinstall Your Oculus Quest 2 App
If the issue is still not resolved, you can try uninstalling and reinstalling your Oculus Quest 2 App. To do so, please follow the instructions below.
- Open the Oculus app on your mobile device or computer.
- Go to Settings > Apps.
- Select your Oculus Quest 2 app.
- Select Uninstall.
- Download and install the latest version of the Oculus app on your device.
- Open the Oculus app on your mobile device or computer.
- Go to Settings > Apps.
- Select your Oculus Quest 2 app.
- Select Install.
Once the app is reinstalled, please check if the Unknown Sources are showing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1 - What causes the issue with Oculus Quest 2 Unknown Sources Not Showing?
The issue with Oculus Quest 2 Unknown Sources not showing can be caused by various reasons, such as incompatibilities with the headset, corrupted files and defective hardware.
Q2 - Can I use another headset to troubleshoot Oculus Quest 2?
It is not recommended to use another headset to troubleshoot Oculus Quest 2. This is because the features and settings may vary between headsets.
Q3 - How long does it take to reset the Oculus Quest 2 Headset?
It takes only a few minutes to reset the Oculus Quest 2 headset.
Q4 - What can I do if the Oculus Quest 2 App crashes after a restart?
If the Oculus Quest 2 App crashes after a restart, please try uninstalling and reinstalling the Oculus app as mentioned in the Step 4.
Q5 - What can I do if I am still not able to see the Unknown Sources?
If you are still not able to see the Unknown Sources, please contact the Oculus Support or your device manufacturer for further assistance.
Conclusion
We hope this guide has helped you troubleshoot the Oculus Quest 2 Unknown Sources Not Showing issue. If you are still facing any difficulty, please contact the Oculus Support or your device manufacturer for further assistance.