My 3DS XL has a number of issues when it comes to downloading content from both the eShop and the general system updates:
1. There are no problems doing non-downloads. I can play online on Super Smash Bros for 3DS no problem, and even connect to the eShop with no problems.
2. Whenever I download content from the eShop, my 3DS is unable to complete (it freezes in) the "Download Now" option. The little balls that fall into place stop appearing and I am forced to download the content using "Download Later" (which works for some reason). I want to be able to download now.
3. If there is no "Download Later" or equivalent option for performing downloads, I cannot get the content. For example, I can't update my DLC for Fire Emblem Awakening or the update for the StreetPass Mii Plaza.
4. System updates just barely work, and that requires me to restart the process around ten times.
5. I have a middle of the line router. That is not the problem. And I have turned my firewall completely off. The problems also exist at friends' houses and at Nintendo Zones. The issues have not been resolved.
I know that it cannot be the hardware of my system, because I have done a system transfer and this was a problem for both systems.
Please help me. I have the newest system software.