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Can I use external HDD on Wii U?

To ensure maximum performance between your Wii U and an external storage device, we recommend using a hard-disc drive (HDD) with a dedicated power source (i.e., using an A/C adapter). Due to the wide range of external storage devices, usability and performance will vary.
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Can I use a 2TB hard drive on a Wii U?

If the Wii U has the most recent system update installed, it will be able to recognize a storage device of any size, but 2TB will be the maximum amount of storage capacity that can be used. Any extra capacity in the storage device beyond the 2TB will not be accessible via the Wii U.
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What is the maximum external hard drive for Wii U?

The maximum amount of storage supported by Wii U is 2 TB (terabytes). Wii U will be able to recognise a storage device that is over 2 TB, but 2 TB will still be the maximum amount of storage capacity. Any extra capacity in the storage device beyond the 2 TB will not be accessible via Wii U.
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How do I format an external hard drive for Wii U?

How to Format an External Storage Device
  1. Ensure the USB storage device is connected to the Wii U console.
  2. From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings.
  3. Using the Left Stick, scroll to the Data Management icon and press the A Button.
  4. Select Format USB Storage Device and follow the on screen instructions.
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Can I use external SSD on Wii U?

You might get away with a single port on an external SSD as they use a lot less power than mechanical hard drives. For those though, you're almost certainly going to require either a Y cable or a mains adapter.
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How to Add More Storage to Your Wii U

What is the maximum size SD card for Wii U?

SD memory cards with a capacity of up to 2 GB and SDHC memory cards with a capacity of up to 32 GB are compatible. SDXC and fast-transfer UHS-type memory cards are not compatible.
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How do I add more storage to my Wii U?

What's the Best Option for Expanding Wii U Storage?
  1. The best solution is using an external hard drive under 2TB that plugs into the wall for AC power.
  2. Using flash drives or SD cards is not recommended because they may wear out quickly.
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How do I put games on my Wii external hard drive?

Instructions
  1. Go to the Drive 1 tab, then select Drive .
  2. Select the drive that you're using for the Wii games.
  3. Go to the Files tab, then select Add .
  4. Select Files to add multiple games to the program, or select Folder to add a whole folder of games.
  5. Select Transfer , then select Drive 1 to transfer the games over.
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What disk format does the Wii U use?

The physical size of a GameCube Game Disc is that of a miniDVD; the Wii is based on DVD format, and Wii U Optical Discs are based on Blu-ray format.
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What format are Wii U files?

WUX File - Compressed Wii U Disk Image File Format.
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Can you use a 4tb hard drive on Wii U?

Maximum storage capacity for one device is 2TB.

Any extra capacity in the storage device beyond the 2TB will not be accessible via the Wii U."
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Can I use a 256gb SD card on Wii?

If you have updated your Wii console to Wii Menu 4.0 or higher, then your Wii console is compatible with SD Cards that are 2 GB (Gigabyte) or less, and is also compatible with SDHC Cards (so-called High Capacity SD Cards) up to 32 GB.
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Is Seagate compatible with Wii U?

As I previously mentioned, this Seagate drive almost works reliably with the Wii U.
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How much space can a Wii U have?

The Wii U Basic Pack includes 8GB total system storage, while the Wii U Premium Pack includes 32GB total system storage.
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Can Wii U use SD card as storage?

For Wii U, SD cards can be used for saving a picture of your Mii, QR Code patterns for your Mii, and screenshots in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U. They cannot be used as a storage device for Wii U software downloads or save data for games. SD cards can, however, be used in Wii mode to save data for Wii games.
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Can Wii U play Blu Ray?

The Wii U system supports both Wii U and Wii Game Discs. GameCube discs, Blu-ray discs, DVD discs, CDs, etc. are not supported.
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Does Nintendo still make the Wii U?

Nintendo will close the Wii U and 3DS eShops on March 27th, 2023.
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Is Wii U USB FAT32 or NTFS?

Wii U does not use Fat 32 ot NTFS or ExFat, these are used by PC's, Laptops etc. Wii U uses WBFS.
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Can I store Wii U games on USB?

Yes. Games and other content downloaded from Nintendo eShop on Wii U can be saved directly to a USB storage device. In fact, when a USB device is connected, the system will automatically download to the USB device. You can organise data to transfer content between the Wii U system memory and external USB storage media.
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Can you store Wii U games on flash drive?

Wii U supports USB hard disk drives with a dedicated power source, called self-powered USB. Flash memory devices have a limited number of rewrites and are not suited to long-term storage of important game data, so we do not recommend the use of flash memory devices as an external storage device solution.
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Why is my Wii U not reading SD card?

Make sure the Wii U is off and remove the SD card. Check that the SD Card is compatible. Check the SD card and ensure it is unlocked. Re-insert the SD card and turn the system on.
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How many Wii games can fit on 128gb?

Depending on what you buy, at most 128+ games. But considering you want AAA titles, at least 20-25.
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Does SanDisk work for Wii U?

SanDisk Ultra Fit CZ43 64GB USB 3.0 Low-Profile Flash Drive Up To 150MB/s Read- SDCZ43-064G-G46 [Older Version] Perfect for the Wii U!
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What format is the Wii U 128GB SD card?

The Wii U needs a FAT32 formatted SD card. However unlike the Switch, only FAT32 works!.
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