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Does Wii use USB?

As long as you have the classic Wii (and not the Wii U), you'll be able to play any of your available games on a USB flash drive. Playing a game from a USB drive requires you to install the Homebrew Channel on your Wii, which voids your Wii's warranty and violates Nintendo's terms of use.
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What USB port does Wii use?

All versions of the Wii came with at least 1 USB 2.0 port. The original Wii (RVL-001) came with 2 USB 2.0 ports, and so did the Wii "Family Edition" (RVL-101). The Wii Mini (RVL-201), however, only came with 1 USB 2.0 port. You might think, great, the Wii has USB 2.0 ports.
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Can you download games on Wii by 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.
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Can the Wii still download games?

In the future we will close all services related to the Wii Shop Channel, including the ability to redownload WiiWare and Virtual Console games, as well as the Wii System Transfer Tool, which transfers data from Wii to the Wii U system. We will announce specific details as that time approaches.
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Can you use USB to HDMI on Wii?

The Wii console is not compatible with HDMI. If you wish to view the Wii console with a higher quality image, component video cables can be purchased instead.
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What connector does Wii use?

Insert the AV Multi Out plug on the Wii AV Cable into the AV Multi Out connector on the back of the console. Once the cables are inserted and the Wii console is powered on, you must find the Input Select for your TV to view the game.
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What ports are on old Wii?

Connecting a Wii To a TV With Component Cables

There should be a set of 5 ports on your TV if it has the ability to connect to component cables. These ports should be two ports for audio colored red (right, or R) and white (left, or L), and three for video, colored red (Pr/Cr), blue (Pb/Cb), and green (Y).
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How old is the oldest Wii?

  • 2006–2013 (Original)
  • 2011–2014 (Family Edition)
  • 2012–2017 (Mini)
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Are Wii consoles obsolete?

(KGTV) — A rumor going around social media claims all the old Wii game consoles will stop working next year. But that's fiction. The false rumor stems from a meme stating that Nintendo announced all functioning Wiis will self-destruct in 2023. As you might expect, Nintendo said no such thing.
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What should I do with my old Wii?

12 Awesome Things You Can Do With an Old Wii
  • Install independent homebrew community games.
  • Develop your own indie projects.
  • Turn your Wii into a media center.
  • Play DVDs on the Wii.
  • Install Linux and use the Wii as a PC.
  • Host Minecraft network games.
  • Remotely control your PC over VNC.
  • Use the Wii as an alarm clock.
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Can you use any USB Ethernet adapter on Wii?

The Wii LAN Adapter is required to connect the Wii console to a wired router. Non-Nintendo LAN Adapters are not compatible with the Wii console. You can still connect with the Nintendo Wi-Fi USB Connector, or by purchasing a wireless router.
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How do you hook up a Wii without AV cables?

However, a Wii to HDMI adapter also produces a good quality image on a smart TV. If you've been wondering how to connect your Wii to a TV without the AV cables, this is the answer. Just connect one to your Nintendo Wii, hook up a HDMI cable and plug it into your TV.
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Why won't my Wii connect to the TV?

Try using a different cable. Try a Wii AV Cable or a Wii Component Video Cable. You will need to ensure the TV is set to the correct input settings if you switch cables. It can take up to a minute for the Wii U console to detect that a Wii AV Cable/Wii Component Video Cable is connected.
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Can I use USB instead of Ethernet?

USB vs Ethernet Applications

USB is generally the better option for transferring data between a computer and peripheral devices, including a desktop, laptop, smartphone, and keyboard. It is also optimal for powering devices as needed. Ethernet is best used for connecting a modem or router with your computer.
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How do I convert my old Wii to HDMI?

The Wii to HDMI adapter plugs directly into your Wii's cable port (the same port you use to connect the Wii video cable that is included with the Wii). After you have plugged it into this port, you will have an available HDMI port.
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Can you connect a Wii to a Roku TV?

Re: How to connect and play Wii on Roku TV

If there is no A/V tile on your Home screen, you can add it by going to Settings > TV inputs > AV > Set up input.
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How do I connect my Wii to my TV without the yellow port?

There are two ways to connect the Wii console to these TVs:
  1. Purchase an adapter which allows standard AV cables to be connected to the mini-plug (headphone jack) port on the back of the TV. ...
  2. As an alternative, it is possible to purchase component cables for the Wii console.
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Is original Wii worth anything?

A single Nintendo Wii console can sell from anywhere between $15 to $125. If it has scratches, is dirty, the buttons don't press properly, and it's worn, expect it to sell for $20.
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Why did the Wii become obsolete?

Some consoles, like the PlayStation 2, have enough momentum to keep going even when their successor arrives, but the Wii was so weakened by years of third-party neglect and shovelware that the momentum was gone. Nintendo turned its back on what had once been a money-making golden child and walked away.
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What replaced Wii?

The Nintendo Switch operates very differently from the Wii. While you can game similar titles on both consoles, the gameplay is different.
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