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Does Wii use WIFI?

Yes. Wii is Wi-Fi-enabled, meaning it can connect to a wireless access point (such as a wireless router) to connect to the Internet. Click here for more information about the online possibilities of your Wii console.
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When did the Wii stop Wi-Fi?

Summary of Changes. The Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service, which provides certain online functionality for many Wii, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo DSi software titles, was discontinued on May 20, 2014.
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Why can't my Wii connect to Wi-Fi?

Unplug the console, wait five minutes, and then plug it back in. Try creating a new connection profile by going through the connection process again. Check for any wireless interference. The Wii console should be in an open area without anything blocking the signal.
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Does Wii have Internet port?

The Wii doesn't have an Ethernet port built-in, so you'll need to buy the Wii LAN adapter if you want to use a wired connection. This device connects to the Wii via its USB port, allowing you to connect your console to your router via an Ethernet cable.
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How do I hook up internet on the Wii?

  1. Select the Wii icon on the Wii™ menu. ...
  2. Select Wii Settings.
  3. Select the right arrow, then the Internet button.
  4. Select Connection Settings.
  5. Select any of the empty connections. ...
  6. Select Wireless Connection > Search for an Access Point.
  7. Select your wireless network name (SSID) from the list.
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How to Connect a Nintendo Wii to the Internet

Does Internet Channel still work on Wii?

The Internet Channel was available as a free download through the Wii Shop Channel. With the closure of the Wii Shop Channel on January 30, 2019, it is no longer available to new users.
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Can you still download games on Wii?

It is no longer possible to purchase new content from the Wii Shop. However, for the time being you may continue to re-download content you have purchased or transfer that content from a Wii system to a Wii U system. Be aware that these features will eventually end at a future date.
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Does Wii need an adapter for Wi-Fi?

"Please note: The Nintendo Wi-Fi USB Connector has been discontinued until further notice. As an alternative for online access, Wii owners can use a standard wireless router, or the Wii LAN Adapter."
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Will the Wii shut down?

Nintendo has confirmed that both the Wii U and 3DS digital storefronts will no longer allow new purchases of paid or free content starting March 27th, 2023.
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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 can I play my old Wii games on?

Play Wii games via Wii Mode

Enter Wii Mode from the Wii U Menu to enjoy all kinds of Wii software* – you can play Wii Game Discs, WiiWare and Virtual Console titles from Wii, or download Wii software (such as WiiWare and Virtual Console titles) from the Wii Shop Channel*.
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Is it legal to download Wii games for free?

Downloading the games is illegal. Modding the Wii is not.
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How do I find old Wii games?

Missing previously-downloaded games
  1. Access the Wii Shop Channel (how to).
  2. Select "Start Shopping".
  3. Browse through the available titles to find the game you need to re-download.
  4. Select "Download" to download the game again.
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How do I connect my Wii to Wi-Fi 2023?

NOTE: Use the remote control of the Wii™ to navigate the Wii™ menu and settings.
  1. Select Wii Settings.
  2. Select the right arrow, then the Internet button.
  3. Select Connection Settings.
  4. Select any of the empty connections.
  5. Select your wireless network name (SSID) from the list.
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How do I connect my old Wii to my modern TV?

Complete these steps
  1. On your television, locate a set of yellow, red, and white holes labeled "Input." ...
  2. Insert the AV Multi Out plug of the Wii AV Cable into the AV Multi Out connector on the back of the console. ...
  3. Insert the colored connectors on the Wii AV Cable into the input connectors on the TV.
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Can you hook up an old Wii to a smart TV?

Just connect one to your Nintendo Wii, hook up a HDMI cable and plug it into your TV. View the output on the HDMI channel using Input Select on your TV remote. Wii to HDMI is a quick, simple solution to connect your Nintendo Wii to any smart TV with a dedicated Nintendo Wii HDMI adapter.
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What can I do with my old Wii console?

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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Is Wii internet free?

Go to the Wii Shop Channel and download the Internet Channel, which is free.
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How can I update my Wii?

From the Wii Menu, use the Wii Remote to select the Wii button. Select Wii Settings to access the Wii System Settings menu. Using the arrow on the right side of the screen, move over to the third page and select Wii System Update. Select Yes.
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Does WiiConnect24 still work?

On the discontinuation date, the defunct downloadable Wii channels were removed from the Wii Shop Channel. WiiConnect24 has been succeeded by SpotPass, a different trademark name for similar content-pushing functions that the Nintendo Network service can perform for the newer Nintendo 3DS and Wii U consoles.
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What does error code 23400 mean on the Wii?

The discontinued services include online play, matchmaking, and leaderboards for many Wii, Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi games. You will receive this error code when attempting to use an online feature affected by the end of these services.
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