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How do I burn Wii U games to disc?

Go on the settings for the Wii U and select "Data Management." Insert the DVD-RAM disc to the drive and select "Format USB Storage Device." Once it's done, it will say "Formatting complete," and then you'll be able to select "Copy/Move/Delete Data" and see the DVD disc as an option to move eShop games onto it.
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Can you burn games for Wii U?

He has discovered that it is possible to plug a DVD burner into a Wii U and, under the right circumstances, burn video games to the disc to play later, including Nintendo eShop games. The process involves a few steps, and the goal is to just trick the Wii U into thinking it's dealing with a typical USB drive.
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What format are Wii U discs?

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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Can you load Wii U games off 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 transfer games through USB?

Is it possible to transfer games to a USB drive? Yes. You can put a majority of games on a USB flash drive and run directly from it.
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How to format a USB for Wii U?

Ensure the USB storage device is connected to the Wii U console. From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings. Using the Left Stick, scroll to the Data Management icon and press the A Button. Select Format USB Storage Device and follow the on screen instructions.
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Does Wii U use SD or micro SD?

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 use external hard drive?

External hard drives that are self powered with a USB cable are compatible with the Wii U. However it is recommended to use a Y-cable to make sure the hard drive gets enough power. Self powered hard drives with a USB cable are compatible with the Wii U.
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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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Why doesn't the Wii U play DVDs?

Why can't you play DVDs on Wii/Wii U? Nintendo believes that you probably already have a device for DVD playback, so the company thinks that it doesn't warrant the cost involved to build that functionality into the Wii/Wii U console because of the patents related to those technologies. 6.
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Can a Wii play Blu Ray?

No, the Wii console does not play DVD, HD-DVD, Blu-Ray discs, CD music discs, or movies/music stored on SD cards, USB hard drives, or other portable memory devices.
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Do regular DVDs work in Wii?

No. Wii only plays Wii Game Discs and GameCube Game Discs.
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What software do I need to burn Wii games?

If you simply want to burn and put Wii games videos to DVD disc to create data DVD disc, PowerISO is a wonderful choice. PowerISO not only supports burning image file, but also supports on-the-fly burning. With PowerISO, you can back up files and folders to compact disc.
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Is it legal to homebrew Wii U?

Is it illegal to install homebrew? No. However, downloading pirated games is. Playing backups is also illegal under the DMCA and EUCD, as it breaks the Wii's copy protection.
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Are Wii U ROMs legal?

They are no different to other programs you might download such as word processing or music player software. Downloading and uploading ROMs is illegal, however, so make sure you use your own game files.
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What is the largest USB 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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Can you put Wii U games on SD card?

Wii U can store games on the internal memory or a USB drive (using its own file system). The SD card isn't really usable this way.
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Can Wii U use any SD card?

Nintendo notes that the Wii U supports SDHC memory cards up to 32GB, but does not support SDCX cards. This limitation doesn't apply when using a USB adapter, as multiple people online have confirmed that they use larger cards with no problems.
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Can you use a 64gb SD card in a 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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Does Nintendo still make the Wii U?

Nintendo will close the Wii U and 3DS eShops on March 27th, 2023.
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What is the max capacity of 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 does the Wii U format to?

RPX is a Wii U Executable.
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What are the USB ports on the Wii U for?

Front 1: gamepad usb charger. Front 2: Wii U pro controller charger. Rear ports support HDD and front ports are for game attachments like Disney Infinity/Skylanders portals, Rock Band Guitar dongle, USB microphones etc.
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Can you use USB drive for Wii U homebrew?

Install games from the SD card to USB drive.

Boot up your Wii U and insert both the SD card and USB drive into it. In the WUP Installer window, your installed games will show up. Select the game that you want to install and click on Install. Select the USB to install the game.
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