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How do you charge a Wii U battery?

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Wii U GamePad
The Wii U GamePad is the standard game controller for Nintendo's Wii U home video game console. Incorporating traits from tablet computers, the GamePad has traditional input methods (such as buttons, dual analog sticks, and a D-pad), touchscreen controls, and motion controls.
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gently into the Wii U GamePad Cradle.
Plug the AC Adapter into a working wall outlet or power strip. The battery LED will light orange when the battery is charging.
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How do you charge a Wii battery?

Each battery is easily recharged by placing the Wii remote in the charging dock. LIGHT INDICATOR: LED light glow from the base of the dock station to show the batteries charging status. When the charge station is connected with the power, the indicator lights will turn to blue.
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Can you charge a Wii U with a USB?

It is perfectly safe to power it from a standard 5V USB port using this cable. The actual charging current I measured (using the DROK Dual-USB Gauge ) is under 0.8A. That means any USB charger rated for 1A or more will do the job.
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What is charger type for Wii U?

USB Charging Cables Compatible Nintendo Wii U Gamepad, AFUNTA 2 Pack USB Charger Cord Compatible WiiU, 10ft / 3m - White.
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How do you charge Wii U controller?

Connect the Wii U Pro Controller USB cable (model WUP-018) to both the controller and the Wii U console. Nintendo does not recommend using alternative devices, such as a PC, to charge the controller. Make sure all plugs are inserted straight and all the way into the connectors.
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The Wii U's battery

Does the Wii U have a charger?

For the power supply, though, the Wii U comes with a proprietary A/C adapter (right) with a power brick that's significantly bigger than Nintendo's old system (left).
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How long does it take to charge a Wii U battery?

It takes approximately 2.5 hours to fully charge the Wii U GamePad. Charging time will vary depending on how the system is being used and how much charge is left in the battery.
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What else can you use to charge Wii U GamePad?

Yes, there are other chargers besides the charger that came with it. In fact, there are USB charge cables you can buy such as these: Amazon.com: Mosuch USB Charger Cable For Nintendo Wii U Gamepad Controller: Video Games.
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What cable charges the Wii U GamePad?

The extra-long extension cord plugs into any free USB port on the Wii U™ and attaches to the charging port on the GamePad providing power to charge the internal battery of the controller.
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Why isn't my Wii U GamePad charging?

Unplug the Wii U GamePad AC adapter from the Wii U GamePad and wall outlet. Wait at least 90 seconds. It takes this long for the AC adapter to reset, so it is extremely important that you wait the full 90 seconds. Plug the AC adapter back into the Wii U GamePad and wall outlet.
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Does any USB work on a Wii U?

Any USB 3.0 device is backwards-compatible and will work with the Wii U, but you won't benefit from the extra speed. We don't recommend buying a USB 2.0 drive now, as its slow speeds will be a huge drawback if you use it on any other device in the future.
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What voltage is Wii U charger?

15V AC Adapter Charger For Official Nintendo Wii U WUP-002 Console Power Supply.
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Can you put AA batteries in a Wii Remote?

Remove the battery cover on the back of the Wii Remote. Insert two AA batteries, using the plus (+) and minus (-) guides in the Wii Remote's battery compartment to insert the batteries in the proper direction.
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How long do Wii batteries last?

A fresh set of alkaline batteries should last, depending on amount and type of use, up to 30 hours. This can vary greatly based on certain factors, such as Wii Remote Speaker Volume, Rumble, battery quality and age, and type of game being played.
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How do I check my Wii battery?

Check battery levels
  1. Press the HOME Button on a Wii Remote that is synchronized with the Wii console.
  2. Select the Wii Remote Settings option from the Home Menu.
  3. The battery level of all synced Wii Remotes is displayed along the bottom. Four bars indicates a full charge, with one being the lowest charge.
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What connector does the Wii U use?

Insert the AV Multi Out plug on the Wii Component Video cable into the AV Multi Out connector on the back of the console.
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Can I replace the battery in my Wii U GamePad?

Remove the battery cover by lifting the edge slightly, and then removing it outward. Unplug the connector first, and then remove the battery by pulling it outward. When disconnecting the battery cable, pull by the plug, not the cable.
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How long does it take to charge a Wii U GamePad?

It takes approximately 2.5 hours to fully charge the Wii U GamePad. Charging time will vary depending on how the system is being used and how much charge is left in the battery.
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Can you operate a Wii U without the gamepad?

Yes you can: the Wii U has a few controller options depending on the game at hand, whether it's the Pro Controller or the Wiimote. Some older titles required certain amount of Touch Screen usage (ZombiU, for one), but later ones didn't need it all that much, if at all.
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What is the little battery in Wii U for?

This battery is used to keep track of time when the device is off or unplugged.
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Why is my Wii U battery light flashing orange?

An orange LED indicates that your Wii U GamePad is charging. This does not mean that the Wii U GamePad will turn on immediately. It may take up to fifteen minutes of charging before the Wii U GamePad turns on.
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What is the battery in the Wii U for?

Just as in most computing devices, the Wii U will use a button-style battery to power the system clock even when the owner unplugs the console. That means you don't have to reset the hardware's internal timekeeper every time it loses juice. These batteries are common across all kinds of devices.
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What Colour should Wii Remote be when charging?

HIGH CAPACITY BATTERY - Includes two fast-recharging 2800 mAh Ni-Mh battery packs that fit your Wii remote. USB - Charge through the USB port on back of the Wii or from a computer. LIGHT UP - LED charge indicator light shines red for charging or blue for fully charged.
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What batteries do Wii U remotes use?

This popular console's remote uses two AA batteries, and it's a good idea to keep a spare set on hand.
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Can you use normal batteries for Wii?

Nintendo recommends alkaline batteries. Do not use Lithium ion, nickel cadmium (nicad), or carbon zinc batteries. Do not mix new and used batteries (both batteries should be replaced at the same time).
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