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What is the largest hard drive for 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 hard drive size 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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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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Can you expand storage on a Wii U?

You can expand the amount of available storage space with external USB storage media. USB storage media can be connected to Wii U via the console's front or rear USB 2.0 connectors. Please note that you cannot remove/connect a storage device while the power is on.
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Can I use a hard drive on a 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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How to use larger than 2TB Drives on Wii or Wii U Tutorial

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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Can you use a 256GB SD card Wii U?

Can I buy a 256GB Micro SD and use it in my Wii U? Have heard so many conflicting stories on if it works or not. They work, you just have to format with a 64kb cluster size instead of a 32. Any sdcards between 4GB and 2TB will work.
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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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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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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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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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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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What format does a hard drive need to be for Wii U?

(NTFS/Fat32) If you do the Wii U console will prompt you to format you Hard Drive again.
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Can you use a USB for storage on Wii U?

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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Is Wii U still supported?

“Even after March 27, 2023, and for the foreseeable future, it will still be possible to redownload games and DLC, receive software updates and enjoy online play on Wii U and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems,” it said.
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How many games are in a full Wii U set?

There are 791 games on this list, 205 of which were released physically on a disc.
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Can I use a 64 GB SD card in a Wii?

SD Cards with a capacity higher than 2 GB, and SDHC Cards with a capacity higher than 32 GB, will likely not work with the Wii console.
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How do I move Wii U games to SD card?

Complete these steps
  1. Select the Wii Menu from the Wii U Menu.
  2. Select the Wii button in the bottom-left corner of the Wii Menu.
  3. Select the type of content you wish to transfer (Channel or Save Data for the channel).
  4. Select the content you wish to move, and then select Copy.
  5. Select Yes to copy to your SD Card.
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What is the purpose of an SD card in a Wii?

An SD memory card can be used to store Wii-related data such as game save information, certain data from the Wii Channel applications, and to transfer compatible data (such as digital photos and MP3s) to the Wii console from other devices.
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What is tiramisu Wii U?

Tiramisu is modular legacy environment for the Wii U. The automatically runs a CFW (modified version of Mocha), allows you to boot the homebrew channel and provides a autoboot menu.
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How do I transfer Wii U games to an external hard drive?

System Update Version 3.0. 0 U and higher
  1. Connect the USB device to the Wii U console. ...
  2. From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings.
  3. Using the Left Stick, scroll to Data Management and press the A Button. ...
  4. Select Copy/Move/Delete Data.
  5. Select the location from which you'd like to copy or move data.
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How do I format a 128GB SD card to FAT32?

Tutorial: Format 128GB SD Card to FAT32 (in 4 Steps)
  1. Launch EaseUS Partition Master, right-click the partition you intend to format and choose "Format".
  2. In the new window, enter the Partition label, choose the FAT32/EXT2/EXT3/EXT4 file system, and set the cluster size according to your needs, then click "OK".
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