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What is the max USB capacity for Wii?

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 USB drive for Wii?

FAT32: Compatible with the Wii and all computers. Partition size limited to 2.2TB, maximum file size limited to 4GB (Wii games are automatically split in multiple parts when needed).
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Can you use a 64gb USB on Wii?

So yeah a 64gb flash drive should work without issue just make sure its in fat32 format, and im not positive that ntfs wont work. If ntfs works go with that as if allows files larger than 4gb.
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Will USB 3.0 work with Wii?

The Wii only supports USB 2.0 (same with Wii U). A lot of USB 3.0 drives will probably still work because of backwards compatibility with USB 2.0, but the speeds will of course be limited to USB 2.0 speeds.
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Does a USB 2.0 work for the Wii?

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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What USB format works on Wii?

To play games, we recommend using an external hard drive for your Wii. Flash drives should be usable too, but external hard drives are recommended as they are more reliable, and can store more games. Make sure your USB drive is formatted as FAT32 or NTFS.
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Does USB have to be FAT32 for Wii?

The Wii Homebrew Applications (such as The Homebrew Channel, Emulators, Games, Media players, etc.), USB Loader GX's NAND emulation feature and DIOS MIOS (Lite) require a FAT32 partition format. You can use a FAT32 SD/SDHC card for that purpose and set your USB hard drive as NTFS or Ext partition format.
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Are all USB 3.0 backwards compatible?

Is USB 3.0 backwards compatible? Yes, USB 3.0 backwards is compatible—meaning it's designed to work with older USB versions including USB 2.0 and USB 1.1.
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Does Wii support USB storage?

Are you trying to download and play games on your Wii without a disc? 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.
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Can I use a 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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How to convert 64GB USB to FAT32?

Method 1: Use PowerShell to Format USB to FAT32 on Windows 10/11
  1. Press "Win + X" on your keyboard to open the Start menu.
  2. Type the command "format /FS: FAT32 #:" in the PowerShell window and hit Enter to execute it.
  3. Your 64 GB USB Drive will begin to format to the FAT32 file system as soon as the command is provided.
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How fast is the Wii USB?

all four Wii U USB ports are USB 2.0. possible transfer rates are 1.5, 12, and 480 mbps.
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What is the maximum file size for FAT32 Wii?

FAT32: Compatible with the Wii and all computers. Partition size limited to 2.2TB, maximum file size limited to 4GB (Wii games are automatically split in multiple parts when needed).
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Can I use a 256gb SD card on Wii?

If you have updated your Wii console to Wii Menu 4.0 or higher, then your Wii console is compatible with SD Cards that are 2 GB (Gigabyte) or less, and is also compatible with SDHC Cards (so-called High Capacity SD Cards) up to 32 GB.
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Is Wii old enough to drive?

While we were all caught up with the Wii U turning ten over the last week, there was also a big anniversary for the Wii which turned a wrinkle-inducing, hair-greying, grand total of 16 years old! Yep, that's right, the Wii is now old enough to drive.
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Can you expand the Wii storage?

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.
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Can a Wii play movies from USB?

Plugin the USB cable to your Wii, which you can watch the DVD movies on a Wii. It is the easiest and safest method to enjoy the DVD movies with high quality.
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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 you jailbreak a Wii?

You can turn your old Wii into a total Nintendo entertainment center by jailbreaking it. The form we'll cover in this tutorial is called a SoftMod, and it will only take a few minutes to completely crack open the Wii and give you complete control over the console. To get started, you'll need just a few things.
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Can I use a USB 3.1 device in a USB 3.0 port?

USB 3.1 is backwards compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0, except in the following scenarios: USB-B 3.1 cables are not compatible with USB-B 2.0 ports. Unless you use an adapter, USB-C ports or cables will not work with USB-A or USB-B ports or cables.
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Why do 2.0 USB devices not work in 3.0 USB ports?

USB 2.0 devices may not work with USB 3.0 port because: USB controllers may not have the correct configuration. The USB controller drivers on your PC may have been outdated. The USB legacy support might be disabled.
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What is USB 3.0 called now?

Systems with Legacy USB 3.0 ports are now USB 3.1 Gen 1. USB 3.1 Gen 1 can also be referred to as USB SuperSpeed (When compared to USB 2.0) and has a max bandwidth of 5 Gigabits per second (5 Gbps).
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What format do Wii games need to be in for USB Loader GX?

The Wii Homebrew Applications (such as The Homebrew Channel, Emulators, Games, Media players, etc.), USB Loader GX's NAND emulation feature and DIOS MIOS (Lite) require a FAT32 partition format.
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What are the USB ports on the back of my Wii for?

Connecting more than two peripheral devices to a Wii console simultaneously. The Wii console has 2 USB ports. Please use a commercially available USB hub (*) when connecting 3 or more peripheral devices, such as the Wii LAN adapter, a USB keyboard, the Wii Speak accessory and other peripheral devices at the same time.
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