What to do when Wii U won't read disc?

How do you fix a disc that won't read?

Check the Disc

Clean your discs – Grime and dirt can make it hard for the drive laser to read small groves located on your disc. If the disc is dirty, you can try cleaning it with filter water and a clean cloth; or better yet, a specialized disc cleaning solution and cloth can be purchased in most electronic stores.

How do I clean my Wii U disc reader?

Dampen a clean, soft, cotton cloth with water. Use straight strokes and wipe the disc (non-labeled side) from the inside rim to the outside rim. Using a dry part of the cloth, repeat step 2 to dry the disc.

Can you fix disc reader on a Wii?

Most disc read errors (DREs) can be fixed by replacing the laser lens in your Wii's DVD drive.

Why is my Wii U not reading Wii disc?

Visually inspect the disc(s). If the discs look dirty or damaged, clean them. Sometimes a dirty disc can appear damaged, but just needs to be cleaned. If the disc plays without error, please continue to use your Wii U as normal.

Nintendo Wii Disk Read Error QUICK FIX

How do you clean a laser lens on a Wii?

You put 2-3 drops of the supplied cleaning fluid on the pad, then insert the paddle into the Wii's disc slot. You wiggle the handle 10-20 times to clean the lens. Press the Eject button to remove the paddle, and you're done.

Can you clean discs with rubbing alcohol?

If the disc has a heavy accumulation of dirt, try rinsing it with water first. Use commercially available water-based detergent formulated for cleaning the surface of optical discs. Use isopropyl alcohol or methanol, as an alternate to water-based detergents, to clean the disc surface.

Can you use alcohol to clean a Wii disc?

Remove fingerprints and grease with rubbing alcohol.

Apply a dab of isopropyl alcohol to a clean cloth, and rub the disc from the center to the rim. Carefully wipe off moisture with a dry cloth with the same motions, then let sit for two minutes so it is completely dry.

How do I know if my disc is corrupted?

How do you fix a scratched Wii disc with toothpaste?

Apply a small dab of white toothpaste or metal polish to a clean, lint-free (ie fluff-free) cloth and rub very gently along the scratch from the disc's centre outwards. Cover the full length of the scratch, then repeat twice for good measure.

Can game discs go bad?

With proper cleaning, storage, and handling of your game disc they should last about 25+ years for the disc to naturally rot.

How does toothpaste fix game discs?

Toothpaste is just abrasive enough to wear down scratched areas to a smoother surface. Small scratches and scuff marks are much easier to repair than deep gouges. Some CD repair services can repair the disc with a special buffing machine, but these are hard to use without causing damage.

Does toothpaste fix Wii discs?

Toothpaste works best for shallow scratches and scuffs on the reflective side. It will probably not work on a deep scratch. Scratches on the non-reflective label side should never be rubbed, and may have caused irreparable damage. If you have deep scratches, consider sending the disk to a disk repair service.

Is it illegal to homebrew your Wii?

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.

Can I clean a disc with water?

To clean a CD or DVD a microfiber cleaning cloth or cotton based tissue or cloth is recommended. Any materials used should be checked to ensure they are non-abrasive. In most instances water will suffice as a cleaning agent.

Can you use a towel to clean a disc?

Only use a clean, soft, cotton cloth (not paper towels, facial tissue, etc.) Do not use solvents such as: benzine, window cleaner, paint thinner, anti-static aerosol spray or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc. Do not use machines designed to clean discs or remove scratches.

What toothpaste cleans discs?

Use a white toothpaste, not a gel. Gels containing little beads may cause more damage to the CD.

Is Windex good for discs?

Safe DVD Cleaning Solutions

Isopropyl alcohol/rubbing alcohol and water - mixed at a rate of 1:1. Window cleaner such as Windex.

Does Nintendo still make the Wii U?

Nintendo will close the Wii U and 3DS eShops on March 27th, 2023.

How do you clean the lens on a Wii U?

Dab a little of the included cleaning liquid on the little bristles, put the disc in, select the disc and the Wii U will go into a self-cleaning mode (around 20-30 seconds), repeat as needed. It took three tries before the console started recognizing discs again, but it has worked perfectly ever since!

How do you polish Wii discs?

Use car wax to buff the game.

Place a few light dabs of carnauba car wax around the center of the disc and use a microfiber cloth to rub it into the disc's surface. Then, using a clean cloth, wipe the car wax off of the disc in straight motions until your game is clean. Test it out in the console and see if it works.

Can a banana fix a scratched disc?

To fix, gently rub the flesh of a banana into the disk, and then lightly buff with the banana peel, which fills scratches with its natural waxiness. Once finished, rub with a clean soft cloth in circular movements, and then give a final shine with window cleaner. It's that simple.

Does Vaseline fix scratched discs?

Vaseline Method

Simply apply a small amount of petroleum jelly to a soft cloth, and gently rub it into the scratch in a circular motion. The oils from the petroleum jelly will help to fill in the scratch and restore the disc's reflectivity. Make sure to rinse the disc thoroughly with water when you're done.