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What USB works on Wii U?

A final important point is that the Wii U uses USB 2.0 ports. 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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Which USB port to use on Wii U?

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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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 use a 64gb SD card on 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 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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How do I format a USB drive 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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How do I use a USB hard drive on my Wii U?

Connect the USB storage device to the Wii U console. Upon powering on the Wii U console, a message should appear that prompts you to format the USB storage device. Follow the on-screen instructions to format the device.
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Can I store games on a SD Card for Wii U?

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.
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Will any USB to Ethernet adapter work with Wii U?

According to Nintendo Support, regular USB to Ethernet adapters might not work with the Wii U. This likely also applies to the Wii and possibly also the Switch. You could try using an adapter you already own, but if you're going to buy one for the Wii U, I recommend buying the right one.
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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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Does a Sandisk SD card work with Wii U?

nintendo recommends 32 gb sdhc card max. i use a sandisk 32gb sdhc card and it works perfectly.
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How do I get more storage on my 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 USB for Wii?

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. Playing a game from a USB drive requires you to install the Homebrew Channel on your Wii, which voids your Wii's warranty and violates Nintendo's terms of use.
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How many USB ports does Wii U have?

The Wii U features 802.11 b/g /n wireless network connectivity and support for Fast Ethernet with an accessory, Bluetooth 4.0, a total of four USB 2.0 ports, and an SD/SDHC memory card slot.
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Does Wii U need FAT32?

The Wii U needs a FAT32 formatted SD card. However unlike the Switch, only FAT32 works!. If you need to format your SD on Windows and you can't find FAT32 as a selectable option, use guiformat and set the Allocation Unit Size to 32K (32768).
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What file type is Wii U?

RPX - Wii U Game File.
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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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How to convert 64GB USB to FAT32?

You can format USB drives larger than 32 GB to the FAT32 file system using Windows PowerShell.
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For example, if you want to format 64GB USB to FAT32, do the following:
  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.
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Can you format any USB to FAT32?

Windows 10 operating system

Type and search [This PC] in the Windows search bar①, then click [Open]②. Right-click your USB flash drive③, then select [Format]④. Select File system to [FAT32]⑤, then select [Start]⑥. A notice appeared to remind that all data on the USB flash drive will be deleted.
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How to format 128GB USB as FAT32?

FAQ about Formatting 128GB USB Flash Drive
  1. Right-click your USB and then choose Format.
  2. In the pop window, select the file system as FAT32, then click OK.
  3. Click the Execute Operation button.
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What format does external 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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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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Why won't my Wii U read my 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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Why does my Wii say my SD Card Cannot be used?

If it works in another device, re-insert the card into the SD card slot on the Wii console and power the console back ON. Go back into the SD Card Menu. If no error appears, then it could be that the SD card wasn't formatted. If you continue to see intermittent errors, the SD card connectors may be contaminated.
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