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Why do some of my Wii games not work?

If a disc won't play properly, start by checking the disc. A flaw in the disc could prevent the console from reading it. Hold the bottom side of the disc to the light to see any smudges or scratches. If a smear is the culprit, cleaning the disc often fixes the problem.
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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.
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Why is my Wii U not reading Wii disc?

Remove the disc and reboot the system: Eject the problematic disc if it is still in the system. Power the system off and ensure it is placed correctly. After 30 seconds has passed, power the Wii U back on.
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Why does my Wii keep saying an error has occurred?

An Error Has Occurred. This is a generic error encountered by a Wii caused mostly because of a dirty or damaged disc inside the Wii console. The best thing to do is check the disc for any scratches or dirt that could cause disc read errors.
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Can you repair Wii games?

What to do in the event you have a Wii U or Wii game disc that needs replacement will depend on which company published the game. Nintendo can only offer repairs for games that are published by Nintendo (For example, Mario, Pokémon, Zelda, etc.).
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Nintendo Wii Disk Read Error QUICK FIX

How do you clean a Wii disc slot?

Disc Trays

Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any crumbs or light objects from inside the disc tray (caddy). The vacuum should be on its lowest setting.
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How do I know if my Wii is bricked?

If the System Menu boots fine, then the brick is simply a semibrick. If the health screen is the last screen seen, then the brick is either a banner brick or a mail brick. To test this, hold + and - when pressing A; if the system still refuses to boot, it is a banner brick, otherwise it is a mail brick.
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Why wont my discs play?

Use a soft cloth to clean the disc ; the disc may have fingerprints or smudges. Examine the disc for any cracks or scratches that might be interfering with playback. Make sure the disc playback is not restricted by parental control options. Make sure the DVD disc is compatible with the player.
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How do I know if my disc is corrupted?

Common symptoms of hard drive corruption include:
  1. The drive is completely inaccessible.
  2. Sluggish performance.
  3. Missing files.
  4. 'Blue screen of death' (BSoD) – [this can happen if the drive in question contains operating system files]
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How do I know if my disc is bad?

What are the symptoms of a bad brake rotor/disc?
  1. You hear squealing or squeaking noises while braking.
  2. The brakes are vibrating or pulsing when you step on the brake pedal.
  3. The rotors show grooves or score marks.
  4. It takes you longer than normal to slow down or stop.
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What discs are compatible with Wii?

Wii discs are 12 cm DVD-based discs capable of holding either 4.7 GB (for single-layer discs) or 8.54 GB (for double-layer discs).
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What discs can Wii play?

Wii only plays Wii Game Discs and GameCube Game Discs.
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Can you repair a Wii disc?

The disc will need to be replaced. Nintendo no longer offers factory repairs for the Wii U console, the Wii U GamePad, or Wii U accessories. You may find our information on replacement and upgrade options helpful.
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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.
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Will a disc cleaner work for Wii?

Typical disc cleaners have a disc with built-in brushes that you "play" as either a CD or DVD. If you try to run those products in your Wii, the disc will never be "read," which means that it will never spin enough times to actually work.
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How long does a Wii last?

If you take good care of it, you can make them last 10 years easy enough. Assuming you have an average system and haven't got an unlucky combination of components.
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What does a bricked console mean?

A brick (or bricked device) is a mobile device, game console, router or other consumer electronic device that is no longer functional due to corrupted firmware, a hardware problem, or other damage. The term analogizes the device to a brick's modern technological usefulness.
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Is there a way to clean inside of Wii?

Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any crumbs or light objects from inside the disc tray (caddy). The vacuum should be on its lowest setting.
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What is the best way to clean a Wii game?

Important
  1. Only use a clean, soft, cotton cloth (not paper towels, facial tissue, etc.)
  2. Only use water (not soap or any other cleaning solution)
  3. Do not use solvents such as: benzine, window cleaner, paint thinner, anti-static aerosol spray or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc.
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Can you use rubbing alcohol to clean Wii games?

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.
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