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Why doesn't my Wii power button work?

Most power issues with the Wii can be fixed by resetting the AC adapter. Unplug the AC adapter from both the outlet and the console and let it sit for at least 2 minutes. Plug both ends back in, making sure that the adapter is plugged directly into a wall outlet, not a surge protector or power strip.
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Why is my Wii Remote not turning on with new batteries?

If you have fresh batteries that are making good connections inside of the Nintendo Wii Remote, but the remote still does not turn on, there may be a poor power button connection. The connection between the power button and the motherboard may be dirty, causing the remote not to turn on.
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Why won't my Wii turn on the TV?

What to do. Unplug the Wii from the AC adapter and the AC adapter from the outlet. Wait a few seconds and plug them back in, turn the Wii on, and see if the issue is resolved. Turn the TV off and back on.
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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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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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How old is the oldest Wii?

  • 2006–2013 (Original)
  • 2011–2014 (Family Edition)
  • 2012–2017 (Mini)
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Does the Wii have a fuse?

Introduction. If you have a drive which fails to spin the disc up or properly eject or "eat" discs, you may have one or two blown fuses on the drive PCB. This guide will show you how to test and replace those fuses!
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Why is my Wii Remote not working a button?

Try a new set of batteries. Sometimes weak batteries can cause these types of problems to occur. Reset the Wii Remote. Make sure there aren't any other buttons being pressed.
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Can you put AA batteries in a Wii Remote?

Remove the battery cover on the back of the Wii Remote. Insert two AA batteries, using the plus (+) and minus (-) guides in the Wii Remote's battery compartment to insert the batteries in the proper direction.
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How do I know if my Wii Remote needs batteries?

Press the HOME Button on a Wii Remote that is synchronized with the Wii console. Select the Wii Remote Settings option from the Home Button menu. The battery level of all synced Wii Remotes is displayed along the bottom. Four bars indicates a full charge, with one being the lowest charge.
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Can you use an HDMI cord for 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 do I know if my Wii sensor is working?

Adjust the camera angle and position until you can see the lights in the LCD display. If the lights are visible, the sensor bar is working. If the lights are not visible, the sensor bar will need to be replaced.
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How do you wake up a Wii Remote?

Take out the batteries, wait for one minute, and then reinsert them (there is no need to use new batteries). Wait a few seconds before pressing any buttons to wake up the Wii Remote.
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How do you soft reset a Wii?

Complete These Steps: While in a game, press and hold for one second the buttons START + SELECT + L + R. The screen will return to the beginning of the game without saving.
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Are Wiis easy to fix?

Like its competitors at the time, the Nintendo Wii is a bit more complicated to dismantle and repair than Nintendo's previous generations that could be taken apart very easily. Nevertheless this console is quite simple to disassemble and repair, even without any knowledge of electronics.
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Will Wii stop working?

The false rumor stems from a meme stating that Nintendo announced all functioning Wiis will self-destruct in 2023. As you might expect, Nintendo said no such thing.
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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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When did Wii fail?

Yet despite the Wii's success, it was only a temporary shot in the arm for Nintendo, and sales of the Wii peaked by 2008. Source: Company website. Sony's (SONY -1.65%) Playstation 3 and Microsoft's (MSFT 2.55%) Xbox 360 quickly caught up and buried the Wii. By 2013, the Wii had become a footnote in video game history.
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What is the youngest Wii fitness age?

This game can be enjoyed by kids as young as age 5, but it's a better fit for tweens, teens, and adults.
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Can I hook up my Wii to my Smart TV?

Just connect one to your Nintendo Wii, hook up a HDMI cable and plug it into your TV. View the output on the HDMI channel using Input Select on your TV remote. Wii to HDMI is a quick, simple solution to connect your Nintendo Wii to any smart TV with a dedicated Nintendo Wii HDMI adapter.
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