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Why is my Wii orange?

An orange LED indicates that your Wii U GamePad
Wii U GamePad
The Wii U GamePad is the standard game controller for Nintendo's Wii U home video game console. Incorporating traits from tablet computers, the GamePad has traditional input methods (such as buttons, dual analog sticks, and a D-pad), touchscreen controls, and motion controls.
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. This does not mean that the Wii U GamePad will turn on immediately. It may take up to fifteen minutes of charging before the Wii U GamePad turns on.
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How do you revive a dead Wii?

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 has the Colour gone on my Wii?

If you find that the settings are correctly set for the type of cable you are using, but you are still unable to get a color picture, switch the setting to the opposite setting, save it, and then switch it back to the correct setting.
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What color should Wii light be when off?

I assume this means its off. Sometiems when the Wii appears to be off, the light is orange.
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What does the Wii light mean?

Red light means standby, power is being supplied but the console is off and wiiconnect24 is off. Yellow light means standby, power is being supplied and wiiconnect24 is on. Console is off.
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Nintendo wii yellow or orange led light explained & fixed

Why does Wii turn yellow?

The yellow light indicates that the Wii is off but the WiiConnect24 is on, operating in standby mode. You can turn this light off by going to (Wii Icon) > Settings > WiiConnect24 > WiiConnect24 > Off and select Confirm. At times, you will also see the Wii's disc slot glow.
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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 is the color code for Wii?

The hexadecimal color code #999999 / #999 is a medium light shade of gray. In the RGB color model #999999 is comprised of 60% red, 60% green and 60% blue. In the HSL color space #999999 has a hue of 0° (degrees), 0% saturation and 60% lightness. This color has an approximate wavelength of 0 nm.
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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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What colors do I plug my Wii into?

Plug the colored connectors into the following inputs:
  • Yellow: Video Input.
  • White: Audio Input Left (or Mono)
  • Red: Audio Input Right.
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Why is my Wii not working on my TV?

Try using a different cable. Try a Wii AV Cable or a Wii Component Video Cable. You will need to ensure the TV is set to the correct input settings if you switch cables. It can take up to a minute for the Wii U console to detect that a Wii AV Cable/Wii Component Video Cable is connected.
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Why did the Wii go away?

It was discontinued because that generation of consoles had ended and they had the Wii U on the horizon. They made their mark with the Wii and wanted to move on to their next best thing. Always looking forward.
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Why is the red Wii rare?

The Japanese version of the red wii is probably more collectible and therefore rare because it came with a pre-installed copy of the NES super Mario bros 1 with 25 in all of the coin blocks thoughout the game. The other regions didn't have this.
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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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Why isn't my Wii turning on?

What to do. Check any accessories attached directly to the console to make sure that it is licensed and undamaged. Unlicensed or damaged accessories shouldn't be used with the console. Try using a different wall outlet, or plug a different device into the outlet to make sure the outlet is providing power.
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Is Wii shutting down in 2023?

Nintendo's Wii U and 3DS digital storefronts are shutting down today, March 27th, 2023 at 8PM ET. While you'll no longer be able to purchase games or DLC from either eShop, you'll still be able to redownload the games you've already bought and play online for the time being.
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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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Will the Wii ever be worth money?

A single Nintendo Wii console can sell from anywhere between $15 to $125. If it has scratches, is dirty, the buttons don't press properly, and it's worn, expect it to sell for $20.
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Why is my Wii connected but no color?

Try another set of inputs on the TV, or connecting the Wii console up to another TV. If the TV does not have the yellow, red and white inputs, it will most likely have component inputs which allow standard AV cable use. Try these AV connection steps. Check the TV for alternate AV input settings, such as HD vs Video.
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How old is Wii red?

Red Wii release date is November 7, 2010!
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How many Wii colors are there?

Background - The different Wii colors and their history. ¶

There are 4 released Wii colors: red, white, black, and light blue.
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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 it easy to repair a Wii?

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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