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Why is my Wii U GamePad blinking?

Blinking Red: The Wii U GamePad is running very low on power and will soon power off. You should charge the Wii U GamePad.
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Why is the blue light blinking on my Wii U GamePad?

A blue LED that fades indicates that the Wii U GamePad is charged, but that the screen is not showing an image. You may find our information designed to address this issue helpful.
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How do I fix my Wii U GamePad not connecting?

Reset and Re-sync the Wii U GamePad:
  1. Unplug the power cord from the console, and let it sit for at least a few seconds.
  2. Ensure the Wii U console is placed to minimize interference. ...
  3. Check for possible sources of interference and turn them off. ...
  4. Plug the console back in and turn it on.
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Why is my Wii U GamePad flashing orange?

An orange LED indicates that your Wii U GamePad is charging. 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 reset the battery on a Wii U GamePad?

GamePad needs to be reset

Unplug the power cord from the console and leave it alone for 30 seconds. Then, press and hold the Wii U GamePad power button until the GamePad powers off. Wait for 15 seconds before powering back on the Wii U GamePad and plugging the console back in.
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How To Fix A Dead Wii U Gamepad

Is there a reset button on the Wii U GamePad?

Reset the Wii U GamePad: If the Wii U GamePad is currently turned off, press the POWER Button once to turn it on. Press and hold down the Wii U GamePad POWER Button until the Wii U GamePad turns off. Wait 15 seconds.
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How long should the Wii U GamePad battery last?

The Wii U GamePad will remain charged for 3-5 hours. Actual battery life depends on the screen brightness, the features used (such as the camera and microphone), wireless communication use, ambient temperature, and other factors.
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How do I know if my Wii U GamePad is charging?

Place the Wii U GamePad gently into the Wii U GamePad Cradle. Plug the AC Adapter into a working wall outlet or power strip. The battery LED will light orange when the battery is charging.
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How do I stop my controller from blinking orange?

A blinking orange light on your PS4 means it is charging in rest mode. If your controller isn't charging while on standby, go to Settings > Power Save Settings > Set Features Available in Rest Mode > Supply Power to USB Ports and choose one of the options.
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Why is my GamePad not connecting?

Reasons for Controller Connected But Not Working in Game

To get the gamepad working, check device compatibility with the port. Otherwise, the device will be connected but won't respond. The issue often occurs when your controller does not support the XInput API. An older gamepad might work on the DirectInput API.
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How much does it cost to fix a Wii U GamePad?

The Wii U repair costs have been revealed to be $175 for the console itself, and $85 for the GamePad, according to Nintendo World Report staff members who have had their systems in for repair.
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How do you fix the blue blinking light of death?

Press and hold the Power button until you hear two beeps, then unplug all the cables from your PS4. Press and hold the Power button for 7 seconds, then reconnect the PS4 cables and turn it back on. If you see a brief white light upon startup, your problem is fixed.
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Is it okay to leave Wii U GamePad on charger?

The system can be left on the charging cradle while not in use to ensure that the system is fully charged. If you put the system on its charging cradle or plug in the AC Adapter directly to charge before the battery is completely spent, it will only count as a partial charging cycle.
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Why is my controller blinking and not working?

The batteries are low. Just plug in your controller to recharge its internal battery. Once it's charged, the blinking will stop.
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Why is my controller light just flashing?

A flashing white light on your PS4 controller usually indicates that the controller is trying to connect to the console. This can happen if the controller has been disconnected from the console or if you're using a new controller that hasn't been paired with the console.
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Why is my orange light blinking?

Orange light on the monitor

A solid or blinking orange light indicates the monitor or other display is not receiving a signal. For example, if your monitor has power but is not plugged into the computer, the indicator LED is orange. A monitor's orange light may appear next to or on the monitor power button.
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How long does it take a Wii U GamePad to charge?

It takes approximately 2.5 hours to fully charge the Wii U GamePad. Charging time will vary depending on how the system is being used and how much charge is left in the battery.
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What can charge Wii U GamePad?

The input of the Nintendo Gamepad is rated '4.75V 1.6A'. It is perfectly safe to power it from a standard 5V USB port using this cable. The actual charging current I measured (using the DROK Dual-USB Gauge ) is under 0.8A. That means any USB charger rated for 1A or more will do the job.
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How do I check my GamePad battery?

You can check the battery level of your controller anytime. The battery indicator is in the upper-right corner of any screen on your Xbox console. If you don't see the battery indicator, go to Profile & system > Settings > Devices & connections > Accessories, and then select the controller you're using.
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Will Nintendo repair my Wii U GamePad?

For physical and liquid damage to the Wii U or Wii U GamePad

Please note that these issues are not covered by warranty: 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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What is the little battery in Wii U for?

This battery is used to keep track of time when the device is off or unplugged.
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What to do if your Wii U GamePad won't charge?

Unplug the Wii U GamePad AC adapter from the Wii U GamePad and wall outlet. Wait at least 90 seconds. It takes this long for the AC adapter to reset, so it is extremely important that you wait the full 90 seconds. Plug the AC adapter back into the Wii U GamePad and wall outlet.
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Can you sell a Wii U without GamePad?

While you CAN sell your Wii U without the Gamepad, this would not be in the best interest for the buyer unless they already have a Gamepad lying around.
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