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Why is the Wii U button 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.
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What does yellow mean on the Wii U?

it's in standby mode: your wii u is off - but would receive system and software updates.
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Why is my Wii U power button 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 I fix my Wii U buttons?

Recalibrate the L Stick and R Stick on the Wii U GamePad to a neutral position. Make sure there aren't any other buttons being pressed at the same time. Reset the Wii U GamePad by holding down the POWER button for 5 or more seconds, and then pressing it once to turn the Wii U GamePad back on. Clean the buttons.
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How do I get my Wii U back to mode?

How to Switch Between Wii and Wii U Modes
  1. To return to the Wii U Menu from Wii Mode, from the Wii Mode HOME Menu, select Wii U Menu and then Start.
  2. The ability to boot the Wii U directly into the Wii Menu was added with the system update released April 25th, 2013.
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How do you unfreeze a Wii U?

Press the hold the power button until the Wii U GamePad powers off. If the AC adapter is plugged into the Wii U GamePad, unplug it. Wait 30 seconds. Power the Wii U GamePad back on and see if the issue has been resolved.
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Why does my Wii U fail?

Unfortunately, things didn't pan out the way Nintendo had planned. The Wii U didn't appeal to casual gamers the way the Wii did, and the console's limited options and lackluster technical capabilities alienated the hardcore gamers Nintendo aimed to attract.
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How do I fix my Nintendo button?

What to do
  1. Check if the non-responsive buttons feel sticky or stuck down.
  2. If any are sticky or stuck, power off the console and clean the area around the problematic buttons using a soft, dry toothbrush. Avoid using any cleaners or fluids.
  3. Ensure your console has the latest system update.
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Can Wii U be fixed?

At Asurion and uBreakiFix, our Nintendo Wii U repair experts can help get your device back up and running fast—without the headache—whether you need a disc drive replacement, controller repair, or help with other issues. Our experts are trained to fix Nintendo Wii U models using top-quality parts.
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How do you test Wii U buttons?

From the HOME Menu select System Settings, then scroll down the menu on the left-hand side and select Controllers and Sensors. Select Test Input Devices, then Test Controller Buttons. Press the button or control stick on the controller you wish to test.
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Why did my Nintendo turn orange?

If the system screen remains orange, blue, or any other solid color, the Nintendo Switch system will need to be repaired. For your convenience, Nintendo provides a quick and easy-to-use online repair process.
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How do I fix my Wii U not charging?

What to do
  1. Unplug the Wii U GamePad AC adapter from the Wii U GamePad and wall outlet.
  2. 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.
  3. Plug the AC adapter back into the Wii U GamePad and wall outlet.
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What is the orange screen of death switch?

The orange screen of death is only ever caused by a faulty Wi-Fi IC. The Nintendo Switch uses the Broadcom BCM4356XKUBG, which is a BGA IC and occasionally the BGA underneath the IC will become damaged, causing the Nintendo Switch to be unable to communicate with the IC.
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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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Is Wii U outdated?

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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Can I sell a broken Wii?

Can I sell my old Nintendo Wii even if it's broken? You can sell old game systems that are missing original accessories or essential cables. You can even sell used Nintendos that are physically damaged or account-blocked.
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Did Nintendo stop supporting Wii U?

Notice of End of Purchases in Nintendo eShop for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS - Update February 2023. As of 27 March 2023, it will no longer be possible to make purchases on Nintendo eShop for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS. It will also no longer be possible to download free content, including game demos.
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How long will Wii U be supported?

If someone visits Nintendo eShop and wants to download something on Wii U or the Nintendo 3DS family systems after March 27, 2023, what are they able to do? On both platforms, users are still able to: Redownload content they own. Download existing software updates.
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Why can't you type Z on Nintendo Switch?

Japanese users were asking themselves the real reason why Nintendo doesn't use the alphabets I, O, and Z in their download codes. After some discussion, they came to the conclusion that Nintendo didn't want users to mix I, O, and Z up with the numbers 1, 0, and 2.
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Does Nintendo fix Joycons for free?

The good news is that even if your Switch is not under warranty, because of the widespread nature of the Joy-Con drift problem, Nintendo provides free repairs. Unfortunately, this doesn't extend to Switch Lite. To set up a Joy-Con repair, fill out the form on Nintendo's website then send the affected controllers.
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Is Wii U better than Switch?

The Switch has greater portability than the Wii U, whose Game Pad needed to be in range of the console to play games on it. While this is true for the Switch, the buttons are smaller and closer together, which may not be the ideal setup for some hands.
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Is Wii U better than Wii?

The Wii U is basically an improved Wii. Nearly all Wii games are playable on the Wii U and in HD, no less, making it the best way to experience almost any Wii game you desire. Backward compatibility is something that Switch owners have never experienced.
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