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Why won't my Wii let me click anything?

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Wii Remote
The Wii Remote, also known colloquially as the Wiimote, is the primary game controller for Nintendo's Wii home video game console.
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(stickers, heavy smudges, Wii Remote Jacket is askew, etc.) Ensure the Wii Remote is being used between 3 and 10 feet directly in front of the TV. Reset the Wii Remote. Remove the batteries from the Wii Remote.
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Why can't I click on anything on my Wii?

Check the cord on the Sensor Bar for any frayed wires or kinks, and verify that the Sensor Bar is free of obstructions. Check the button functionality, and that the Sensor Bar is operating correctly, by accessing the Wii Main Menu. Use the "+" and "-" buttons to scroll side-to-side through the Wii Channel screens.
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Why are the buttons on my Wii controller not working?

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. For example, the B Button might be held down on the bottom of the Wii Remote, the Wii Remote Jacket may be misaligned and pressing buttons down, etc.
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How do I know if my Wii sensor is broken?

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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Why wont my Wii let me select a language?

Check to be sure the Wii Remote is synced to the console, by using the Power button on the Wii Remote to turn the console on. (The Power button is the small white button with the red symbol in the top-left corner of the Wii Remote.) If this doesn't work, try to sync the Wii Remote.
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How do you reset Wii controls?

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

You put 2-3 drops of the supplied cleaning fluid on the pad, then insert the paddle into the Wii's disc slot. You wiggle the handle 10-20 times to clean the lens. Press the Eject button to remove the paddle, and you're done.
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Can Wii Remotes just stop working?

If after removing the batteries for several minutes, and resyncing the Wii Remote, you're still unable to get the Wii Remotes to work, try syncing another Wii Remote if available. If multiple Wii Remotes do not work, or you only have one Wii Remote, a repair of the Wii console is necessary.
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How do you clean Wii Remote buttons?

Remove the batteries from the Wii Remote. Slightly moisten the bristles of the toothbrush, don't get them dripping wet, in warm water. Scrub the area around the buttons, working the bristles around the sides of the buttons carefully. After cleaning the buttons, dry off the Wii Remote with a paper towel.
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Should I clean my Wii?

Nintendo does not have a recommended cleaning method. The system will need to be repaired or replaced if these are not working properly.
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Where is the Wii sensor?

For below the TV Screen

Insert the Sensor Bar plug into the Sensor Bar connector on the back of the Wii console. Remove the protective film from the foam pads on the bottom of the Sensor Bar.
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Is it better to have the Wii sensor bar above or below TV?

Reception may be improved by mounting the Sensor Bar to the top of the TV with the Sensor Bar Stand. Click here for more information. Important Note: If you have not already done so, be sure to set the Sensor Bar option in the Wii console's System Setting to "Below TV." This will help ensure an optimal experience .
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Can I hard reset a Wii?

Press and hold the POWER Button down until the system resets; this may take some time. Once the system is powered down, press the POWER Button once to turn it back on.
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What can I do with an old Wii?

12 Awesome Things You Can Do With an Old Wii
  • Install independent homebrew community games.
  • Develop your own indie projects.
  • Turn your Wii into a media center.
  • Play DVDs on the Wii.
  • Install Linux and use the Wii as a PC.
  • Host Minecraft network games.
  • Remotely control your PC over VNC.
  • Use the Wii as an alarm clock.
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Can you jailbreak a Wii?

You can turn your old Wii into a total Nintendo entertainment center by jailbreaking it. The form we'll cover in this tutorial is called a SoftMod, and it will only take a few minutes to completely crack open the Wii and give you complete control over the console. To get started, you'll need just a few things.
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What is the old Wii called?

The console was known by the code name “Revolution” until April 27, 2006, immediately before E3. Nintendo's spelling of “Wii” (with two lower-case “i” characters) is intended to resemble two people standing side-by-side (representing players gathering together) and to represent the Wii Remote and Nunchuk.
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How long do Wii remotes last?

A fresh set of alkaline batteries should last, depending on amount and type of use, up to 30 hours. This can vary greatly based on certain factors such as Wii Remote Speaker Volume, Rumble, battery quality and age, and the type of game being played.
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What is the red button inside Wii Remote?

The SYNC Button is a darker shade of red than the console. Remove the battery cover on the back of the Wii Remote to be synced. Some models of the Wii Remote include a hole in the battery cover and a tool on the wrist strap to push the SYNC Button with.
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What is Z button on Wii Remote?

There is no Z button on the Wii Remote. On the GameCube, Wii U Pro and Classic controllers, the purpose of the Z button is to grab opponents, and holding it past the grab will shield the character. In Super Smash Bros. Melee, it's also used for grabbing items in midair.
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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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