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How Do I Hook My Wii to the Internet Using a Westell DSL2 Router?

A Westell DSL2 router is a device that is used to connect other devices to a network. This network connect allows your devices, such as a Wii gaming console to connect to the Internet. Wii consoles are equipped with Wi-Fi and can detect and transmit signals to a wireless router. When you have a router that is not wireless, such as the Westell DSL 2 router, you will need to purchase the Wii LAN adapter and plug it into your Wii and your router to access the Internet.

Things You'll Need

Ethernet cable
Wii LAN adapter
Active broadband Internet connection (DSL or Cable)

Instructions

- 1
  Insert the Ethernet cable plug into your Westell DSL2 router. Unplug your Westell router. Wait one minute and plug it back in to reset it.
- 2
  Turn the Wii console off. Insert the Wii LAN adapter plug into the USB port on the back of the Wii console.
- 3
  Insert the other end of the Ethernet cord that is connected to your router to the Ethernet port on the Wii LAN adapter.
- 4
  Turn on the Wii console. Click "Continue" and follow the instructions on the screen to configure your Internet connection settings and finish connecting your Wii to the Westell DSL2 Router.

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