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How to Repair a Scratched Wii Disk

A scratched Wii disk can be frustrating. Before you throw the disk out and spend money on a new disk, you can try some home remedies. It is important to remember to never rub the disk in a circular motion as it will damage the disk, instead rub from the middle of the disk where the hole is, straight out to the edge of the disk. Often times, dust and fingerprints may be the only thing causing your disk not to work.

Things You'll Need

Microfiber cloth
Rubbing alcohol
Cotton ball
Toothpaste with no added mouthwash, baking soda or gel added

Instructions

Microfiber Cloth
- 1
  Wipe the disk in an outward motion with a microfiber cloth to remove any dust.
- 2
  Run the disk under warm water, rubbing any spots with your thumb.
- 3
  Allow the disk to dry completely before testing it in your Wii.
Rubbing Alcohol
- 4
  Mix one tablespoon rubbing alcohol with one tablespoon water.
- 5
  Saturate a cotton ball in the mixture and apply it to the disk using a straight line from the hole in the middle to the edge.
- 6
  Allow the alcohol to dry completely before testing the disk in your Wii.
Toothpaste
- 7
  Dab a dime size glob of toothpaste onto the disk.
- 8
  With your thumb, rub the toothpaste in using a downward stroke from the center of the disk to the edge. Cover the entire disk and allow the toothpaste to dry.
- 9
  Rinse the disk off under warm water using your thumb to rub the toothpaste away. Allow the disk to dry completely before trying it in your Wii.

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