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How to Configure a WRT160N for a Nintendo Wii

One feature of the Nintendo Wii video game console is the ability to connect to the Internet and download games, watch videos and play games with other players. Unlike other consoles, the Nintendo Wii can only connect to the Internet via the system's built-in wireless Wi-Fi adapter. In order to use this wireless connection with a wireless router, such as the Linksys WRT160N, the player must configure the router to work with the Nintendo Wii.

Things You'll Need

Broadband Internet connection

Instructions

- 1
  Log in to your Linksys WRT160N wireless router. You can do so by connecting to the router using your computer, opening Internet browser, and typing "192.168.1.1" (without quotes) into the address bar. If you have previously set a password or user name, you will need to enter that information when prompted.
- 2
  Click on the "Basic Wireless Settings" tab and then select the "Wireless" option. Select the "Channel" option and set the "Channel" to either "1" or "11."
- 3
  In the Wireless menu, select the "Network Mode" option. Change the "Mixed" setting to "Mixed-BG." You should now be able to connect your Nintendo Wii to your Linksys WRT160N wireless router.

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