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How to Connect a Nintendo Wii to a Router

Out of the box, the Nintendo Wii can connect to the Internet by using its built-in wireless adapter. Unlike other game consoles, there is no Ethernet port on the Wii. However, using the "Wii LAN Adapter" (sold separately), Wii users can establish a wired connection with a router. For some, wired connections are more stable and can produce quicker download speeds and better game connections.

Things You'll Need

Wii LAN Adapter
Ethernet Cable

Instructions

- 1
  Connect one end of the Ethernet cable into an available Ethernet port on your router.
- 2
  Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the Wii LAN Adapter.
- 3
  Connect the USB end of the Wii LAN Adapter into the USB port on the back of the Nintendo Wii.
- 4
  Turn the Wii on. Wait for the Wii Channel Menu to load. Select the "Wii" button at the bottom left of the Wii Channel Menu.
- 5
  Select "Wii Settings." Choose the blue arrow on the right side of the screen to access the "Wii System Settings 2" menu screen. Select the "Internet" button.
- 6
  Select "Connection Settings." Select any connection that is labeled as "none," then "Wired Connection." Click "OK" to begin the connection test. Once the test is complete, you're finished.

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