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How to Sell a Nintendo Wii

Nintendo's Wii console has been popular since its release in 2006, frequently in short supply at retailers during the early years of its release. Although supply has generally caught up with demand, you may be able to sell a Nintendo Wii for a good price, providing you include original and add-on accessories and games. Prior to listing your Nintendo Wii in an ad or online, make sure that the console and all of its components work, wipe the data from the console, and clean and package the Wii.

Things You'll Need

Soft cloth
Simple Green or other mild cleaner
Compressed air cans
Original packaging

Instructions

- 1
  Connect the Wii. Test all of its features and its peripheral devices, such as nunchuks, remotes and other controllers. Test any games that you plan to sell with the Wii.
- 2
  Highlight "Wii Shop" on the Wii Menu. Press "A."
- 3
  Select "Settings." Press "A." Choose "Remove Wii Shop Channel Account," then press "A."
- 4
  Highlight "Wii Menu," and press "A."
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  Highlight the "Wii" button in the bottom-left corner of the Wii menu. Press the "A" button.
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  Highlight the "Wii Settings" button. Press "A."
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  Navigate to the third settings screen by pressing the left blue arrow twice.
- 8
  Select "Format Wii System Memory," and press "A."
- 9
  Select "Format," and Press "A." (Enter your PIN if you have enabled Parental Controls on the Wii.)
- 10
  Turn off the Wii. Disconnect all cables and controllers.
- 11
  Clean the Wii with a damp cloth and a mild cleaner. Use compressed air, as needed, to flush dust and debris from the console.
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  Replace the Wii and its accessories in its original packaging, if possible. Place all game manuals in the appropriate game boxes.
- 13
  Determine the lowest price you're willing to accept for your Wii and its accessories.
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  Place an ad for your Wii in a local newspaper or local advertising publication. Note that you may be unable to find a buyer at the price you want.
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  Post the Wii on an online site, such as Ebay, Craigslist or Amazon.com. Set a reserve on auction-type sites to make sure you receive your minimum purchase amount. Be clear about the condition of the Wii and which games and accessories you're including. Include several pictures and any special terms.

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