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How to Get the Wii to Work With the Internet

Your Internet connection lets your Nintendo Wii go online, opening another world of options. Use this ability to download games and content, play others and browse the Internet. Use the Wii remote as your mouse. An on-screen keyboard lets you type. Most websites work on the Wii's built-in Opera browser.

Things You'll Need

Router

Instructions

- 1
  Turn on your Wii. Click the "Wii Options" button, which is located in the bottom left corner of the main menu.
- 2
  Click "Wii Settings" and advance to the second page by pressing the "+" button.
- 3
  Select "Internet."
- 4
  Select "Connection Settings" and choose a connection.
- 5
  State whether you are using a wireless or wired connection. For a wired connection, you will need the Wii Lan Adapter, which is sold separately. If you have a wireless connection, there is no need to buy anything.
- 6
  Enter your passcode to access your secured wireless connection, if necessary. Click "Test Connection;" the Wii will attempt to establish a connection.
- 7
  Click "Save."

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