How to Flash Nintendo Wii

With more than 50 million units sold as of 2009, the Nintendo Wii is one of the best-selling home gaming consoles of all time. Like all consoles with online capabilities, the manufacturer, Nintendo, periodically releases software updates for the operating system. These updates generally add security features and other features such as additional channels or games, as well as program updates. These system updates must be flashed to the firmware of the console in order to work.

Things You'll Need

• Nintendo Wii
• Wii Nunchuk (controller)
• Internet connection

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Turn on the Wii and ensure it is connected to the Internet.

   • 2

     Move the Wii cursor to the bottom left-hand corner of the screen and click the Wii button. (A Button)

   • 3

     Click the Wii settings icon (looks like a wrench). (A Button)

   • 4

     On the bottom right will be a flashing blue arrow. Click it twice to reach System Settings 3 (page 3). (A Button)

   • 5

     Select "Wii System Update." (A Button)

   • 6

     Select "Yes" to continue. (A Button)