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How to Connect a Linksys Adapter to a Nintendo Wii

The Nintendo Wii is a seventh-generation video game console that was released in November of 2006. The system is notable for its usage of motion-sensitive controllers. It also features out-of-the-box connectivity with a variety of networking solutions, including many Linksys products. The Nintendo Wii's Wi-Fi capability makes it easy and inexpensive to connect the console to wireless networks.

Things You'll Need

Router
Nintendo Wii
Nintendo Wii LAN adapter
Linksys wireless gaming adapter
Internet access

Instructions

- 1
  Establish a network using any router. The speed and brand isn't important, although N-Band Linksys routers are ideal for use with the gaming adapter. To connect a router, plug it in as a bridge between your Internet source and computer, then install the drivers onto your computer.
- 2
  Plug a Nintendo Wii LAN adapter into one of the Wii's USB ports. The LAN adapter is required to connect the Wii to a wired Internet source.
- 3
  Connect the Linksys gaming adapter to the Wii LAN adapter using an Ethernet cable. No drivers or other installation is required.
- 4
  Connect the Wii console to an online network in the system settings to play online. On the system start-up menu, navigate to the "Wii Menu" and select "Settings." Choose "Internet Connection" and connect to the Linksys gaming adapter.
- 5
  Play with other consoles in the same house by connecting a gaming adapter to each one. The consoles will now be able to communicate with each other in games that support a LAN connection.

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