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How to Use a Nintendo Wi-Fi Connector

The Nintendo Wi-Fi connector is a small USB dongle that allows you to connect your Nintendo DS or Wii to Internet. If your home network does not support wireless connectivity, use of the Nintendo Wi-Fi connector will allow you to create a custom wireless network tailored to Nintendo machines. Once connected to Nintendo Wi-Fi, gamers can meet up and play cooperatively or competitively in various online-enabled games.

Things You'll Need

Windows XP or Vista PC with Internet access
Nintendo Wii or Nintendo DS with Wi-Fi compatible game cartridge

Instructions

- 1
  Download the latest version of the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connector software to your desktop, then double-click to unzip.
- 2
  Open the unzipped folder and double-click the sub-folder "NintendoWFCReg." Double-click the file "Setup.exe." (If you are using Windows Vista, right-click the file and select "Run as Administrator.")
- 3
  Connect the Nintendo Wi-Fi to your computer's USB port when prompted, then click "OK" to finish installation.
- 4
  Turn on your Nintendo Wii or DS and access the "Nintendo Wi-Fi" menu. On the Wii, this menu is accessed by clicking the "Wii" icon in the lower-left corner of the main menu, then clicking "Wii Settings," then "Internet," then finally "Connection Settings." On the DS, access the "Nintendo Wi-Fi" menu by booting a Nintendo Wi-Fi compatible game cartridge and selecting "Online" or "Nintendo Wi-Fi" from the game's main menu, then choosing "Nintendo Wi-Fi Settings."
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  Select "Connection 1," then "Wireless Connection." Choose "Nintendo Wi-Fi USB Connector."
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  Wait for the console to confirm your connection, then click "OK" to finish setting up your wireless connection. You now can play online by selecting "Online" or "Nintendo Wi-Fi" from the main menu of any Nintendo Wi-Fi compatible game.

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