How do I reset my Wii before selling it?

Complete these steps Select Save Data. Select Wii. Select the tab labeled Wii at the top of the screen to view the data stored on the Wii console. Select the desired data, and then select the Erase option.
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How do I wipe my Wii to sell it?

Format (Erase) Wii System Memory

Click on the left blue arrow twice to reach the Wii System Settings 3 menu options. Select "Format Wii System Memory." If Parental Controls are set, enter the PIN. If you are sure you want to erase the Wii console's system memory, select "Format."
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What will happen if I reset my Wii?

All software data, save data, user information, and other information saved to the console will be deleted. Data (such as software or save data) saved to USB storage media or SD Cards will no longer be usable. Deleting all content and settings will not revert the system software to a previous version.
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Does a Wii store personal information?

No personal information is stored on the console.
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Can you sell an old Wii?

Yes, you can! Selling your old Wii Games and consoles with musicMagpie is an easy way to make fast cash. There's no auctions or fees, so you can get your cash quickly and spend the money on whatever you like! Trade in consoles for cash today and recycle your unwanted tech.
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Can you transfer info from one Wii to another?

There is not a self-service option that will allow you to transfer digital content between two Wii consoles. There is a self-service process to transfer content from a Wii to a Wii U console. For assistance with transferring digital content between two Wii consoles, please contact us for support.
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What is the Wii Master Key?

Nintendo's parental controls reset tool will generate a master key to reset the Parental Control PIN on your system. A credit card is required to use this service and a $0.50 fee is to ensure it is used by an adult.
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Why is my Wii not reading discs?

Take a look at the disc

If you find a prominent scratch, you can try to fix it with a CD scratch repair kit. You can also try cleaning the Wii lens—the part that reads the disc inside the console—with a specialized Wii lens cleaning kit.
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Can you factory reset a bricked Wii?

This can be a sign of dying NAND, where factory reset could permanently brick it, so it won't even boot. If you are already at the point where your console is bricked, there is nothing you can currently do about it.
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What is error code 51330 on Wii?

This error code indicates the authentication process between the Wii and wireless router or access point failed. This is often caused by the router refusing a connection because an incorrect security key or security type has been entered into the Wii Internet settings.
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How do you update Wii?

From the Wii Menu, use the Wii Remote to select the Wii button. Select Wii Settings to access the Wii System Settings menu. Using the arrow on the right side of the screen, move over to the third page and select Wii System Update. Select Yes.
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Why does my Wii turn on but no picture?

Ensure the red, blue and green video cables are connected to the correct corresponding inputs on the TV. Try another set of inputs on the TV, or connecting the Wii console up to another TV.
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How to sell a used Wii?

Swappa is the safest and easiest way to sell your Nintendo Wii online and get paid fast. Swappa lets you buy and sell directly with other users, so sellers make more and buyers save more. Get paid as soon as your Nintendo Wii sells, without waiting for your money!
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Can you pawn a Wii system?

However, many people choose not to pay full price, and head to their local pawn shop to buy consoles. That means that if you have a video game console you don't use anymore, you can likely turn it into instant cash by selling it to a pawn shop.
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Why is my Wii not working on my TV?

Try using a different cable. Try a Wii AV Cable or a Wii Component Video Cable. You will need to ensure the TV is set to the correct input settings if you switch cables. It can take up to a minute for the Wii U console to detect that a Wii AV Cable/Wii Component Video Cable is connected.
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Can a Wii be repaired?

At Asurion and uBreakiFix, our Nintendo Wii experts can help get your device back up and running fast—without the runaround—whether you need a disc drive replacement, controller repair, or help with other issues. Our experts are trained to fix Nintendo Wii and Wii U models using top-quality parts.
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What is a bricked Wii?

Error 003, an example of a Wii brick. To brick a Wii is to damage the console in a way that it can no longer be used properly, usually beyond repair - as in 'A bricked Wii has all the electronic functionality of a brick'. To put it simply, fully bricked Wii consoles do absolutely nothing.
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How to play Wii without disc?

Playing a game from a USB drive requires you to install the Homebrew Channel on your Wii, which voids your Wii's warranty and violates Nintendo's terms of use. After you've installed all of the necessary items, you'll be able to burn a disc's contents onto your USB flash drive, making it playable without the disc.
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How do I find my Wii PIN code?

If you forget your PIN, it's possible to reset it by following these steps: Access the Wii System Settings from the Wii Menu. Click on the blue arrow to reach the Wii System Settings 2 menu options. Tap "I Forgot" on the PIN entry screen.
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How many people can use a Wii at once?

The Wii allows four controllers to be connected to it, total.
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Can 2 people play Wii at the same time?

In 2 PLAYER MODE, a Wii Remote for a second player can be connected in one of two ways. Option 1: Select a save game file and select the "2 PLAYERS" option from the menu screen that appears. When prompted by the on-screen message, press any button on a second synchronised Wii Remote.
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How do you get the Wii Transfer Tool?

Enter the Wii Shop Channel and download the Wii U Transfer Tool on the Wii console. You can download the tool to the system memory or an SD card; however, if you download it to the SD card you will need to launch it from the SD card menu.
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How much will a Wii sell for?

Wii prices start at $103 and cost $135 on average as of March 2024. Wii prices will continue to get cheaper over time.
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How much does an old Wii go for?

According to Price Charting, the blue original Nintendo Wii currently (as of 10/30/18) goes for $35.84 without the box it came in and $51.50 if the system is complete in the box.
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