Just because the Nintendo Wii is such a fantastically cool gaming console that doesn't mean that it hasn't had its far share of problems too. In this article you are going to learn some of the most basic steps of Nintendo Wii repair so that you can get back to playing your favorite games again. Fixing Wii errors is not actually that difficult with the right advice and a little bit of effort.
Here is a list of the most common errors on the Wii, as well as a guide to fixing these Wii errors. This is a good overview of basic Nintendo Wii repair steps that you can follow to ensure that your console works again like brand new.
1) Wiimote/Wii controller does not work - As suggested, your Wiimote/controller does not work; you cannot select anything and the controller does not respond. This does not just apply to the standard Wiimote however- difficulties with the Wii Nunchuck, Rock Band guitar etc are included. The first step in fixing Wii errors like this is to ensure that you have fresh batteries in the controller. Secondly, you need to ensure that there is nothing blocking the signal between the sensor bar and the controller itself.
2) Game discs don't work/Freezing and crashing during gaming - This is quite a broad error but basically involves any situation where a game disc is rejected, your game freezes or crashes, or anything along those lines. Nintendo Wii repair for this type of error involves firstly cleaning and inspecting the game disc for finger marks, dirt and scratches (note that excessive levels of scratching may mean that the disc is permanently damaged) You should clean it with lukewarm water with a small amount of mild detergent.
3) Console won't start/console system errors - This type of error which either involves your Wii not starting at all, or a strange error message (usually a number) displayed on screen is generally caused by problems in the hardware of your console. The first step you should try when fixing this Wii error is to disconnect and reconnect your console's power supply. If this does not work then there is a high chance your Wii has experienced a general hardware failure. Repairing this Nintendo Wii error is much more in-depth process, but it can still be done at home.
If these steps do not work, or your Wii has a different error from those listed above, click the link to learn about a Nintendo Wii repair guide that will show you step-by-step how fix your Wii, regardless of what error has affected your console. It is extremely easy-to-use, and has helped thousands of gamers in fixing Wii errors on their consoles, quickly, easily and cheaply. Regardless of what is wrong with your Wii, you can use this guide to repair the problem.
Samuel "Jon" Johnson is an avid gamer who also enjoys writing. Therefore, when his Wii stopped working, he decided that helping others to fix their consoles would be a great thing to do.