As much fun as it is, the Nintendo Wii, arguably the best new generation console, does suffer from some errors. There are some common problems that occur with the Wiiremote, Internet connection, video display and powering up that affect quite a large proportion of consoles. In this article you will learn some of the best Wii troubleshooting tips that will help you to deal with the most common Wii errors. It really is possible to fix Wii problems yourself!
Before you can attempt to fix your Wii, you need to determine exactly what is wrong with your console. Here are some of the most common errors and a basic guide to Wii troubleshooting
* Wii Remote does not function properly - This happens at least once or twice on most consoles, but some are plagued by the problem. Firstly, try disconnecting and then reconnecting the sensor bar. Ensure that not large objects are in its way, and use new batteries in your Wii remote. If this does not work, then skip to the bottom of this article to learn more about Wii remote troubleshooting.
* Game discs not functioning properly - This is quite a broad error, but any freezes, lock-ups, disc "rejections" and other game disc errors can generally be fixed by taking a few basic steps. Firstly, ensure that you are inserting the disc the right way up. Secondly, clean your discs carefully, making sure not to scratch them, and remove any dirt or finger marks. You may also have to clean your Wii console's disc laser.
* No power/power up difficulties - (console shutting down after power up)- This can be one of the most worrying errors to experience on your console, it also makes Wii troubleshooting quite difficult. First of all, you should only use an approved, official power adapter made by Nintendo. Try disconnecting your AC adapter and then reconnecting it. If this does not work, then you will have to do a more extensive repair operation.
* Other errors - Your first step should be to restart your console, and remove all extra accessories such as controllers. Start adding the hardware to your Wii, one part at a time, to see if this will fix the error. If not, you will have to carry out a more in-depth repair.
Click here to learn about a Nintendo Wii troubleshooting guide that will show you step-by-step how to fix a Wii, regardless of what error has affected your console. It is extremely easy-to-use, and has helped thousands of gamers to fix 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.
