Setup

Wii LAN Adapter

If you do not have a wireless router, but do have a wired connection (such as a wired router), you can connect the Wii console to the Internet using the Wii LAN Adapter. This device connects to the Wii console's USB port. Once connected, you can connect this device to a wired Access Point (such as a broadband modem or wired router) with an Ethernet cable. The Wii LAN Adapter (sold separately) may be ordered from Nintendo Australia by calling Nintendo Customer Service on (03) 9730 9822 between 9:00am and 5:00pm Monday to Friday (EST).

Installing the Wii LAN Adapter

1. First make sure you have an Ethernet cable connected directly from your broadband modem or wired router. If you are using your modem, you will need to temporarily unplug the cable going to your computer when you wish to connect your Wii console online. Plese note that you cannot connect the Wii LAN Adapter directly to a computer, in most cases.
2. With the power turned off on the Wii console, insert the Wii LAN Adapter into the USB port on the back of the Wii console.
3. Connect an ethernet cord from your wired modem or broadband router to the ethernet port on the Wii LAN Adapter.
4. Turn on the Wii console and follow the steps below to configure the internet connection settings.

Configuring the Internet Connection for the Wii LAN Adapter

1. On the Wii console's main menu, click on the 'Wii button' in the
   lower left corner.

2. This will take you to the settings screen. On this screen, click on
   'Wii Settings'.

3. In the 'Wii System Settings', click on the blue arrow on the right to reach the second screen of options. On this screen, click the 'Internet' button.

4. Select 'Connection Settings'.

5. Select an empty connection, indicated by 'None', as shown:

6. Select 'Wired Connection'.

7. Click OK on the next screen. At this point your console will attempt to make a connection with your wired router.

8. The following set of screens require you to input settings from your PC or router to establish a connection. The screens can be accessed by clicking the blue arrows on the sides of the screen:

If the test succeeds, you have completed Internet Setup and your Wii console is connected. For more information on other online features, see the Wii Operations Manual Channels and Settings.

If the test fails, please click here for troubleshooting information.