Standby Functions Overview
Wii U
Note: This feature was first introduced with the system update released on April 25th, 2013.
The Wii U will enter a standby mode when Standby Functions are enabled in System Settings and the Wii U is powered off.
While in standby mode, the Wii U will:
- Continue to download items currently downloading in Download Management, including content purchased from the Nintendo eShop, system updates, software updates, and add-on content
- Regularly connect to the Internet to check for available SpotPass data or software and system updates
- Install completed downloads, including system updates if you have installed system menu version 5.0.0 U (released on June 2nd, 2014)
The Wii U console will display an orange LED and power on any connected USB storage devices while performing these functions.
The standby functions will also work when the Wii U is in Wii Mode.
