What External Storage Devices Can Be Used With Wii U?

Applies to:  Wii U Deluxe, Wii U Basic

Note
  • We do not guarantee the performance of the devices listed below.
  • Specifications of these devices are subject to change, and there is a possibility that these devices may not function properly with the Wii U system due to a specification change.
  • Please contact the manufacturer of the USB hard disc drive if there are technical issues or problems with your USB hard disc drive.
  • Our complete FAQ on using external storage with the Wii U may also be helpful.

To ensure maximum performance between your Wii U and an external storage device, we recommend using a hard-disc drive (HDD) with a dedicated power source (i.e., using an A/C adapter). Due to the wide range of external storage devices, usability and performance will vary.

Nintendo cannot guarantee the availability of all models. Please visit the websites listed below for information on each manufacture's latest models.

We have found that the following external storage devices work with the Wii U system. These device(s) have been subjected to basic performance tests, and we will expand the list below as more devices are confirmed to work with Wii U.

Buffalo
  • TB: HD-LB1.0TU3-US
  • TB: HD-LB2.0TU3-US
  • TB: HD-LC2.0U3

http://www.buffalotech.com/products/desktop-hard-drives/drivestation/drivestation-1

Be sure to keep your drive up to date with the latest firmware (http://www.buffalotech.com/support_and_downloads/downloads). When updating the drive's firmware, do not select to format the device if prompted by your PC as this will delete your data. You will be able to update the firmware without formatting the device.

Seagate
Toshiba
  • TB: HDWC110XK3J1
  • TB: HDWC120XK3J1

http://us.toshiba.com/computers/storage/desktop/canvio-desk

Western Digital (WD)

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