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  1. How to Launch Wii U Software

     In this article, you'll learn how to launch Wii U software. Note: Any Wii Remote controllers or Wii U Pro Controllers you intend to use should be synchronized with the Wii U console before launching software. Complete these steps For disc based games and... KA ID: 1147 Meta-Answer ID: 1146

  2. How to View Your Nintendo Network ID From Your Friend List

     In this article, you'll learn how to view your Nintendo Network ID from your Friend List. Complete these steps Press the HOME Button to open the HOME Menu. There are some applications/screens where the HOME Menu cannot be accessed. From the HOME Menu, tap Friend List on the left. Your... KA ID: 1622 Meta-Answer ID: 1621

  3. How to Use the Wii U GamePad to Display Wii Mode

     In this article, you'll learn how to use the Wii U GamePad to display Wii Mode. Note If you are booting the console into Wii Mode, use of the Wii U GamePad will be turned on by default; however, the Wii U GamePad can be turned off. The Wii U GamePad touch screen cannot be used... KA ID: 1483 Meta-Answer ID: 1482

  4. How to Boot the Wii U Console into the Wii Menu

     In this article, you'll learn how to boot the Wii U into the Wii Menu. Note If you have previously booted into Wii Mode with a user account, you may not be prompted to sync a Wii Remote. Once these steps have been performed for a user account, you will be able to boot... KA ID: 1148 Meta-Answer ID: 1147

  5. Wii Menu Overview

     The Wii Menu allows you to play Wii game discs, WiiWare, and Virtual Console titles. You will need to use a Wii Remote (or Wii Remote Plus), which must first be synchronized , to navigate the menu... KA ID: 1271 Meta-Answer ID: 1270

  6. On-Screen Keyboard Overview

     Note: Keyboard features may differ slightly depending on the software or application being used. Where applicable, an on-screen keyboard on the Wii U GamePad can be used to enter text (passwords... KA ID: 1348 Meta-Answer ID: 1347

  7. Notifications Overview (Wii U)

     You can use Notifications to read messages sent from software titles or from Nintendo. Notifications will display up to 100 of the latest messages. The number of notifications displayed may be fewer... KA ID: 1345 Meta-Answer ID: 1344

  8. How to Update Software on Wii U

     In this article, you'll learn how to update games and applications. If connected online, the Wii U automatically checks for updates to your software. Any available updates will be downloaded and installed in the background. In the event software is started and an... KA ID: 1630 Meta-Answer ID: 1629

  9. How to Enable or Disable Automatic Software Downloads

     In this article, you'll learn how to enable or disable automatic software downloads. Note: You will automatically receive free software and demos from Nintendo when this feature is enabled. Complete these steps From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings. Using the Left Stick... KA ID: 1488 Meta-Answer ID: 1487

  10. Nintendo TVii End of Service FAQ

     After almost 3 years of finding, watching and engaging with Nintendo TVii, we will be ending the service on August 11, 2015. We are deeply thankful for all of the engagement and excitement our users... KA ID: 15017 Meta-Answer ID: 14939
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