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  1. Wii U System Menu Update History

     Update history Ver. 5.5.6 U (August 29th, 2022) Ver. 5.5.5 U (March 1st, 2021) Ver. 5.5.3 U (September 3rd, 2018) Ver. 5.5.2 U (July 17th, 2017) Ver. 5.5.1 U (January 11th, 2016) Ver. 5.5.0 U (August... KA ID: 1436 Meta-Answer ID: 1435

  2. Wii U to Wii U System Transfer FAQ and Overview

     Updated The Wii U to Wii U system transfer feature , implemented with the system update released July 21st, 2014, allows you to transfer content from one Wii U to another Wii U. Content from the source... KA ID: 8983 Meta-Answer ID: 8982

  3. How to Perform a System Update on Wii U

     In this article, you'll learn how to perform a system update Note In most situations, system updates on the Wii U will download and install automatically. Systems with menu version 5.0.0-U and higher will also install the system update while the Wii U is in... KA ID: 1136 Meta-Answer ID: 1135

  4. How to Set up Parental Controls for Data Management

     In this article, you'll learn how to set up parental controls for data management. Complete these steps From the Wii U Menu, select Parental Controls. If prompted, tap Next and enter the four-digit PIN. If the PIN has been forgotten, it will need to be reset. Select Parental... KA ID: 1675 Meta-Answer ID: 1674

  5. How to Connect a Wii U Console to the Internet

     In this article, you'll learn how to connect the Wii U to a home network. Complete these steps From the Wii U Menu, select System Settings. Using the Left Stick, select the Internet icon and press the A Button. Select Connect to the Internet. The Wii U will search for... KA ID: 1126 Meta-Answer ID: 1125

  6. How to Delete All Content & Settings (Format)

     In this article, you'll learn how to format the system memory and delete all settings. Note You may want to read our information about what will be lost when you delete all content and settings. If you would only like to delete certain data, see How to Delete Wii U Console Data... KA ID: 1723 Meta-Answer ID: 1722

  7. Wii U System Update History

     The information in this article can help you when you need to know more about recent system and feature updates. Important After the Wii U system is updated, any existing or future unauthorized technical modification of the hardware or software of your Wii U system, or the use of an unauthorized device in... KA ID: 3070 Meta-Answer ID: 3069

  8. How to Transfer Content Between Two Wii U Consoles

     In this article, you'll learn how to transfer content from one Wii U to a second Wii U. Note If you have questions about the Wii U to Wii U system transfer process, you may find our FAQ and Overview page helpful. After completing these steps, you must wait 7 days prior to transferring... KA ID: 9159 Meta-Answer ID: 9158

  9. Standby Functions Overview

     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... KA ID: 1336 Meta-Answer ID: 1335

  10. How to Configure the TV Connection Type

     In this article, you'll learn how to configure the TV connection type. What to do What type of cable are you using to connect your Wii U to your television? HDMI Cable Wii AV Cable Wii Component Video Cable From the Wii U Menu, select "System Settings." Using... KA ID: 1118 Meta-Answer ID: 1117
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