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  • How to Speed Up the Loading Time of a Wii Game

    When you're in the mood to play a game, nothing should get in the way. True gamers don't have the time or patience to wait for a game to load. The gaming experience is best presented as a get in, get going, and get done siutation. There are a few basic tricks to help along the load time with Wii games.

  • How to Clean the Wii Console

    Dust is the enemy of every game console that uses optical media. Dust will get into every nook and crevice, especially the sensitive lens devices that read games and movies. Electronics can't be cleaned with normal methods. Special care must be taken with your expensive electronics to clean the dust off and out of your devices. You must take special care of the Nintendo Wii, because of its sensitive graphics-processing hardware.

  • How to Remove the Battery From a Wii System

    Electronics have certain data that needs to be stored, even when the power has been turned off. Devices that use these types of batteries, which can last for up to 10 years, include computers and most major gaming consoles including the Nintendo Wii. The internal battery of the Wii is responsible for keeping the date and time current when it is unplugged from a power outlet. Occasionally these batteries can fail and need to be replaced.

  • Nintendo Wii Cleaning Issues

    The Nintendo Wii will collect dust and other residue that might impact its performance. Most maintenance for the machine and its peripherals can be done with normal household cleaning objects. The only exception is the Wii lens, which requires a special product to clean it.

  • How to Open a Wii for Cleaning

    The "Wii" has fewer technical problems than the XBox, but you may still occasionally need to open the console up for cleaning. While you should send a console back to Nintendo for repairs if it is still under warranty, you can still follow a few simple steps and check out the inside of the machine.

  • How to Clean the Wii Game Box

    Ideally, a Wii game box should be kept in a sheltered, dry spot where it is safe from dust and debris. When stored correctly, the surface should only need minimal dusting and cleaning. The disc slot also gathers dust and debris. If you begin to receive disc read errors, clean the inside of the slot with the Wii's lens cleaning kit. That is the only cleaning kit approved for use on Nintendo products.

  • How to Clean a Wii DVD

    DVD discs can be a very fragile thing. Especially with games, which are often swapped in and out of the disc drive and handled with dirty fingers, discs can get dirty. Thumb prints, smudges, dirt, and dust may interfere with the discs playback ability. Before you throw the game out and buy a new one, try cleaning the surface to get it back into working condition.

  • How to Clean a Wii Drive

    The Nintendo Wii includes 512 MB of internal memory that can be used to store game data, downloaded content and photos. The Wii System Menu allows you to manage all of the saved data on the Wii, including any SD card that may be in the system. The Wii makes it easy to delete all of the information stored on the console. After the process is complete, it will return to its factory settings.

  • The Best Ways to Clean a Wii CD

    Nintendo Wii CDs can build up oils and grime from fingerprints that cause skipping and other issues with game play. Normal wear and tear of a Wii CD can also scratch the bottom reflective surface of the disc, which may also cause skipping or an unplayable game. Cleaning a dirty Wii CD can help to restore the disc and improve game play.

  • How to Clean Nintendo Wii

    Nintendo revolutionized the gaming world in November 2006 when it released the Wii platform. The Wii is characterized by new controller which allows gamers to interface on a more physical level with the games they play. Instead of sitting idly by while mashing buttons, many Wii games require users to stand, imitate the action on the screen and otherwise become more active during game play. While the Wii is mainly about fun, the console itself is still a precision piece of electronics. Care must be taken when cleaning the Wii.

  • How to Clean a Wii

    The Nintendo Wii video game system, with its all-white exterior, is more prone to showing dirtiness than its darker competitors. This can not only be aesthetically displeasing, but it can also potentially affect the system's performance if too much dirt builds up on the machine. For example, buildup of dust in the system's fan vents can cause the Wii to overheat. However, there are simple ways to upkeep the system's exterior to help ensure optimal performance.


  • How to Clean the Wii System

    The Wii is a popular gaming system produced by Nintendo. Continual use, dust and cigarette smoke can build up in the Wii system and cause it to operate poorly. In 2009, Nintendo released a cleaning kit. Regular maintenance with a cleaning kit, including washing off the exterior of the system and the remotes will keep it in top condition.

  • How to Clean the Wii Lens

    The Nintendo WIi is a seventh-generation home video game console released worldwide in 2006. Since release, the system has achieved mainstream success thanks to its unique motion-sensitive controller and library of games. The exposed disc slot of the system, however, has a tendency to collect dust that can build over time and render some discs unreadable. Nintendo offers a Wii Lens Cleaning kit to restore the inside of the system to like-new condition.

  • How to Clean a Wii CD

    Wii CDs can become dirty if games are mistreated or handled carelessly before and after being played. It's a good idea to explain to players the proper way of handling them to avoid dirt, or even worse, scratches. Eating and drinking while handling the CD is not a good idea. Accidents happen; however, some can be avoided if the Wii CD is carefully placed back in the video game case when not in use. If the CD manages to get dirty in spite of careful handling, you can easily clean it in just a few steps.

  • How to Clean a Wii Game

    The Nintendo Wii is one of the hottest game systems around. Not only did it break the mold with it's new style controller that allows the player to actually punch and swing during game play, but the graphics are insane. But like any game system, proper care is required to keep the Wii running smoothly. Here are some tips on how to clean a Nintendo Wii game!

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