From 04dfa321568bf82c66ebedf8971e34d82896e0f3 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: grunt22fox <44271623+grunt22fox@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Mon, 2 Oct 2023 07:44:21 -0500
Subject: [PATCH] Big Changes
---
_pages/en_US/bluebomb.md | 5 +-
_pages/en_US/bootmiirecover.md | 3 +
_pages/en_US/bricks.md | 15 +-
_pages/en_US/cios-mini.md | 4 +-
_pages/en_US/cios.md | 101 ++-----
_pages/en_US/donations.md | 3 +
_pages/en_US/dosanddonts.md | 33 ---
_pages/en_US/dump-games.md | 117 ++++----
_pages/en_US/dump-wads.md | 21 +-
_pages/en_US/faq.md | 39 +--
_pages/en_US/flashhax.md | 2 +-
_pages/en_US/gcbackupmanager.md | 4 +-
_pages/en_US/gcsaves.md | 4 +-
_pages/en_US/hbb.md | 59 ----
_pages/en_US/hbc.md | 2 +-
_pages/en_US/home.md | 59 ++--
_pages/en_US/letterbomb.md | 2 +-
_pages/en_US/modmii.md | 4 +-
_pages/en_US/nintendont.md | 90 +++++--
_pages/en_US/osc.md | 60 ++++-
_pages/en_US/priiloader.md | 8 +-
_pages/en_US/recommended-homebrew.md | 56 ++++
_pages/en_US/recovery-mode.md | 6 +
_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-batteryfix.md | 15 --
_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dns-update.md | 32 ---
_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dolphin.md | 92 -------
_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-vwii.md | 138 ----------
_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-wiiu.txt | 5 -
_pages/en_US/riiconnect24.md | 27 +-
_pages/en_US/riivolution.md | 4 +-
_pages/en_US/rssmii.md | 2 +-
_pages/en_US/site-navigation.md | 132 +++++----
_pages/en_US/str2hax.md | 24 +-
_pages/en_US/syscheck.md | 3 +
_pages/en_US/themes-vwii.md | 3 +
_pages/en_US/themes.md | 55 +++-
_pages/en_US/update.md | 3 +
_pages/en_US/usb-loaders.md | 158 +++++++++++
_pages/en_US/usbloadergx.md | 90 -------
_pages/en_US/wiibackupmanager.md | 5 +-
_pages/en_US/wiiconnect24.md | 12 +-
_pages/en_US/wiiflow.md | 88 ------
_pages/en_US/wiigsc.md | 7 +-
_pages/en_US/wiilink-demae-dominos.md | 107 --------
_pages/en_US/wiilink.md | 77 ------
_pages/en_US/wiimmfi.md | 253 +++++++-----------
_pages/en_US/wiiwarepatcher.md | 37 ---
_pages/en_US/wilbrand.md | 2 +-
_pages/en_US/yawmme.md | 3 +
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images/osc/exe-download-OSCDL.png | Bin 0 -> 5407 bytes
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images/osc/zip-download-HBB.png | Bin 0 -> 17574 bytes
.../NUSD-vWii_preview-database.png | Bin
.../NUSD-vWii_sysmenu-versions.png | Bin
.../ThemeMii-Mod-Preview_vWii.png | Bin
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images/usb-loaders/nintendont-ui.png | Bin 0 -> 108838 bytes
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images/wiimmfi/dns-str2hax-wiimmfi.png | Bin 0 -> 147640 bytes
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delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/dosanddonts.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/hbb.md
create mode 100644 _pages/en_US/recommended-homebrew.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/riiconnect24-batteryfix.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dns-update.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dolphin.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/riiconnect24-vwii.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/riiconnect24-wiiu.txt
create mode 100644 _pages/en_US/usb-loaders.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/usbloadergx.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/wiiflow.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/wiilink-demae-dominos.md
delete mode 100644 _pages/en_US/wiilink.md
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create mode 100644 images/osc/app-download-OSCDL.png
create mode 100644 images/osc/exe-download-OSCDL.png
create mode 100644 images/osc/install-finished-OSCDL.png
create mode 100644 images/osc/zip-download-HBB.png
rename images/{Themes-vWii => themes}/NUSD-vWii_preview-database.png (100%)
rename images/{Themes-vWii => themes}/NUSD-vWii_sysmenu-versions.png (100%)
rename images/{Themes-vWii => themes}/ThemeMii-Mod-Preview_vWii.png (100%)
create mode 100644 images/themes/homebrew-channel-example-theme.png
create mode 100644 images/themes/homebrew-channel-extract-theme.png
create mode 100644 images/themes/homebrew-channel-load-theme.png
create mode 100644 images/themes/homebrew-channel-paste-zip.png
create mode 100644 images/themes/homebrew-channel-theme-done.png
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create mode 100644 images/usb-loaders/wiiflow-menu.png
create mode 100644 images/usb-loaders/wiiflow-ui.png
create mode 100644 images/wiimmfi/dns-str2hax-wiimmfi.png
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/bluebomb.md b/_pages/en_US/bluebomb.md
index e2fd7bbb5..0d5a9269b 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/bluebomb.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/bluebomb.md
@@ -15,6 +15,8 @@ BlueBomb is an exploit that takes advantage of a flaw in the Wii and Wii mini's
If you are using the original revision of the Wii, you should probably find [another exploit to use](get-started) as there are much easier ways to get to the HackMii installer. Exceptions however, exist in circumstances like brick recovery.
{: .notice--info}
+Make sure that the console is close to the computer running the exploit, ideally it should be less than 3 feet.
+{: .notice--info}
### Requirements
@@ -55,9 +57,6 @@ chmod +x bluebomb-helper.sh
1. Turn on your console and **do not** connect any Wii Remotes.
1. Press the Sync button repeatedly until the terminal shows `got connection handle`. This could take numerous attempts, so don't give up.
-Make sure that the console is close to the computer running the exploit, ideally it should be less than 3 feet.
-{: .notice--info}
-
The console should now boot to the HackMii installer. You can now shut down your Linux computer if you are not planning to use it later.
[If using a Wii, proceed to installing the Homebrew Channel and BootMii](hbc)
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/bootmiirecover.md b/_pages/en_US/bootmiirecover.md
index 5ebb7fdb6..11b60ba74 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/bootmiirecover.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/bootmiirecover.md
@@ -52,3 +52,6 @@ If you want to restore a game's save data, use Dolphin to import your NAND backu
If you were restoring a NAND backup in order to repair a brick and this did not fix your issue, please consult [the bricks portion](bricks) of this guide.
{: .notice--info}
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/bricks.md b/_pages/en_US/bricks.md
index 4fc1a0a92..1a427de6a 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/bricks.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/bricks.md
@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@ Preventing a brick involves many rules that range between common sense and fail-
+ **DO NOT FOLLOW OLD WII MODDING TUTORIALS, USE OLD HOMEBREW, OR USE OLD VIDEO GUIDES ON THE INTERNET UNLESS EXPLICITLY RECOMMENDED BY THE DEVELOPER**.
+ **DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, USE THE HOMEBREW APP `Pimp My Wii`. IT IS DANGEROUS, AND DOES THINGS THAT HAVE THE ABILITY TO BRICK YOUR WII!**
+ **DO NOT USE NAND BACKUPS FROM OTHER CONSOLES ON BOOTMII**.
-+ **DO NOT USE A NINTENDO WI-FI CONNECTION SERVICE UNLESS IT IS RCE PATCHED, SUCH AS `Wiimmfi`. DOING OTHERWISE COULD PLACE YOUR WII AT RISK OF BEING BRICKED!**
++ **DO NOT USE A NINTENDO WI-FI CONNECTION SERVICE UNLESS IT IS RCE PATCHED, SUCH AS [Wiimmfi](wiimmfi). DOING OTHERWISE COULD PLACE YOUR WII AT RISK OF BEING BRICKED!**
+ **ONLY INSTALL UPDATES FOR YOUR OWN REGION AND PLAY GAMES ONLY FROM YOUR OWN REGION**.
+ In most cases, playing a game from another region should simply cause the game to just not boot, unless you have sufficiently modified the console to do otherwise. With that said, extraordinary events have the potential to cause a brick, so the risk is better left untouched.
+ Installing updates from another region could have no effect at best, but result in a [Korean Kii/Error 003](bricks#korean-kiierror-003-brick) brick at worst. To prevent this from happening if you bought a pre-owned Wii, run [SysCheck](syscheck) to verify the original region of your console. If it is Korean, be EXTREMELY careful with making system updates to your console, and consider seeking support for help.
@@ -94,7 +94,7 @@ Attempt to start the Wii - warning/press A screen shows up, and when A is presse
Banner bricks occur if you install a WAD file that has an invalid Wii Menu banner or icon.
#### Solutions
-If you are somehow able to still access the Wii Menu, go into the Homebrew Channel and use [YAWMME](yawmme) or your current WAD manager to uninstall the corrupt channel.
+If you are somehow able to still access the Wii Menu, go into the Homebrew Channel and use [YAWM ModMii Edition](yawmme) or your current WAD manager to uninstall the corrupt channel.
If you cannot access the Wii Menu, and have [Priiloader](priiloader) installed, enter it by holding RESET while turning your Wii on. Select Homebrew Channel, then uninstall the corrupt channel.
@@ -110,7 +110,7 @@ Attempt to start the Wii - warning/press A screen shows up, and when A is presse
A theme brick occurs when a wrongly formatted theme is installed.
#### Solutions
-To resolve this issue, open HBC through Priiloader or BootMii as boot2 and access MyMenuifyMod to install a default theme such as the base Wii Menu theme. Alternatively, go into [YAWMME](yawmme) and install the CORRECT default Wii Menu WAD for your region and version.
+To resolve this issue, open HBC through Priiloader or BootMii as boot2 and access MyMenuifyMod to install a default theme such as the base Wii Menu theme. Alternatively, go into [YAWM ModMii Edition](yawmme) and install the CORRECT default Wii Menu WAD for your region and version.
## Mail brick
@@ -118,12 +118,12 @@ To resolve this issue, open HBC through Priiloader or BootMii as boot2 and acces
Attempt to start the Wii - warning/press A screen shows up, and when A is pressed, the screen passes normally; however, beyond this point, nothing happens and the Wii remains on a black screen. Maintenence mode is still accessible.
#### Cause
-A mail brick occurs when a Wii has too much mail to handle, or when malformed mail is in the Wii Message Board, causing a crash upon booting through normal means. Because the Wii Message Board is always drawn below Wii channels, this causes the Wii Menu to fail as it is always open.
+A mail brick occurs when a Wii has too much mail to handle, or when malformed mail is in the Wii Message Board, causing a crash upon booting through normal means. Because the Wii Message Board is always drawn below Wii channels, this causes the Wii Menu to fail before fully loading.
#### Solution
By entering holding + and - on the warning screen, Maintenence mode can be entered, where the Wii Message Board is not loaded at all. If the Homebrew Channel is not installed and the system menu is at Wii menu version 2.0 or later, follow [str2hax](str2hax). Otherwise, see [Bluebomb](bluebomb).
-From here, the Homebrew Browser can be loaded and mail can be deleted by using WiiXplorer and navigating to `TO BE COMPLETED, INSERT INFORMATION ON HOW TO SOLVE MAIL BRICK`
+From here, the Homebrew Channel can be loaded and the brick can be fixed by deleting Wii Message Board data with [cdbackup](https://oscwii.org/library/app/cdbackup).
## Wii Menu/Opera brick
@@ -213,4 +213,7 @@ First, troubleshooting must be done to determine if hardware is at fault. In the
+ If on a Wii Mini, and if a normal IOS80 was installed, see [Wi-Fi brick](wi-fi-brick). If steps to resolve the Wi-Fi brick failed, proceed.
+ Attempt to boot into [Recovery Mode](recovery-mode) (normal Wiis only). If the Wii boots into Recovery Mode, see [Wi-Fi brick](wi-fi-brick). If steps to resolve the Wi-Fi brick failed, proceed.
+ Reseat the disc drive and attempt to boot normally. If still unsuccessful, replace the disc drive. If still unsuccessful, proceed.
-+ At this point, either there is a low level boot0/boot1 corruption, a NAND chip failure, or there is a wider unknown hardware failure. Consider consulting online help or buying another Wii.
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++ At this point, either there is a low level boot0/boot1 corruption, a NAND chip failure, or there is a wider unknown hardware failure. Consider consulting online help or buying another Wii.
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/cios-mini.md b/_pages/en_US/cios-mini.md
index d838194f6..f12e6079f 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/cios-mini.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/cios-mini.md
@@ -56,5 +56,5 @@ Do not attempt to install a Wii IOS or System Menu on the Wii mini. Doing so wil
You can now use homebrew such as [USB Loader GX](usbloadergx) and [WiiFlow](wiiflow).
{: .notice--info}
-[Return to site index](site-navigation)
-{: .notice--info}
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/cios.md b/_pages/en_US/cios.md
index 0fdc615a3..ef4ca91b2 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/cios.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/cios.md
@@ -4,15 +4,12 @@ title: "cIOS"
{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-This tutorial will tell you how to install cIOS (custom IOS). This is required if you want to load games with a USB Loader. Some homebrew might work better using cIOS.
+This guide will show you how to install cIOS (custom IOS). This enables the usage of USB Loader GX and WiiFlow. Some homebrew might also work better using cIOS.
-If you have a Wii U (vWii), follow [this guide](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/#/vwii-modding) to install cIOS instead. Attempting to install any other cIOS on vWii won't work.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-If you have a Wii mini, install [this cIOS](cios-mini) instead. Attempting to install any other cIOS on a Wii mini won't work.
-{: .notice--info}
+If you have a Wii mini, use [this](cios-mini) guide for cIOS instead. Attempting to install other cIOS on a Wii mini will not work.
+{: .notice--warning}
### Requirements
@@ -53,103 +50,43 @@ The WAD files should be on your SD card like this:
1. Download the d2x cIOS installer and extract the zip to the root of your SD card or USB drive.
1. Insert the SD card or USB drive into your Wii, and launch the d2x cIOS Installer from the Homebrew Channel
1. Press A to continue, then set the options to the following:
-
```
- Select cIOS: d2x-v11-beta1
+ Select cIOS
Select cIOS base: 38
Select cIOS slot: 248
- Select cIOS version: 65535
+ Select cIOS version <65535>
```
-
If `d2x-v11-beta1` isn't showing up, try select the cIOS base first, then check again. This can also happen if your SD card is locked.
{: .notice--info}
-
-
1. Once set, press A twice to install.
1. When done installing, press A to return, and set the options to the following:
-
```
- Select cIOS: d2x-v11-beta1
- Select cIOS base: 56
- Select cIOS slot: 249
- Select cIOS version: 65535
+ Select cIOS
+ Select cIOS base <56>
+ Select cIOS slot <249>
+ Select cIOS version <65535>
```
-
-
1. Once set, press A twice to install.
1. When done installing, press A to return, and set the options to the following:
-
```
- Select cIOS: d2x-v11-beta1
- Select cIOS base: 57
- Select cIOS slot: 250
- Select cIOS version: 65535
+ Select cIOS
+ Select cIOS base <57>
+ Select cIOS slot <250>
+ Select cIOS version <65535>
```
-
-
1. Once set, press A twice to install.
1. When done installing, press A to return, and set the options to the following:
-
```
- Select cIOS: d2x-v11-beta1
- Select cIOS base: 58
- Select cIOS slot: 251
- Select cIOS version: 65535
+ Select cIOS
+ Select cIOS base <58>
+ Select cIOS slot <251>
+ Select cIOS version <65535>
```
-
-
1. Once set, press A twice again to install, and then exit once done.
-### Troubleshooting
-
-{% capture bruh %}
-Although the majority of games should work straight away with the defaults, some may require using a specific cIOS to function, or to utilize certain features within the game.
-Examples include:
-
-+ Using a keyboard in Animal Crossing: City Folk.
-+ Running SpongeBob's Boating Bash.
-
-A more comprehensive (although still incomplete) list can be found [**here**](https://wiki.gbatemp.net/wiki/Wii_cIOS_base_Compatibility_List)
-To change the cIOS used for a specific game, follow these instructions:
-{% endcapture %}
-
-
{{ bruh | markdownify }}
-
-
-
-
-
-1. Select the game that isn't working.
-1. Click Settings.
-1. Select `Game Load`.
-1. Scroll down to `Game IOS`.
-1. Enter the IOS slot to use.
- + Try using 250 or 251, if 249 doesn't work.
-1. Press OK and try to load the game.
-
-
-1. Select the game that isn't working.
-1. Click the gear icon.
-1. Go to cIOS and use the arrows to select the IOS slot to use.
- + Try using 250 or 251, if 249 doesn't work.
-1. Press Save and try to load the game.
-
-
-### Options once complete
-
-[Continue to the Homebrew Browser](hbb)
-The Homebrew Browser is a good place to get homebrew on your Wii. This is optional to install.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-[Continue to site navigation](site-navigation)
-We have many other tutorials that you might like.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-You can now use homebrew such as [USB Loader GX](usbloadergx) and [WiiFlow](wiiflow).
-{: .notice--info}
-
-
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/donations.md b/_pages/en_US/donations.md
index a90d9603e..d0961e05a 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/donations.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/donations.md
@@ -11,3 +11,6 @@ title: "Donations"
[https://www.patreon.com/WiiLink24](https://www.patreon.com/WiiLink24)
{: .text-center}
{: .notice--info}
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/dosanddonts.md b/_pages/en_US/dosanddonts.md
deleted file mode 100644
index 67a4618ca..000000000
--- a/_pages/en_US/dosanddonts.md
+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,33 +0,0 @@
----
-title: "Dos and Don'ts of Wii Modding"
----
-
-{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-
-Here's a list of things you should and should not do once you've modded your Wii, to make sure you don't brick it.
-
-### List
-
-+ **DO** make sure you've installed [BootMii](bootmii) and [Priiloader](priiloader) to make sure you don't brick your Wii.
-+ **DO** make a backup of your Wii NAND regularly with [BootMii](bootmii), especially before doing something risky.
-+ **DO** install Wii Menu themes if you wish, but only use our tutorial for it carefully. ([Wii](themes) / [vWii](themes-vwii)). Other tutorials might be misleading and can cause you to brick your Wii.
-+ **DO NOT** install WADs of random IOS, older versions of the Wii Menu, etc. unless you know what you're doing, especially not on vWii or a Wii Mini.
-+ **DO NOT** use old versions of Wii homebrew. If you follow Wii modding tutorials from the Internet, be cautious about using old tutorials (likely pre-2012), especially if they have to do with things such as IOS.
-+ **DO NOT** modify, rename, or delete random files on your Wii NAND unless you know what you are doing.
-+ **DO NOT** use the homebrew app "KoreanKii" on a non-Korean Wii.
-+ **DO NOT** Install any IOS or Wii Menu on a Wii mini other than [d2xl cIOS](cios-mini). Doing so will brick your console if a Wi-Fi card is not soldered to it.
-+ **DO NOT** use any Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection replacement on your Wii except for [Wiimmfi](wiimmfi) unless you have an RCE patch code. Unfortunately, other replacement servers are vulnerable to an exploit that can brick your Wii if you use them. An RCE patch code will patch the exploit. [RiiConnect24](riiconnect24) and [WiiLink](wiilink) are safe to use as well.
-+ **DO NOT** restore NANDs from other Wiis to your console via BootMii.
-+ **DO NOT** use the homebrew app "Pimp my Wii". The tool is dangerous and does things that can make your Wii unstable. The features of Pimp my Wii are available on other safer apps.
-
-If you follow these guidelines, you won't have to worry about bricking your Wii. Wii modding is safe, and bricks usually occur due to something done by the user that is on this list.
-
-Continue to installing cIOS
-cIOS are used to play games with a USB Loader. It's also useful for many other homebrew apps.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-If using a regular Wii, follow [this guide](cios) to install cIOS.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-If using a Wii mini, follow [this guide](cios-mini) to install cIOS
-{: .notice--info}
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/dump-games.md b/_pages/en_US/dump-games.md
index fd6ffb140..be2dff48e 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/dump-games.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/dump-games.md
@@ -4,111 +4,86 @@ title: "Dumping Wii/GameCube games"
{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-Want to dump a GameCube or a Wii disk? There are two ways of doing so, depending on the tools you have available with you.
+This guide covers dumping GameCube or Wii game discs. You can either dump directly to an SD card or USB drive, or over the local network.
-
-
-
-
-
-### CleanRip
+### Dumping a Disc to SD/USB (CleanRip)
#### Requirements
-* An SD card or USB drive with at least 4.7 GB of free space (8.5 GB if dumping a dual layer disc).
-* [CleanRip](https://oscwii.org/library/app/cleanrip)
++ An SD card or USB drive with at least 4.7 GB of free space (8.5 GB if dumping a dual layer disc).
++ [CleanRip](https://oscwii.org/library/app/cleanrip)
#### Instructions
-##### Section I - Downloading/Installing
+If you are dumping one of the 13 games on [this list](https://wiki.dolphin-emu.org/index.php?title=Category:Dual_Layer_Disc_games), set `Dual Layer` in Step 6 to `Yes`.
+{: .notice--info}
1. Extract CleanRip and put it in the `apps` folder on your SD card or USB drive.
1. Insert your SD card into your Wii, and launch CleanRip from the Homebrew Channel.
-
-##### Section II - Ripping
-
-1. Select your device that you will be dumping the game to - your USB drive or SD card.
+1. Select your device that you will be dumping the game to - a USB device or SD card.
-1. On this screen, it asks you if you want to download a file with game checksums so you can verify the dump created is a 1:1 copy of the disc. It's your choice whether to say `Yes` or `No` to download this file.
+1. On this screen, CleanRip asks to download a file with game checksums to verify that the dump it creates is a 1:1 copy of the disc. It's recommended that you say `Yes` to this question, but it isn't required for a dump.
-1. Now insert the game you want to dump.
- 
- 
-1. Set it as shown on the screen below.
-
- If you are dumping one of the 13 games on [this list](https://wiki.dolphin-emu.org/index.php?title=Category:Dual_Layer_Disc_games), set `Dual Layer` to `Yes`.
- {: .notice--info}
-
+1. Insert the game disc you would like to dump.
+
+1. Set the settings as shown on the screen below, while verifying if your game disc is dual layer or not.
-
-1. CleanRip will now dump your game. It can take a while, since it will dump the full 4.7 GB disc contents (8.5 GB for dual layer discs).
+1. CleanRip will now dump your game. This process can take quite some time, since it will dump the full 4.7 GB disc contents (8.5 GB for dual layer discs).
-
+1. Proceed to [joining PART files](dump-games#joining-part-files-on-a-fat32-device).
-
-
-### Dumping a game over a local network
+### Dumping a Disc over LAN (Wii DVD Dumper)
#### Requirements
-* [DVD Dump Tool](/assets/files/DVDDumpTool.zip)
-
-Your Wii and your computer must be connected to one local network.
-{: .notice--warning}
++ A Windows/Mac OS/Linux PC with an internet connection
++ [DVD Dump Tool](/assets/files/DVDDumpTool.zip)
#### Instructions
-##### Section I - Downloading/Installing
+Download speeds will be slow due to limitations in the network hardware of the Wii, but it remains a valid solution if you are willing to be patient.
+{: .notice--info}
-1. Extract DVD Dump Tool and put it in the `apps` folder on your SD card or USB drive.
-1. Insert your SD card into your Wii, and launch DVD Dump Tool from the Homebrew Channel.
+Your Wii and your computer must be connected to the same local network.
+{: .notice--warning}
-##### Section II - Ripping
-
-1. Press the right on the D-pad and press A.
- 
-1. Choose the disc that you want to copy (The options are: `GameCube Disc`, `Wii Single-Layer Disc`, `Wii Dual-Layer Disc` and press "A"
+1. Extract DVD Dump Tool and put it in the `apps` folder of your SD card or USB device.
+1. Insert the device you downloaded the dump tool on into your Wii, and launch DVD Dump Tool from the Homebrew Channel.
+1. Press right on the D-pad and press A.
+1. Choose the disc that you want to copy (The options are: `GameCube Disc`, `Wii Single-Layer Disc`, `Wii Dual-Layer Disc`) and press "A"
-1. Now put your game to your Wii. (If it's already in your Wii, eject it and put it back.)
+1. Insert the game disc into your Wii. If it is already inserted, eject and reinsert the disc.
+1. Select the proper disc type.
-1. Remember your Wii URL (IP address)
+1. Press any button to begin the dumping process.
-1. On your computer's web browser, go to your address bar and enter the Wii URL.
+1. Remember or write down your Wii's URL (IP address). On your computer's web browser, go to your address bar and enter the Wii URL.
1. Click on `Click here to download XXXX.iso`.
- 
+1. Proceed to [joining PART files](dump-games#joining-part-files-on-a-fat32-device).
- The transfer speed is not the fastest, but if you can't use anything else, it's better than nothing.
- {: .notice--info}
+### Joining PART files on a FAT32 device
- 
-
-
-
-## Joining split files
-
-If you dumped the disc on a FAT32 formatted, device, you should've got at least 2 files that end with `.partX.iso`. They need to be joined up.
+If you dumped the disc (regardless if it was to a PC or Wii) on a FAT32 formatted device, you should have gotten at least two files that end with `.partX.iso`. They need to be joined.
{: .notice--info}
-## Windows
+#### Windows
-1. Copy all the files that share the same name and end with `.partX.iso` into an empty folder on your computer.
-1. Open the folder in File Explorer.
-1. While holding Shift, right click on an empty space within the folder.
-1. Select "Open PowerShell window here".
-1. In the new window that appears, type `cmd` and press enter.
-1. Finally, type `copy /b *.part?.iso game.iso` and press enter.
-1. Wait until it finishes. You can confirm this when "1 file(s) copied." appears.
+1. Copy the files that share the same name and end with `.partX.iso` into an empty folder on your computer.
+1. In this folder, click the address bar in Windows Explorer and copy its PATH.
+1. Open a PowerShell or Windows Terminal window.
+1. Run `cd [PATH]`.
+1. Type `copy /b *.part?.iso game.iso` and press enter.
+1. Wait until the merging process finishes. It should end with the terminal outputting `1 file(s) copied`.
-## macOS/Linux
+#### macOS/Linux
-1. Copy all the files that share the same name and end with `.partX.iso` in a folder on your computer.
-1. Open up a Terminal.
-1. Use the `cd ` command and replace `` by the path to your `.partX.iso` files.
-1. Use the following command as is: `cat \*.part?.iso > game.iso`.
+1. Copy the files that share the same name and end with `.partX.iso` into an empty folder on your computer.
+1. Open up a Terminal.
+1. Run `cd [PATH]`, replacing [PATH] with the folder path to your `.partX.iso` files.
+1. Use the following command as is: `cat \*.part?.iso > game.iso`.
+1. Wait until the merging process finishes.
-To organize the games on your drive properly, you'll need to use [Wii Backup Manager](wiibackupmanager).
-{: .notice--info}
-
-
+To organize the games on your drive properly, you can use [Wii Backup Manager](wiibackupmanager).
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/dump-wads.md b/_pages/en_US/dump-wads.md
index 895846340..6053d2f5a 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/dump-wads.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/dump-wads.md
@@ -4,34 +4,27 @@ title: "Dumping WADs"
{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-This tutorial will explain you how to dump WADs from your Wii System Memory.
+This guide will show you how to dump WADs from your Wii System Memory.
### Requirements
-* An SD card or USB drive
-* [Yet Another BlueDump MOD](https://oscwii.org/library/app/Yet-Another-BlueDump-Mod)
++ A Modded Wii
++ An SD card or USB drive
++ [Yet Another BlueDump MOD](https://oscwii.org/library/app/Yet-Another-BlueDump-Mod)
### Instructions
-#### Section I - Downloading/Installing
-
-1. Extract Yet Another BlueDump MOD to your SD card or USB drive.
-2. Insert your SD card or USB drive into your Wii, and launch Yet Another BlueDump MOD from the Homebrew Channel.
-
-#### Section II - Dumping
-
+1. Extract Yet Another BlueDump MOD to your SD card or USB device.
+1. Insert your SD card or USB device into your Wii, and launch Yet Another BlueDump MOD from the Homebrew Channel.
1. Press the A Button.
-
1. Choose `Installed Channel Titles`.
-
1. Find the content you want to dump and press the 1 Button.
-
1. Choose `Backup to WAD`.
1. At the prompt to `Fakesign the ticket`, choose `Yes`.
1. At the prompt to `Fakesign the TMD`, choose `No`.
1. At the prompt to `Change the output WAD region`, choose `No`.
-You have now dumped that WAD. It should appear on your SD card.
+The WAD has now been dumped, and should appear at the specified directory on your SD card.
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/faq.md b/_pages/en_US/faq.md
index b0b01d979..33ccade17 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/faq.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/faq.md
@@ -1,22 +1,9 @@
---
-title: "FAQ"
+title: "FAQ and Troubleshooting"
---
{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-### How risky is hacking my console?
-Bricks (a state where either some parts of your Wii software are not working, or your Wii is not working at all) are extremely rare unless you ignore/circumvent all safety checks, or do something risky or naive like installing an older version of the Wii Menu. Make sure you install [BootMii](bootmii) and [Priiloader](priiloader) to protect yourself from bricks!
-
-### What are the SD card requirements and/or recommendations?
-You will need an SD card with at least 128MB to run an exploit.
-
-+ If you are using the BlueBomb, str2hax, or FlashHax exploits, you do not need an SD card.
-
-To store homebrew applications, it is recommended that you use an SD card at least 2GB in size.
-
-### I got error code XXXXXX, how to fix it?
-In order to check what the reason for the error is, please visit the [Wiimmfi error page](https://wiimmfi.de/error).
-
### What are the limitations in vWii modding?
The following is a list of things that can potentially **BRICK** your vWii (don't do these things!):
* Installing IOS for a Wii console on vWii.
@@ -25,5 +12,27 @@ The following is a list of things that can potentially **BRICK** your vWii (don'
* Failure during the install of crucial system/IOS titles (e.g. power outage).
* Modifying the vWii NAND without knowing what you are doing.
+### What are the SD card requirements and/or recommendations?
+You will need an SD card with at least 128MB to run an exploit, unless you are running [BlueBomb](bluebomb), [str2hax](str2hax), or [FlashHax](flashhax).
+
+To store homebrew applications, it is recommended that you use an SD card at least 2GB in size.
+
+### How risky is hacking my console?
+Not very risky to be honest, depending on your console. The Wii requires much less barrier to entry than other consoles, with some exploits requiring nothing more than a Wii and an internet connection. As long as you follow the general advice laid out [here](bricks#brick-prevention), install [BootMii](bootmii) and [Priiloader](priiloader), and use common sense, you should be completely fine!
+
+### I got error code XXXXXX, how do I fix it?
+In order to check what the error means, please visit the [Wiimmfi error page](https://wiimmfi.de/error). More common errors have fixes listed below:
+
+#### Error 01530/51330
+
+Run an Internet connection test by going to `Wii Settings > Internet > Connection settings > Connection > Test this connection`
+
+#### FORE000006
+
+If you get error FORE000006, your Wii's clock is probably set incorrectly. See [this](wiiconnect24#updating-rtc-clock) on instructions for how to properly reset it. If this still fails, remove the Wii's clock battery (located on the bottom of the system behind a screw) for an hour and put it back in. Then, reset the Wii's clock.
+
### How can I remove parental controls?
-The [mkey generator](https://mkey.salthax.org) can generate the code required to remove parental controls.
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+The [mkey generator](https://mkey.salthax.org) can generate the code required to remove parental controls.
+
+### I think my Wii is bricked, or something is seriously wrong, what do I do?
+See [this](bricks) page.
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/flashhax.md b/_pages/en_US/flashhax.md
index 27b39fb6f..ade28b5cb 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/flashhax.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/flashhax.md
@@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ FlashHax is an exploit for the Wii that is triggered by using the Internet Chann
1. Bookmark the web page, by clicking the star button and pressing `Add Favorite`.
-1. Open the site from the bookmark. It'll then proceed to download and load the HackMii Installer. It may take some time as it is downloading the installer over the Internet.
+1. Open the site from the bookmark. It will then proceed to download and load the HackMii Installer. It may take some time as it is downloading the installer over the Internet.
If the HackMii Installer doesn't load and it instead freezes (you can't move your cursor), please restart your Wii and repeat step 4 until it works. It might take multiple tries, so be persistent!
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/gcbackupmanager.md b/_pages/en_US/gcbackupmanager.md
index 9ddc06fb1..de2b8f891 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/gcbackupmanager.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/gcbackupmanager.md
@@ -34,5 +34,5 @@ Make sure your USB drive is formatted as FAT32. Do not format it as other types
Selecting `Install Game (Scrub)` will remove unnecessary data from the game, reducing the game's file size.
{: .notice--info}
-[Return to site index](site-navigation)
-{: .notice--info}
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/gcsaves.md b/_pages/en_US/gcsaves.md
index 8dd975cc2..3d4c31b9a 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/gcsaves.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/gcsaves.md
@@ -140,5 +140,5 @@ If you are looking for save game exploits for booting into [Swiss](https://githu
1. Find the save you want, select it and select `Move or Copy`.
-[Return to site index](site-navigation)
-{: .notice--info}
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/hbb.md b/_pages/en_US/hbb.md
deleted file mode 100644
index a7b83f6bd..000000000
--- a/_pages/en_US/hbb.md
+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,59 +0,0 @@
----
-title: "Open Shop Channel (Homebrew Browser)"
----
-
-{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-
-For support (in English) with the Open Shop Channel, join [Open Shop Channel on Discord](https://discord.gg/osc).
-{: .notice--primary}
-
-Included in the Homebrew Browser download is a guide on how to use the Homebrew Browser.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-Homebrew Browser, which is what the Open Shop Channel is based off on, does work but it can be buggy.
-You can also get homebrew using [osc-dl](https://github.com/dhtdht020/osc-dl/releases/latest) and from the [Open Shop Channel website](https://oscwii.org/).
-{: .notice--info}
-
-You need an Internet connection in order to use this application.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-The [Open Shop Channel](https://oscwii.org/) is where you can go to get homebrew apps. It's a revival project for an app called Homebrew Browser.
-
-### Requirements
-
-* An SD card or USB drive
-* [Homebrew Browser](/assets/files/homebrew_browser_v0.3.9e.zip)
-
-### Instructions
-
-1. Extract the Homebrew Browser and put it in the `apps` folder on your SD card or USB drive.
-1. Insert your SD card or USB drive into your Wii. You can now launch the Homebrew Browser from the Homebrew Channel if you want to.
-
-### Recommended Apps
-
-Here are some recommended apps that you can get on the Open Shop Channel:
-
-+ [CleanRip](https://oscwii.org/library/app/CleanRip) - This is a tool to dump Wii and GameCube games. See [our page](dump-games) for more details.
-+ [GCMM](https://oscwii.org/library/app/gcmm) - This is a GameCube memory card manager for your Wii.
-+ [MyMenuify Mod](https://oscwii.org/library/app/mymenuifymod) - This is a tool to install themes for your Wii Menu. See [our page](themes) for instructions on how to use it.
-+ [Nintendont](https://oscwii.org/library/app/nintendont) - This is a GameCube game loader for your Wii. For more information, please see [this GBAtemp thread](https://gbatemp.net/threads/nintendont.349258/).
-+ [SaveGame Manager GX](https://oscwii.org/library/app/savegame_manager_gx) - This is a save manager for your Wii. It allows you to copy save files and Miis to and from your Wii.
-+ [USB Loader GX](https://oscwii.org/library/app/usbloader_gx) - This is a USB Loader for your Wii. See [our page](usbloadergx) for instructions on how to use it.
-+ [WiiFlow Lite](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiiflow) - This is another USB Loader for your Wii. See [our page](wiiflow) for instructions on how to use it.
-+ [WiiMC-SS](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiimc-ss) - This is a media player for your Wii. It supports movies, music, photos, radio stations, YouTube, and more.
-+ [WiiXplorer-SS](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiixplorer-ss) - This is a file manager for your Wii. It lets you access your files on your SD Card, USB Device, and more.
-+ [YABDM](https://oscwii.org/library/app/Yet-Another-BlueDump-Mod) - This is a tool to dump content installed on your Wii to WAD files. See [our page](dump-wads) for instructions on how to use it.
-
-[Continue to RiiConnect24](riiconnect24)
-RiiConnect24 allows you to use discontinued services from WiiConnect24, which include the News, Forecast, Everybody Votes, Nintendo and Check Mii Out Channel, along with Wii Mail. This is optional to install.
-{: .notice--info}
-[Continue to WiiLink](wiilink)
-WiiLink lets you use the Japanese-exclusive channels known as Wii no Ma and Digicam Print Channel. This is optional to install.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-[Continue to Wiimmfi](wiimmfi)
-Wiimmfi lets you play games online after the discontinuation of Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. This is optional to install.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-[Return to site index](site-navigation)
-{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/hbc.md b/_pages/en_US/hbc.md
index becd8e6c4..7cd29762f 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/hbc.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/hbc.md
@@ -48,4 +48,4 @@ Making a NAND backup at this point is highly recommended, and is one of the only
{: .notice--info}
Tip: You can tell if a Wii has BootMii installed as boot2 if your disc drive flashes very briefly, only after the immediate flash that happens when you press the POWER Button.
-{: .notice--info}
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/home.md b/_pages/en_US/home.md
index 39b5ab557..564598d40 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/home.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/home.md
@@ -2,40 +2,59 @@
layout: splash
title: "Wii Hacks Guide"
header:
- overlay_color: "#5e616c"
+ overlay_color: "#121212"
overlay_image: /images/main-pages/home-page-feature.jpg
overlay_filter: 0.5
caption:
-excerpt: "The complete guide to modding your Nintendo Wii."
+excerpt: "The complete guide to modding your Nintendo Wii (and Wii mini)."
---
-The guide is also available in other languages! To change the language, please press the icon at top right and change your language.
+Since this guide has just been published, translations are a work-in-progress. Thanks for your patience!
{: .notice--info}
-## What is "homebrew"?
+It is suggested that to get the most out of the guide, you read this page before proceeding.
+{: .notice--warning}
-[**Homebrew**](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homebrew_(video_games)) refers to software not authorized by Nintendo. This can include games, utilities, emulators and much more!
+### What is homebrew?
-Running homebrew on your Nintendo Wii can be done for free by exploiting bugs in Wii's software. The modifications installed by following this guide will give you easy and persistent access to Wii homebrew.
+**Homebrew** mostly refers to software that was not authorized by the original creator of a piece of hardware - in this case, being Nintendo. In order to gain the ability to run homebrew on the Wii, the console must first be hijacked to run unsigned code.
-## What can I do with homebrew?
+Here are some common examples of what homebrew can do for your Wii:
-Here's a list of things you can do using homebrew. While this list is by no means totally comprehensive, you should have a good idea of what is possible, and the guide will help you easily get started.
++ [Backup](bootmii) and [restore](bootmiirecover) 1:1 copies of the Wii's NAND (or system memory).
++ Enhance the [brick protection](priiloader) of your Wii.
++ Download new homebrew apps with the [Open Shop Channel](osc).
++ [Patch game disc contents](riivolution), allowing you to load game modifications.
++ Turn your Wii into a [media center](wiimc).
++ Install [themes](themes) both on the Wii Menu and on commonly used homebrew apps.
++ Install a [USB loader](usb-loader) to launch Wii games and more from an external storage device.
++ Back up your [discs](dump-games) and [other installed titles](dump-wads).
++ [Back up and restore](wii-saves) your Wii save files.
++ [Back up and restore](gcsaves) your GameCube save files.
++ Restore online functionality to both [WiiConnect24](wiiconnect24) and [Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection](wiimmfi).
-+ Patch game disc contents (allowing you to load game modifications) using [Riivolution](riivolution).
-+ Install themes to your Wii Menu using [MyMenuify](themes).
-+ Install a USB Loader like [WiiFlow](wiiflow) or [USB Loader GX](usbloadergx) to launch all your favorite titles from a USB storage device and more.
-+ Back up your discs with [CleanRip](/dump-games) and installed games and titles with [YABDM](dump-wads).
-+ Back up and restore your Wii save files with [SaveGame Manager GX](https://wiidatabase.de/downloads/wii-tools/savegame-manager-gx-beta/).
-+ Back up and restore your gamecube save files using [GCMM](gcsaves).
-+ Download new homebrew apps with the [Homebrew Browser](hbb).
-+ Restore discontinued online services such as Nintendo WFC with [Wiimmfi](wiimmfi), and WiiConnect24 with [RiiConnect24](riiconnect24) or [WiiLink](wiilink).
-+ [Backup](bootmii) and [restore](bootmiirecover) copies of your Wii system memory (NAND) using [BootMii](hbc).
-+ Protect your Wii from bricks using [Priiloader](priiloader) and [BootMii](bootmii).
-+ Turn your Wii into a media player with [WiiMC](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiimc-ss).
+### What does the guide install?
+This guide adopts the following steps from start to finish, including optional sections:
-## Ready?
++ Hijack your Wii using an exploit that you selected, with the end goal of reaching the HackMii installer.
++ Install BootMii and the Homebrew Channel.
++ Make a backup of critical system files before proceeding.
++ Install Priiloader.
++ Install the Open Shop Channel.
++ List out and recommend homebrew to use on your Wii.
++ Restore functionality to WiiConnect24 and Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.
+
+### What should I know before starting?
+
++ Homebrew is 100% free, and the process of hijacking your Wii is also free - anyone trying to convince you otherwise is likely attempting to [scam](https://hbc.hackmii.com/scam) you.
++ This guide works on all system menu versions depending on the exploit, but it is recommended that you update to 4.3 anyway if possible.
++ This guide applies to retail/consumer Wiis ONLY! This means that development units are not covered, nor are vWiis.
++ Depending on what you use the Wii for, you may have to make some modifications to the system memory that could be potentially fatal to system functionality. As long as you follow this guide exactly, you should be fine, but for general brick prevention tips see [this](bricks#brick-prevention) page.
++ The differences between the Wii and Wii mini are quite large. This means that in some cases, something that is normally harmless to the Wii could cause a [severe brick](bricks#wi-fi-brick) to the Wii mini - make sure to pay attention if you are planning to mod one!
++ Exercise extreme caution when modifying a [Korean Wii](bricks#korean-kiierror-003-brick).
+
+### Ready?
Get started by [choosing your exploit](get-started)!
{: .notice--info}
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/letterbomb.md b/_pages/en_US/letterbomb.md
index a2a4d07ff..c56bfb22d 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/letterbomb.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/letterbomb.md
@@ -39,4 +39,4 @@ LetterBomb is an exploit for the Wii that is triggered using the Wii Message Boa
[Continue to Homebrew Channel and BootMii Installation](hbc)
-{: .notice--info}
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/modmii.md b/_pages/en_US/modmii.md
index 3952bca5e..5ff610c20 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/modmii.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/modmii.md
@@ -122,5 +122,5 @@ When following one of the exploit guides above, please avoid replacing the `boot
-[Return to site index](site-navigation)
-{: .notice--info}
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/nintendont.md b/_pages/en_US/nintendont.md
index b29ba2511..a54d9f40d 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/nintendont.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/nintendont.md
@@ -4,16 +4,7 @@ title: "Nintendont"
{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-This is a quick start guide on how to use Nintendont, a popular loader for the Wii that's used to play GameCube games from a USB drive, SD card, or directly from your disc drive.
-
-### Requirements
-
-* A Wii
-* An SD card or USB drive
-* [Nintendont](https://oscwii.org/library/app/Nintendont)
-
-If your main operating system is Windows, [GameCube Backup Manager](https://github.com/AxionDrak/GameCube-Backup-Manager/releases) works the best.
-{: .notice--info}
+Nintendont is a Wii-mode homebrew application that can be used to play GameCube games, as well as Triforce arcade dumps. Nintendont is an interesting app in that it is like a hybrid between an emulator and a virtual machine - while still running GameCube games near exactly at native quality and performance. Further info can be read [here](https://gbatemp.net/threads/nintendont.349258/).
To play games, you are advised to use a large SD card or an external hard drive, flash drives are very sporadic in functionality. See [storage FAQ](faq).
{: .notice--info}
@@ -21,27 +12,76 @@ To play games, you are advised to use a large SD card or an external hard drive,
Make sure your storage device is formatted as FAT32. Do not format it to other file systems like NTFS, exFAT, or WBFS.
{: .notice--info}
+### Requirements
-### Instructions
-
-#### Downloading
+* A modded Wii
+* An SD card or USB device
+* [Nintendont](https://oscwii.org/library/app/Nintendont)
+### Installation
1. Download Nintendont and extract it to the root of your SD card or USB drive.
-1. Insert your SD card or USB drive into your Wii, and launch Nintendont from the Homebrew Channel.
+1. Insert your SD card or USB device into your Wii, and launch Nintendont from the Homebrew Channel.
-#### Getting Started
-
-There is no "guide" to use Nintendont. This is intended to help you learn how to use it, by giving you a quick start. You should be able to figure out all the great features of Nintendont by using it.
-{: .notice--info}
+### Quick Start Guide
#### Key Features
-+ You can use a GameCube controller to play your games.
-+ You can use a Wiimote to play your games, but you will need to use a Classic Controller Pro or a Wii U Pro Controller to use all of the game's features.
-+ You can use a Wii U GameCube Controller adapter if your Wii does not have GameCube ports.
-+ You can use a USB keyboard to enter text in games that require it.
++ You can use various input devices to play GameCube games. These include GameCube controllers (even via a USB adapter), Wiimotes, Classic Controllers, the Konga, HID USB controllers, Bluetooth controllers, and potentially more.
++ Nintendont has support for virtual memory cards that are saved to an external storage device, from sizes of 51 blocks up to 1019 blocks. Despite this, the recommended max size is 251 blocks per virtual card for maximum compatibility.
+ You can use a fan-made patch to enable online play in some games.
-+ You can use USB Loader GX or WiiFlow to play GameCube games there.
++ Nintendont can be leveraged in either [WiiFlow Lite](usb-loaders#wiiflow-lite) or [USB Loader GX](usb-loaders#usb-loader-gx) for the loading of GameCube games.
-[Return to site index](site-navigation)
-{: .notice--info}
+#### User Interface
+
+
+
+Nintendont uses a user interface that is mainly controllable and navigable using a gamepad.
+
+#### Properly Launching Games
+
+Games in Nintendont have to be launched from an external device with a specific folder structure, with the usage of a game ID. Game IDs can be found on [GameTDB](https://www.gametdb.com).
+The expected structure for single disc games is as follows:
+`device:/games/(game name) [game ID]/game.iso`
+
+The expected structure for multi disc games is as follows:
+`device:/games/(game name) [game ID]/game.iso`
+`device:/games/(game name) [game ID]/disc2.iso` (so on and so forth)
+
+Here is an example using The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker on a USB hard drive:
+`USB:/games/The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker [GZLE01]/game.iso`
+
+
+#### BIOS Setup
+
+You can use an original GameCube BIOS in Nintendont if you have legally obtained one.
+
+1. Rename the BIOS file `iplusa.bin`/`ipljap.bin`/`iplpal.bin` based on its region.
+1. Copy it to the root of the storage device where Nintendont is installed on.
+1. Go into Nintendont settings and verify that `Load IPL` is turned ON.
+
+#### Using a HID USB controller with Nintendont
+
+By default, Nintendont selects a controller configuration from an internal list of already mapped controllers. If yours does not automatically work, make sure to check the supported controller list in the article at the top of the page. If you still want to check anyway, you can use [HIDTest](https://oscwii.org/library/app/HIDTest) to determine whether or not your controller will be detected and work with Nintendont.
+
+#### Button combinations for Nintendont in-game
+
+Restart: Resets the game and returns to game's title screen.
+Shutdown: Exits nintendont and returns to the loader.
+
+Some games may have native button combinations to reset.
+
+**GameCube Controller:**
+Restart: R+Z+Start
+Shutdown: R+Z+B+Down (D-pad)
+
+**Wiimote + Nunchuck:**
+Shutdown: HOME button on the Wiimote
+
+**HID-USB controller or adapter:**
+You can define the Shutdown button's combination yourself.
+The Power button is defined in the controller.ini or in the correct controllers/PID_VID.ini file used by your gamepad.
+Most commonly used combo with default HID settings:
+Shutdown: L+R+Z+Start
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/osc.md b/_pages/en_US/osc.md
index f9516ab51..9c6e8a9d1 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/osc.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/osc.md
@@ -1,5 +1,61 @@
---
-title: "Redirecting..."
+title: "Open Shop Channel"
---
-
+{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
+
+For support (in English) with the Open Shop Channel, join [Open Shop Channel on Discord](https://discord.gg/osc).
+{: .notice--primary}
+
+The [Open Shop Channel](https://oscwii.org/) is a homebrew app repository created by dhtdht020, and at present, the preferred way of downloading homebrew. Not only is it more convenient due to having the most used homebrew in one place, but it is also safer as apps are manually added to the repository. You can see where an app is being obtained from by checking its [manifest](https://github.com/OpenShopChannel/Apps/tree/master/contents).
+
+There are two methods to use the Open Shop Channel - on your Wii through the Homebrew Browser, or off your Wii through OSCDL.
+
+### Method I - Homebrew Browser
+
+#### Requirements
+
++ A Windows/Mac OS/Linux computer with an internet connection
++ An SD card or USB drive
++ [The Homebrew Browser](https://oscwii.org/library/app/homebrew_browser)
+
+#### Instructions
+
+1. Download the reccomended `.zip` file from the Open Shop Channel website.
+
+1. Extract the `apps` folder in the archive to the root of your SD card or USB drive. Optionally, the archive also comes with a guide on how to use the Homebrew Browser.
+1. Insert your SD card or USB drive into your Wii, and go to the Homebrew Channel. The Homebrew Browser should now display.
+
+### Method II - OSCDL
+
+#### Requirements
+
++ A Windows/Mac OS/Linux computer with an internet connection
++ An SD card or USB drive
++ The latest version of [OSCDL](https://github.com/dhtdht020/osc-dl/releases/latest)
+
+#### Instructions for Windows
+
+1. Download `oscdl-installer.exe` and run the installer. Optionally, you may instead download `oscdl-standalone.exe`, which does not have to be installed and instead runs as a portable executable.
+
+1. If you get a User Account Control pop-up that asks whether or not you would like the program to make changes to your PC, select yes. Open Shop Channel is a safe application.
+1. Let the installer run, and then launch OSCDL once the process is finished.
+
+1. Find an application that you would like to get, and press the Download button. Optionally, you can also send the app directly to your Wii - this requires both your computer and Wii to be on the same network.
+
+1. A `.zip` file containing your app should download wherever you specified the directory to be. Simply extract the `apps` folder in this archive to the root of your SD card or USB drive.
+1. Insert your SD card or USB drive into your Wii, and go to the Homebrew Channel. Your downloaded piece of homebrew should now display.
+
+#### Instructions for Mac OS/Linux
+
+UNDER CONSTRUCTION
+
+If you have made it to this point, congrats! You are finished with the required section of the main guide! You can continue reading past this point, but bear in mind that the following steps are optional.
+{: .notice--success}
+
+[Continue to Recommended Homebrew](recommended-homebrew)
+This guide outlines selections of homebrew by the guide staff that are notable for being useful, nice to have, or flat out good in a way that warrants a recommendation.
+{: .notice--info}
+
+[Return to site index](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/priiloader.md b/_pages/en_US/priiloader.md
index 5d00934f5..24a480d2e 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/priiloader.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/priiloader.md
@@ -99,8 +99,8 @@ To enter it later on, simply run the "Load Priiloader" homebrew app. There are a
-[Continue to the Dos and Don'ts of Wii Modding](dosanddonts)
-These are some guidelines to ensure you don't brick your Wii.
+[View the Brick Prevention Guidelines](bricks#brick-prevention)
+These guidelines list different ways that you can avoid bricking your Wii, beyond BootMii or Priiloader.
{: .notice--info}
### Additional options
@@ -158,3 +158,7 @@ Your Wii should now automatically boot to whichever homebrew app you installed.
1. Press B to return to the main menu.
1. Scroll back up to `System Menu` and press A.
+
+[Continue to Open Shop Channel Installation](osc)
+Now that your Wii has adequate brick protection, you can grab a trusted repository for homebrew that can be accessed both on and off the Wii - the Open Shop Channel.
+{: .notice--info}
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/recommended-homebrew.md b/_pages/en_US/recommended-homebrew.md
new file mode 100644
index 000000000..4fa30b994
--- /dev/null
+++ b/_pages/en_US/recommended-homebrew.md
@@ -0,0 +1,56 @@
+---
+title: Recommended Homebrew
+---
+
+This page outlines homebrew that are recommended by the wii.hacks.guide staff for being useful, nice to have, or just flat out good. Take full advantage of the power you now have with your Wii!
+
+Homebrew that has the ability to make permanant changes to your Wii are highlighted in **bold**.
+
+### Utilities
+
++ [**YAWM ModMii Edition**](https://oscwii.org/library/app/yawmME) - An extensively supported WAD manager with additional features. Recommended over any other WAD manager due to its extensive anti-brick protection.
++ [SysCheck ModMii Edition](https://oscwii.org/library/app/SysCheckME) - A homebrew application which checks information about your Wii and pastes it back in a readable, sendable format. Think of it like a "System Information" app but for the Wii.
++ [**CDBackup**](https://oscwii.org/library/app/cdbackup) - Backup, restore, and delete Wii Message Board data.
++ [**AnyRegion Changer ME**](https://oscwii.org/library/app/ARCME) - ModMii edition of AnyRegion Changer. While a powerful tool for changing region settings, it can also lead to severe bricks like [Korean Kii/Error 003](bricks#korean-kiierror-003-brick) so **only use this app if you know what you are doing**.
++ [**WiiXplorer-SS**](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiixplorer-ss) - A modified and updated version of WiiXplorer. A file manager for the Wii, it allows you to view and customize files both on an SD card, a USB device, and the internal Wii memory. For this reason it is a very powerful but also dangerous tool - don't modify files on the system NAND unless you know what you are doing, as it can lead to various types of [bricks](bricks).
++ [**SaveGame Manager GX**](https://oscwii.org/library/app/SaveGame_Manager_GX) - A savegame/Mii extractor for the Wii. It supports GameCube memory cards (physical and virtual), emuNANDs, normal and protected saves, themes, and more.
++ [**MyMenuifyMod**](https://oscwii.org/library/app/mymenuifymod) - An application that allows you to theme the Wii Menu. While quite useful to make your Wii unique, it also has the ability to cause a [minor brick](bricks#theme-brick), so make sure to read our [theme guide](themes) for safe usage instructions.
++ [CleanRip](https://oscwii.org/library/app/CleanRip) - A tool to backup GameCube and Wii discs. Further information can be found in our [disc dumping guide](dump-games).
++ [**d2x cIOS installer**](https://oscwii.org/library/app/d2x-cios-installer) - A custom installer for Wii IOS, some of which is required for the functioning of certain software like USB loaders. You can see the guide [here](cios).
++ [FTPii](https://oscwii.org/library/app/ftpii) - An FTP server for your Wii, allowing you to transfer files across the network.
+
+
+
+### Games and Loaders
+
++ [**Riivolution**](https://oscwii.org/library/app/riivolution) - An on-the-fly game patcher for use with retail game discs. It allows users to place content on an SD card or a USB device, which is subsequently read by the game during normal play. Riivolution can be used for custom textures, music, levels, memory patches, game translations, and more!
++ [USB Loaders](usb-loaders) - A general recommendation for a USB loader of any kind, which allows you to play game backups of retail discs. Further information can be found in our linked guide, which encompasses both Wii and GameCube loaders.
++ [CavEX](https://oscwii.org/library/app/cavex) - A project aiming to recreate the core survival experience of your favorite block game on the Wii up to Beta 1.7.3.
++ [Sonic CD](https://oscwii.org/library/app/SonicCDWii) - A port of the Sonic CD 2011 re-release from the RSDKv3 decompilation. **The app requires assets from the official release in order to run**.
++ [CTGP-R](https://www.chadsoft.co.uk/download/) - A hefty mod of Mario Kart Wii that adds over **200** new tracks to the game. Requires a retail Mario Kart Wii game disc to run, independent of Riivolution.
++ [Newer Super Mario Bros. Wii](https://newerteam.com/wii/download.html) - A significant NSMBW mod that adds **128** brand new levels to the game. Requires a retail NSMBW disc and Riivolution to run.
+
+
+
+### Emulators
+
++ [FCE Ultra GX](https://oscwii.org/library/app/fceugx) - A port of FCE Ultra, a Nintendo Entertainment System/Famicom emulator, to the Wii.
++ [Snex9x RX](https://oscwii.org/library/app/Snes9xRX) - A fork of Snes9x GX, a Super Nintendo Entertainment System/Super Famicom emulator, with extra features and speed improvements.
++ [Wii64](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wii64) - A port of Mupen64 0.5, a Nintendo 64 emulator, to the Wii.
++ [Genesis Plus GX](https://oscwii.org/library/app/genplus-gx) - An emulator with support for the Sega SG-1000, Sega Master System, Sega Genesis/Mega Drive, Sega Game Gear, and Sega/Mega CD consoles.
++ [mGBA](https://oscwii.org/library/app/mgba) - A port of mGBA, a Game Boy/Game Boy Color/Game Boy Advance emulator, to the Wii.
++ [WiiMednafen](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiimednafen) - A port of Mednafen, a multi-system emulator, to the Wii. This version supports more obscure consoles such as the Neo Geo Pocket, TurboGrafx 16/PC Engine (CD), and Bandai Wonderswan.
++ [WiiSX](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiiSX) - A port of PCSX-ReARMed, a Sony PlayStation emulator, to the Wii.
++ [DOSBox Wii](https://oscwii.org/library/app/dosbox-wii) - A port of DOSBox, an emulator which runs software for MS-DOS compatible disk operating systems.
+
+### Entertainment
+
++ [WiiMC-SS](https://oscwii.org/library/app/WiiMC-SS) - A modified and updated verison of WiiMC. Turns your Wii into a fully fledged media center, with the ability to listen to music, watch videos, play DVDs, and more.
++ [Schism Tracker](https://oscwii.org/library/app/schismtracker) - A editor and player for tracked music (IT, XM, S3M, MOD, etc.). You can find music to try out [here](https://modarchive.org/).
++ [Danbo](https://oscwii.org/library/app/danbo) - Danbo
+
+{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
+
+[Continue to WiiConnect24](wiiconnect24)
+WiiConnect24 was originally discontinued in June of 2013, but as of the present, there are now two different services that restore its functionality in several different applications.
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/recovery-mode.md b/_pages/en_US/recovery-mode.md
index 345a1be20..1c2ab6cf4 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/recovery-mode.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/recovery-mode.md
@@ -36,3 +36,9 @@ First of all, verify that your Wii can boot into Recovery Mode *at all*. This in
---
Under Construction
+
+[Return to Bricks](bricks)
+{: .notice--info}
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-batteryfix.md b/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-batteryfix.md
deleted file mode 100644
index 273182b4c..000000000
--- a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-batteryfix.md
+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,15 +0,0 @@
----
-title: "RiiConnect24 FORE000006"
----
-
-{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-
-For support (in English) with RiiConnect24, as well as RiiTag, join [RiiConnect24 on Discord](https://discord.gg/rc24).
-{: .notice--primary}
-
-
-
-If you get error FORE000006, your Wii's clock is probably set incorrectly. Set it to the correct date and time, then wait no more than an hour and the Forecast Channel should start working.
-
-[Return to RiiConnect24 installation page](riiconnect24)
-{: .notice--info}
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dns-update.md b/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dns-update.md
deleted file mode 100644
index f726f0372..000000000
--- a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dns-update.md
+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,32 +0,0 @@
----
-title: "RiiConnect24 DNS Update"
----
-
-{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-
-
-
-For support (in English) with RiiConnect24, as well as RiiTag, join [RiiConnect24 on Discord](https://discord.gg/rc24).
-{: .notice--primary}
-
-Our official DNS Address has been updated. We require all users to change it. Failure in doing so will result in losing access to most or every RiiConnect24 service.
-
-Our old DNS Server has been deprecated as of `June 1st, 2023` and is no longer available to use.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-RiiConnect24 functionality will be limited until you update the DNS setting on your Wii.
-
-To update your entered DNS Address please follow these steps:
-
-1. Go to `Wii Options`.
-1. Go to `Wii Settings`.
-1. Go to `Page 2`, then click on `Internet`.
-1. Go to `Connection Settings`
-1. Select your current connection
-1. Go to `Change Settings`
-1. Go to `Auto-Obtain DNS` (Not IP Address), then select `No`, then `Advanced Settings`.
-1. Type in `167.86.108.126` as the primary DNS
-1. Type in `1.1.1.1` as the secondary DNS
-1. Select `Confirm`, then select `Save`
-1. Select `OK` to perform a connection
-1. If the connection test was successful, select `No` to skip the Wii System Update.
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dolphin.md b/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dolphin.md
deleted file mode 100644
index 92d8b9701..000000000
--- a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-dolphin.md
+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,92 +0,0 @@
----
-title: "RiiConnect24 for Dolphin"
----
-
-{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-
-
-
-For support (in English) with RiiConnect24, as well as RiiTag, join [RiiConnect24 on Discord](https://discord.gg/rc24).
-{: .notice--primary}
-
-This guide will help you install RiiConnect24 on your Dolphin installation.
-
-{% capture notice-1 %}
-This guide is for [Dolphin Emulator](https://dolphin-emu.org) only.
-
-+ Follow [this tutorial](riiconnect24) if you'd like to install RiiConnect24 on a Wii.
-+ Follow [this tutorial](riiconnect24-vwii) if you'd like to install RiiConnect24 on vWii (Wii Mode on Wii U).
-{% endcapture %}
-
-
{{ notice-1 | markdownify }}
-
-DO NOT INSTALL RIICONNECT24 ON A WII MINI! It will not work and it will brick the system.
-{: .notice--danger}
-
-### Requirements
-
-* A computer with either Windows 10 or newer or any Unix-based system
-* A Beta or Development version of [Dolphin Emulator](https://dolphin-emu.org/download/)
-* [RiiConnect24 Patcher](https://github.com/RiiConnect24/RiiConnect24-Patcher/releases)
-
-### Instructions
-
-#### Section I - Installing Dolphin
-
-If you have Dolphin already installed, skip to [Section II](#section-ii---installing-riiconnect24).
-{: .notice--info}
-
-1. Download the latest Dolphin Beta or Development version.
-1. Extract the .7z file using a program like 7-Zip or WinRAR.
-1. Start Dolphin.
-1. In Dolphin, go to `Tools` -> `Perform Online System Update` -> Choose your region.
- 
-
-If you have a homebrewed Wii console, you can use a [BootMii NAND dump](bootmii) instead of installing the system files with the System Update option. See [this page](https://wiki.dolphin-emu.org/index.php?title=NAND_Usage_Guide) for more information.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-#### Section II - Installing RiiConnect24
-
-If you use a Windows version before Windows 10, you unfortunately cannot use WiiConnect24 inside Dolphin. You can use [this program](https://github.com/RiiConnect24/.VFF-File-Downloader-for-Dolphin) to run it instead.
-{: .notice--danger}
-
-1. Click the link above to go to the GitHub page where the patcher is.
-1. Download `RiiConnect24Patcher.bat` if you are on Windows, and `RiiConnect24Patcher.sh` if you are on a Unix system
-1. On Windows run `RiiConnect24Patcher.bat`. On Unix systems, open Terminal and type `bash`, then drag `RiiConnect24Patcher.sh` into the terminal then press enter. It should look like this: `bash RiiConnect24Patcher.sh`.
-1. Press 1 to choose "`Start`" and confirm your selection by pressing `ENTER`. (NOTE: These screenshots are from the Windows version of the patcher.)
- 
-1. For this guide, choose "`Install RiiConnect24 on your Dolphin Emulator`"
- 
-1. Choose "`Express (Recommended)`". It will give you everything you need.
- 
-1. Select your region.
- 
-1. While you're at it, RiiConnect24 Patcher can additionally download some other optional channels that do not use RiiConnect24. `[X]` represents the options that selected. Just press 5 and `ENTER` if you're not interested.
- 
-1. Press `1` then `ENTER` to start patching.
-1. Be patient...
- 
-1. After it's done, we would appreciate if you take a minute to send anonymous feedback to us. If you don't want to, close the patcher. All the files should already be on your SD Card.
- 
- 
-1. In Dolphin, go to `Tools` and then `Install WAD`. Install all the WAD files one by one.
-
-#### Section III - Setting your Region
-
-Setting your region is required to use the Everybody Votes Channel.
-
-If you have imported your Wii's NAND backup, the default Region Select will probably work.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-1. Download and unzip [AnyGlobe Changer v1.0](https://github.com/fishguy6564/AnyGlobe-Changer/releases/download/1.0/AnyGlobe.Changer.zip).
-1. Drag the `boot.dol` file on to the Dolphin window.
-1. Wait a few seconds, then press 1 to continue.
- 
-1. Select your region and sub-region, then select `Save`, then `Return`.
- 
-
-When you go back to the Everybody Votes Channel, the country & region names will appear blank. This is normal.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-Unfortunately, Wii Mail doesn't work in Dolphin yet.
-{: .notice--info}
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-vwii.md b/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-vwii.md
deleted file mode 100644
index 44e5d8797..000000000
--- a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-vwii.md
+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,138 +0,0 @@
----
-title: RiiConnect24 vWii Guide
----
-
-{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-
-
-
-For support (in English) with RiiConnect24, as well as RiiTag, join [RiiConnect24 on Discord](https://discord.gg/rc24).
-{: .notice--primary}
-
-Guide to installing [RiiConnect24](https://rc24.xyz) on vWii (Virtual Wii on Wii U).
-
-[RiiConnect24](https://rc24.xyz/) allows you to use discontinued services from WiiConnect24, which include the News, Forecast, Everybody Votes, Nintendo and Check Mii Out Channel, along with Wii Mail.
-
-{% capture notice-1 %}
-This guide is for vWii (Wii Mode on Wii U) only.
-
-+ Follow [this tutorial](riiconnect24) if you'd like to install RiiConnect24 on a Wii.
-+ Follow [this tutorial](riiconnect24-dolphin) if you'd like to install RiiConnect24 on Dolphin Emulator.
-{% endcapture %}
-
-
{{ notice-1 | markdownify }}
-
-It's recommended to set your Wii to the current time before proceeding. Follow [this tutorial](rtc) in order to set it.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-DO NOT INSTALL RIICONNECT24 ON A WII MINI! It will not work and it will brick the system.
-{: .notice--danger}
-
-### Warnings
-
-This guide holds no responsiblity for any problems that may arise on your console upon following it!!!
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-### Requirements
-
-* An SD card or USB drive
-* A computer
-* A Wii U with [the vWii modded](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/#/vwii-modding). **This guide requires the latest CFW on your Wii U.**
-* A Nintendo Network ID (NNID) linked to your Wii U
-* [Priiloader](priiloader) installed on your vWii
-* [RiiConnect24 Patcher (Windows, Mac and Linux)](https://github.com/riiconnect24/RiiConnect24-Patcher/releases)
-* [RiiConnect24 Mail Patcher](https://oscwii.org/library/app/Mail-Patcher)
-* [YAWM ModMii Edition](https://oscwii.org/library/app/yawmme)
-
-{% capture notice-2 %}
-After following the vWii modding guide linked above, you should have:
-* A vWii NAND backup and keys (keep these stored safely!!)
-* The Homebrew Channel installed
-* d2x cIOS installed (IOS249, IOS250 and IOS251)
-* IOS80 patched
-{% endcapture %}
-
-
{{ notice-2 }}
-
-### Instructions
-
-#### Section I - Running the patcher
-
-1. Click the RiiConnect24 Patcher link above to go to the GitHub page where the patcher is.
-1. Download `RiiConnect24Patcher.bat` if you are on Windows, and `RiiConnect24Patcher.sh` if you are on a Unix system
-1. On Windows run `RiiConnect24Patcher.bat`. On Unix systems, open Terminal and type `bash`, then drag `RiiConnect24Patcher.sh` into the terminal then press enter. It should look like this: `bash RiiConnect24Patcher.sh`.
-1. Press 1 to choose "`Start`" and confirm your selection by pressing `ENTER`. (NOTE: These screenshots are from the Windows version of the patcher.)
- 
-1. Select "`2. Wii U (vWii, Wii Mode)`".
- 
-1. For this guide, choose "`Install RiiConnect24 on your Wii`"
- 
-1. Choose "`Express (Recommended)`". It will give you everything you need.
- 
-1. Select your region.
- 
-1. While you're at it, RiiConnect24 Patcher can additionally download some other optional channels that do not use RiiConnect24. `[X]` represents the options that selected. Just press 5 and `ENTER` if you're not interested.
- 
-1. Connect your SD Card or USB Drive to your computer and select "`1`".
- 
-1. If your device was detected successfully, select "`1`". If not, make sure there's a folder called `apps` on your SD Card or USB Drive and try again.
- 
-1. Be patient...
- 
-1. After it's done, we would appreciate if you take a minute to send anonymous feedback to us. If you don't want to, close the patcher. All the files should already be on your SD Card.
- 
- 
-1. If it did not copy everything automatically to your SD Card or USB Device, copy the `WAD` and `apps` folder next to `RiiConnect24Patcher.bat` to your SD Card or USB Device.
-
-#### Section II - Installing WADs
-
-You will now install the patched IOS and Channel WADs that are required to use RiiConnect24.
-
-1. Extract the YAWM ModMii Edition `.zip` file, and copy the `apps` folder to your SD card or USB drive.
-1. Put your SD card or USB drive in your Wii U.
-1. Launch the Homebrew Channel on your Wii U.
-1. Launch YAWM ModMii Edition.
-1. Select the device you have put the RiiConnect24 files on.
-1. Highlight all the WADs in the `wad` folder by pressing the + Button to select them. When all of the WADs are selected, press A twice to install the WADs.
-1. After they are successfully installed, press the HOME Button to exit back to the Homebrew Channel.
-
-#### Section III - Patching nwc24msg.cfg
-
-You will now patch your `nwc24msg.cfg` file which is required in order to use Wii Mail.
-
-1. Launch the RiiConnect24 Mail Patcher from the Homebrew Channel.
-1. It should only take a few seconds to patch your nwc24msg.cfg. When it's done, press the HOME Button to exit.
-
-#### Section IV - Using RiiConnect24
-
-1. Visit the [vWii Priiloader WC24 UTC Patch Generator](https://garyodernichts.github.io/priiloader-patch-gen/) page.
-1. Enter your Wii U's time offset from UTC time.
-This is automatically done based on your PC's time, so you may be able to skip this step.
-1. Enter the region of your Wii U and click `Generate`.
-1. A System menu hack will be generated in the text box below.
-1. Insert your SD card or USB drive into your PC.
-1. Open `/apps/priiloader/hacks_hash.ini` in a text editor, and paste the new system menu hack at the bottom of the file.
-1. Save the file, eject your SD card/USB drive from your PC, and put it back into your Wii U.
-1. Launch the `Load Priiloader` application from the Homebrew Channel.
-1. In the Priiloader menu, go to `System Menu Hacks`.
- 
-1. Scroll through the list, and press `A` to enable each of these hacks:
- + `Always Enable WiiConnect24 for vWii`
- + `Create Message via Calendar button`
- + `Fix NWC24iSetUniversalTime (UTC.....`
-1. Scroll down to `save settings`, press `A`, then press `B` to go back.
-1. Select `System Menu.`
-1. Return to the Wii U Menu, then go right back to Wii Mode.
-
-### What's currently working?
-The following RiiConnect24 services are **working** on the vWii:
-* Forecast Channel
-* News Channel
-* Everybody Votes Channel
-* Nintendo Channel
-* Check Mii Out Channel / Mii Contest Channel
-* Wii Mail (requires Priiloader's `Create message via Calendar button` hack)
-{: .notice--success}
-
-Most services that utilize WiiConnect24 will be able to work if you leave vWii running for several hours. There's no standby mode on the console.
-{: .notice--warning}
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-wiiu.txt b/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-wiiu.txt
deleted file mode 100644
index 73d2b7b00..000000000
--- a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24-wiiu.txt
+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,5 +0,0 @@
----
-title: "Redirecting..."
----
-
-
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24.md b/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24.md
index 1ce77d91e..2246aa63b 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/riiconnect24.md
@@ -11,13 +11,6 @@ For support (in English) with RiiConnect24, as well as RiiTag, join [RiiConnect2
[RiiConnect24](https://rc24.xyz/) allows you to use discontinued services from WiiConnect24, which include the News, Forecast, Everybody Votes, Nintendo and Check Mii Out Channel, along with Wii Mail.
-{% capture notice-1 %}
-This guide is for regular Wiis only.
-
-+ Follow [this tutorial](riiconnect24-vwii) if you'd like to install RiiConnect24 on vWii (Wii Mode on Wii U).
-+ Follow [this tutorial](riiconnect24-dolphin) if you'd like to install RiiConnect24 on Dolphin Emulator.
- {% endcapture %}
-
{{ notice-1 | markdownify }}
It's recommended to set your Wii to the current time before proceeding. Follow [this tutorial](rtc) in order to set it.
@@ -28,6 +21,9 @@ DO NOT INSTALL RIICONNECT24 ON A WII MINI! It will not work and it will brick th
### Requirements
+If you are on vWii, you will also need [Priiloader](priiloader) installed with the WC24 hacks.
+{: .notice--primary}
+
* An SD card or USB drive
* A Wii with an Internet connection
* A computer
@@ -59,13 +55,16 @@ DO NOT INSTALL RIICONNECT24 ON A WII MINI! It will not work and it will brick th
1. Be patient...
-1. After it's done, we would appreciate if you take a minute to send anonymous feedback to us. If you don't want to, close the patcher. All the files should already be on your SD Card.
+1. After it's done, you can send anonymous feedback to RiiConnect24. If you don't want to, close the patcher. All the files should already be on your SD Card.
1. If it did not copy everything automatically to your SD Card or USB Device, copy the `WAD` and `apps` folder next to `RiiConnect24Patcher.bat` to your SD Card or USB Device.
#### Section II - Installing WADs
+If you are using Dolphin, you are finished the guide. Install the WADs by going to `Tools -> Install WAD` within Dolphin.
+{: .notice--primary}
+
You will now install the patched IOS and Channel WADs that are required to use RiiConnect24.
1. Extract the YAWM ModMii Edition `.zip` file, and copy the `apps` folder to your SD card or USB drive.
@@ -87,7 +86,6 @@ You will now patch your `nwc24msg.cfg` file which is required in order to use Wi
{% capture notice-1 %}
The old DNS server `164.132.44.106` has been deprecated as of `June 1st, 2023` and is no longer available to use.
-[Read more here](riiconnect24-dns-update).
{% endcapture %}
{{ notice-1 | markdownify }}
@@ -123,13 +121,8 @@ If you get error 107304 or you see Nintendo's User Agreement without RiiConnect2
If you're getting errors such as `WiiConnect24 and Wii Shop Channel currently not being offered in your country`, go to Wii Settings -> Last Page -> Country and change it to United Kingdom. You will get this error when using a country that RiiConnect24 does not support.
{: .notice--warning}
-[Continue to WiiLink](wiilink)
-WiiLink lets you use the Japanese-exclusive channels known as Wii no Ma and Digicam Print Channel. This is optional to install.
+[Return to WiiConnect24](wiiconnect24)
{: .notice--info}
-[Continue to Wiimmfi](wiimmfi)
-Wiimmfi lets you play games online after the discontinuation of Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. This is optional to install.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-[Return to site index](site-navigation)
-{: .notice--info}
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/riivolution.md b/_pages/en_US/riivolution.md
index db8d44d71..eb85f918f 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/riivolution.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/riivolution.md
@@ -61,5 +61,5 @@ Do not get confused with the actual Riivolution app, and the Riivolution folder
```
-[Return to site index](site-navigation)
-{: .notice--info}
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/rssmii.md b/_pages/en_US/rssmii.md
index e9e481d3f..988924e61 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/rssmii.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/rssmii.md
@@ -66,5 +66,5 @@ If you're not receiving updates after a few days, you might need to subscribe to
1. Delete the `feeds.xml` file on the root of your SD card.
1. Launch RSSMii Remover from the Homebrew Channel. It will remove your subscriptions to the RSS feeds.
-[Return to site index](site-naviation)
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
{: .notice--info}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/site-navigation.md b/_pages/en_US/site-navigation.md
index 6039ebff2..da8e7b515 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/site-navigation.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/site-navigation.md
@@ -7,80 +7,72 @@ sitemap: false
{% capture notice-1 %}
-**Featured**
-
-+ [Kirby TV Channel](kirby-tv)
-+ [cIOS](cios)
-+ [RiiConnect24](riiconnect24)
-+ [WiiLink](wiilink)
-+ [Wiimmfi](wiimmfi)
-{% endcapture %}
-
{{ notice-1 | markdownify }}
-
-{% capture notice-2 %}
-**RiiConnect24, WiiLink, and Wiimmfi**
-
-+ [RiiConnect24](riiconnect24)
-+ [RiiConnect24 vWii](riiconnect24-vwii)
-+ [RiiConnect24 Dolphin](riiconnect24-dolphin)
-+ [RiiConnect24 DNS Update](riiconnect24-dns-update)
-+ [WiiLink](wiilink)
-+ [WiiLink Demae Domino's](wiilink-demae-dominos)
-+ [Wiimmfi](wiimmfi)
-+ [Kirby TV Channel](kirby-tv)
-+ [WiiWare Patcher](wiiwarepatcher)
-+ [Fixing FORE000006](riiconnect24-batteryfix)
-+ [Fixing NEWS000006](news000006)
-
-**Modding 101**
-
-+ [BlueBomb](bluebomb)
-+ [BootMii Backup](bootmii)
-+ [BootMii Recovery](bootmiirecover)
-+ [cIOS](cios)
-+ [Dos and Don'ts of Wii Modding](dosanddonts)
-+ [FlashHax](flashhax)
-+ [Homebrew Browser](hbb)
-+ [Homebrew Channel](hbc)
-+ [LetterBomb](letterbomb)
-+ [ModMii](modmii)
-+ [Priiloader](priiloader)
-+ [Relaunching the HackMii Installer](hackmii)
-+ [str2hax](str2hax)
-+ [Types of Bricks](bricks)
-+ [Wilbrand](wilbrand)
-+ [YAWM ModMii Edition](yawmme)
-
-**Homebrew**
-
-+ [Creating Wii Game Shortcuts](wiigsc)
-+ [GameCube Backup Manager](gcbackupmanager)
-+ [How to dump Channels (WADs)](dump-wads)
-+ [How to dump GameCube/Wii Games](dump-games)
-+ [Installing RSSMii](rssmii)
-+ [Installing Wii Menu Themes](themes)
-+ [Installing Wii Menu Themes on vWii](themes-vwii)
-+ [Managing GameCube Save Files](gcsaves)
-+ [Nintendont](nintendont)
-+ [Performing a SysCheck](syscheck)
-+ [Playing Wii Game Mods](riivolution)
-+ [Removing RSSMii](rssmii-remove)
-+ [Setting RTC Time](rtc)
-+ [Updating Wii Menu to v4.3](update)
-+ [USB Loader GX](usbloadergx)
-+ [Wii Backup Manager](wiibackupmanager)
-+ [WiiFlow](wiiflow)
-
-**Wii mini**
-
-+ [Installing the Homebrew Channel on the Wii mini](hbc-mini)
-+ [Installing cIOS on the Wii mini](cios-mini)
-
**Site**
-
+ [Home](/)
+ [Get Started](get-started)
+ [FAQ](faq)
+ [Donations](donations)
{% endcapture %}
+
+
+{% capture notice-6 %}
+**Wii mini**
++ [Installing the Homebrew Channel on the Wii mini](hbc-mini)
++ [Installing cIOS on the Wii mini](cios-mini)
+{% endcapture %}
+
{{ notice-6 | markdownify }}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/str2hax.md b/_pages/en_US/str2hax.md
index d7a1a5d15..3dd35d020 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/str2hax.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/str2hax.md
@@ -15,6 +15,17 @@ str2hax is an exploit for the Wii that is triggered by loading the Wii's End Use
### Instructions
+#### Common issues
+
+If you get the normal User Agreements, your ISP blocks the use of custom DNS. Please [use another exploit](get-started).
+{: .notice--warning}
+
+If the HackMii Installer doesn't load after more than 2 minutes, or you receive an error like `Hanging.` or `ERROR! if_config (ret = ...)`, please restart your Wii and try again.
+{: .notice--warning}
+
+If you have installed a mod like CTGP Revolution or Project+, str2hax may load that instead. If it does, restart your Wii and try again without your SD card inserted.
+{: .notice--warning}
+
#### Section I - Connecting
This exploit requires you to set your DNS in order to connect to a server that contains the exploit.
@@ -58,15 +69,4 @@ This exploit requires you to set your DNS in order to connect to a server that c
[Continue to Homebrew Channel and BootMii Installation](hbc)
-{: .notice--info}
-
-#### Common issues
-
-If you get the normal User Agreements, your ISP blocks the use of custom DNS. Please [use another exploit](get-started).
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-If the HackMii Installer doesn't load after more than 2 minutes, or you receive an error like `Hanging.` or `ERROR! if_config (ret = ...)`, please restart your Wii and try again.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-If you have installed a mod like CTGP Revolution or Project+, str2hax may load that instead. If it does, restart your Wii and try again without your SD card inserted.
-{: .notice--warning}
+{: .notice--info}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/syscheck.md b/_pages/en_US/syscheck.md
index eb06e70d4..ab84e990a 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/syscheck.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/syscheck.md
@@ -26,3 +26,6 @@ A SysCheck lists all the IOS and cIOS that are on your Wii, along with some info
1. After it finishes, press the `A` Button if you want to view the log.
1. If you want to share the SysCheck, you can press the `A` Button, which will upload it to [syscheck.rc24.xyz](http://syscheck.rc24.xyz/) and give you a link. You can also share the `sysCheck.csv` saved to the root of your SD Card or USB Drive. The `IOSsysCheck.log` file (saved to the root as well) contains additional information about your IOS.
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/themes-vwii.md b/_pages/en_US/themes-vwii.md
index 00e717525..c346d3d17 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/themes-vwii.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/themes-vwii.md
@@ -119,3 +119,6 @@ If you did everything correctly, you should now have your custom theme installed
1. Select the .app file you copied to the SD card at the end of section 2 as if you were installing a theme.
1. Select Install and wait until it finishes.
1. When it's done, you can exit MyMenuify.
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/themes.md b/_pages/en_US/themes.md
index 13fb3a5d5..423bcaa61 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/themes.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/themes.md
@@ -1,30 +1,54 @@
---
-title: "Installing Wii Menu Themes"
+title: "Wii Themes"
---
{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-Are you tired of the boring, plain white theme on your Wii Menu, and want a cool theme instead? This tutorial will help you get a new theme for your Wii Menu!
+This guide is intended to be the last you will ever need when it comes to theming on the Wii, not only providing instructions for the Wii Menu through MyMenuifyMod, but also with themes on WiiFlow Lite, USB Loader GX, and The Homebrew Channel. Additionally, forwarders are covered.
-To protect against bricks, [make sure you install Priiloader](priiloader). Also, install [BootMii](bootmii) (as Boot2 if you have an early Wii, otherwise IOS). Installing brick protection along with following the guide correctly should keep you safe from bricks. DO NOT CONTINUE UNTIL YOU HAVE INSTALLED PRIILOADER AND BOOTMII!
+DO NOT CONTINUE WITH THIS GUIDE UNLESS YOU HAVE ADEQUATE BRICK PROTECTION, SPECIFICALLY [BOOTMII](bootmii) AND [PRIILOADER](priiloader)!
{: .notice--danger}
-Only install themes on your Wii that have been formatted specifically for it, and its current region.
-Installing themes from the wrong region or version on your Wii will cause a brick. This tutorial will tell you how to create a .csm file that is safe to install.
-{: .notice--danger}
-
-This guide is intended for regular Wiis only.
-For installing themes on vWii (Wii U), follow [this page](themes-vwii).
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-For safety purposes, please do not use any other version of MyMenuify than the one linked here, as MyMenuify Mod is the safest way to install a theme.
+MyMenuifyMod has built in safety features to prevent from installing bad or corrupt Wii Menu themes, please opt to use it as it is one of the safest methods of installing them.
{: .notice--warning}
Do not use any other version of ThemeMii than the one linked here, as ThemeMii Mod allows you to make a theme for Wii Menu version 4.3, other versions may not.
{: .notice--warning}
-We recommend you [install cIOS](cios) before continuing.
-{: .notice--info}
+### Wii Menu Themes
+
+Only install themes on your Wii that have been formatted specifically for it, and its current region. Installing themes from the wrong region or version on your Wii will cause a [brick](bricks#theme-brick). This tutorial will tell you how to create a .csm file that is safe to install.
+{: .notice--danger}
+
+### Wii Menu (vWii) Themes
+
+### WiiFlow Lite Themes
+
+### USB Loader GX Themes
+
+### Homebrew Channel Themes
+
+#### Requirements
++ A modded Wii
++ An SD card or USB device
++ A Linux/Mac OS/Windows PC with an internet connection
++ A [theme](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Homebrew_Channel/Themes) from WiiBrew
+
+#### Instructions
+1. Download a theme `.zip` file from the website linked above.
+
+1. Paste the `.zip` into the `apps` folder on your storage device where you load homebrew.
+
+1. Extract the contents of the `.zip` into the `apps` folder, and delete the archive.
+
+1. Reinsert the storage device into your Wii and enter the Homebrew Channel.
+1. The theme you just installed can be loaded in the same way that you access a standard app.
+
+1. The theme should now be loaded, enjoy!
+
+
+
+### App Forwarders
### Requirements
@@ -80,3 +104,6 @@ MAKE SURE YOU READ THE WARNINGS ABOVE BEFORE CONTINUING!
If you get an error saying "The system files are corrupted" or a black screen, don't panic as long as you installed Priiloader. Turn off your Wii, then hold down the RESET button down and turn on your Wii. You should be able to boot into the Priiloader menu, where you have some options to fix your Wii Menu. One of the options is to launch the Homebrew Channel, where you can launch MyMenuify Mod and press a button to download and install the original Wii Menu theme.
{: .notice--info}
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/update.md b/_pages/en_US/update.md
index c97de3b62..de4f40899 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/update.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/update.md
@@ -50,3 +50,6 @@ Your Wii must be modded in order to perform this. If it isn't, then it's best to
1. Navigate to the Wii Menu WAD and press A twice to install it.
1. When prompted to retain Priiloader, press A to confirm.
1. After they are successfully installed, press the HOME Button to exit back to the Homebrew Channel.
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/usb-loaders.md b/_pages/en_US/usb-loaders.md
new file mode 100644
index 000000000..2aff5b066
--- /dev/null
+++ b/_pages/en_US/usb-loaders.md
@@ -0,0 +1,158 @@
+---
+title: "USB Loaders"
+---
+
+This guide will introduce you to USB loaders on the Wii. They can be primarily used to load game backups that were dumped from a retail game disc. Depending on the loader, there may also be extensions to allow it to function as a frontend for non-Wii games as well. The two most commonly used loaders are USB Loader GX and WiiFlow Lite (a regularly updated mod of the original WiiFlow) - one loader may work better for you than the other, so it's worth trying both out.
+
+**Note about Configurable USB Loader:**
+Due to the age and lack of support for Configurable USB Loader (last update was in 2011), this guide does not provide dedicated installation instructions. If enough demand is there, it may be added in the future.
+{: .notice--warning}
+
+In order for a USB loader to function properly, you must have the correct cIOS installed. Please check [this](cios) guide for instructions if you are on Wii, and [this](cios-mini) guide if you are on Wii mini.
+{: .notice--warning}
+
+To play games, you are advised to use a large SD card or an external hard drive, flash drives are very sporadic in functionality. See [storage FAQ](faq).
+{: .notice--info}
+
+Forwarders to open these loaders on the Wii Menu can be found on the Open Shop Channel for [WiiFlow Lite](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiiflow_channel_installer) or on the official SourceForge page for [USB Loader GX](https://sourceforge.net/projects/usbloadergx/files/Releases/Forwarders/USB%20Loader%20GX-UNEO_Forwarder_5_1_AHBPROT.wad/download). You can install either with [YAWM ModMii Edition](yawmme).
+{: .notice--info}
+
+### Differences between WiiFlow Lite and USB Loader GX
+
++ WiiFlow Lite has a more advanced user interface in terms of animation and effects, and supports themes.
+ + SD cards are fully supported for loading Wii games on WiiFlow Lite.
+ + WiiFlow Lite has a plugin system.
+ + While the original WiiFlow was last updated in 2014, the WiiFlow Lite fork is still recieving regular updates.
+ 
++ USB Loader GX is primarily modeled after the Wii Menu, and supports themes.
+ + While SD cards were previously unsupported for loading Wii games on USB Loader GX, recent updates have introduced support into the loader. Compatability may be hit or miss.
+ + USB Loader GX has no plugin system.
+ + USB Loader GX still recieves regular updates.
+ 
+
+### WiiFlow Lite
+
+#### Requirements
++ A modded Wii
++ Fully installed [cIOS](cios)
++ [WiiFlow](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiiflow)
+
+#### Installation
+
+1. Ensure that your Wii already has cIOS 248-251 installed - this can be checked with applications like [SysChecker](syscheck) or d2x cIOS installer.
+1. Download WiiFlow and install it on your SD Card or USB device.
+
+#### Quick Start Guide
+
+##### General
+
++ WiiFlow by default is set to only find games on the SD card. This can be changed by going to `Settings > Startup Settings` to then turn off `Mount SD Only`.
++ You can toggle the current view in Wiiflow between plugins, games, homebrew, and Wii channels by clicking the button to the left of `Home`, on the bottom right.
++ You can download game covers by going to `Settings` > `Download Covers and Banners`.
+
+##### User Interface
+
+When WiiFlow detects games, they are displayed in flow view.
+When you click on a game, you are given these options:
++ Star - Adds game to favorites.
++ Bookshelf - Adds the game to 1 of 6 categories of your choosing.
++ Gears - Opens the settings menu for that game - these settings are unique to that game and that game only.
++ X - Deletes the game from the USB drive or SD card.
+
+When you bring the cursor to the bottom of the screen while in flow view, there are 6 icons:
++ Bookshelf - View the games that are sorted in the categories you chose.
++ Star - View games you favorited.
++ Gears - Opens WiiFlow Settings.
++ Game Type - Toggles between different types of apps/games. The logo changes depending on what game type you have selected.
++ Disc - Loads a game that is in the disc drive.
++ House - Opens the menu below. The menu can also be launched by pressing the home button.
+
+
+
++ Help Guide - Shows all the controls you can use in WiiFlow.
++ Reload Cache - Press this to allow WiiFlow to rescan for games on the USB device or SD card.
++ File Explorer - Allows you to explore the directory listing on your USB device or SD card and select an individual game or executable.
++ Select Plugins - Allows you to select plugins.
++ Credits - Shows the people who worked on WiiFlow.
++ Shutdown - Allows you to go into full shutdown or standby mode.
++ Exit To - Lets you exit to Wii Menu, Homebrew Channel, neek2o, Priiloader, or Bootmii.
++ Settings - Opens the global WiiFlow settings menu.
+
+### USB Loader GX
+
+#### Requirements
++ A modded Wii
++ Fully installed [cIOS](cios)
++ [USB Loader GX](https://oscwii.org/library/app/usbloader_gx)
+
+#### Installation
+
+1. Ensure that your Wii already has cIOS 248-251 installed - this can be checked with applications like [SysChecker](syscheck) or d2x cIOS installer.
+1. Download USB Loader GX and install it on your SD Card or USB device.
+
+#### Quick Start Guide
+
+##### General
+
++ If USB Loader GX says "Waiting for HDD..." with a 20 second countdown, it is very likely that it cannot detect your USB device. Try to exit out of the app, plug your USB device into the opposite port that it is currently in, and relaunch it.
++ You can press the 1 Button on your Wii Remote to open up a dialog to download game covers and artwork from [GameTDB](https://gametdb.com/). It might take a while to download the game covers and artwork, depending the amount of games you have.
++ GameCube or "custom" Wii games may or may not have a custom banner that USB Loader GX uses. To enable this, find or write `CustomBannersURL = http://banner.rc24.xyz/` in `config/GXGlobal.cfg` on the drive you installed the app on. Then, you can use the `Custom Banner` download by pressing the 1 Button on your Wii Remote.
+
+##### User Interface
+
+On the middle of the bottom of the screen, you can see how much space is free on your USB drive and how many games you have.
+
+These are the functions of the buttons found on the bar at the top of the screen, from left to right:
+
++ Star - Shows games that you have marked as "favorites".
++ Search - Lets you search for games by name.
++ Sort - Cycles through sorting methods for games.
++ Platform - Sorts games by platform.
++ Category - Sorts games by category.
++ List - Shows games in a list view.
++ Multi-Cover View - Shows games in a multi-cover view.
++ Cover Carousel View - Shows games in a carousel view.
++ Wii Menu View - Shows games in a Wii Menu view.
++ Parental Control - Locks USB Loader GX.
++ Disc - Loads a game that is in the disc drive.
+
+There are also other buttons at the bottom of the screen:
+
++ (+) Icon - "Install" a game, i.e. loading it from disc and dumping it to your preset storage device.
++ Gears - Global settings for USB Loader GX.
++ SD card - Remount the SD card.
++ Homebrew - Load homebrew apps.
++ Wii - Open the HOME Menu.
++ Power Button - Turn off your Wii.
+
+### Troubleshooting
+
+Although the majority of games should work as-is with default settings, some may require using a specific cIOS to function, or to utilize certain features within the game.
+Examples include:
+
++ Using a keyboard in Animal Crossing: City Folk.
++ Running SpongeBob's Boating Bash.
+
+A more comprehensive (although still incomplete) list can be found [here](https://wiki.gbatemp.net/wiki/Wii_cIOS_base_Compatibility_List).
+
+To change the cIOS used for a specific game, follow the instructions specific to your USB loader:
+
+#### USB Loader GX
+1. Select the game that isn't working.
+1. Click Settings.
+1. Select `Game Load`.
+1. Scroll down to `Game IOS`.
+1. Enter the IOS slot to use.
+ + Try using 250 or 251, if 249 doesn't work.
+1. Press OK and try to load the game.
+
+#### WiiFlow
+1. Select the game that isn't working.
+1. Click the gear icon.
+1. Go to cIOS and use the arrows to select the IOS slot to use.
+ + Try using 250 or 251, if 249 doesn't work.
+1. Press Save and try to load the game.
+
+[Continue to Nintendont](nintendont)
+Now that you have installed a USB loader of some type for Wii games, you can install a similar type of application for effectively native playback of GameCube games.
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/usbloadergx.md b/_pages/en_US/usbloadergx.md
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+++ /dev/null
@@ -1,90 +0,0 @@
----
-title: "USB Loader GX"
----
-
-{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-
-This is a quick start guide on how to use USB Loader GX, a popular USB loader for the Wii that's used to play games from a USB drive.
-
-Despite its name, USB Loader GX is also capable of loading games from an SD Card.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-
-
-### Requirements
-
-* A Wii
-* A USB drive or SD Card
-* [USB Loader GX](https://oscwii.org/library/app/usbloader_gx)
-
-Make sure you have installed [cIOS](/cios) before following this!
-{: .notice--info}
-
-To copy game backups over, use [Wii Backup Manager](/wiibackupmanager) if you use Windows, [Witgui](https://desairem.com/wordpress/category/witgui-download/) if you use macOS, or [Wii Backup Fusion](https://github.com/larsenv/Wii-Backup-Fusion) for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-If you want to play games that are in NKit format, use [this program](https://gbatemp.net/download/nkit.36157/) to convert them to ISO first.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-If you are not copying games using Wii Backup Manager, Witgui, or Wii Backup Fusion, make a folder on the root of the USB drive or SD card named "wbfs" and put the games in there.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-To play games, you are advised to use a large SD card or an external hard drive, flash drives are very sporadic in functionality. See [storage FAQ](faq).
-{: .notice--info}
-
-Make sure your USB drive is formatted as FAT32. Do not format it as other types such as exFAT or extFS.
-You may format it as NTFS, but it won't work with a majority of apps (eg. The Homebrew Channel, Nintendont)
-{: .notice--info}
-
-### Instructions
-
-#### Downloading
-
-1. Extract USB Loader GX and put it in the `apps` folder on your USB drive or SD card.
-1. Insert your USB drive, and SD card if you're using one, into your Wii and launch USB Loader GX from the Homebrew Channel.
-
-#### Getting Started
-
-There is no "guide" to use the USB Loader GX app. This is intended to help you learn how to use it, by giving you a quick start. You should be able to figure out all the great features of USB Loader GX by using it.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-+ If USB Loader GX says "Waiting for HDD..." with a 20 seconds countdown, it's likely that it can't find the USB drive. Try to exit out of the app, and then relaunch it after you put the USB drive in the other port of the Wii.
-+ You can press the 1 Button on your Wii Remote to open up a dialog to download game covers and artwork from [GameTDB](https://gametdb.com/). It might take a while to download the game covers and artwork, depending on how many games you have.
-+ There are WADs that can open up USB Loader GX if you load it from the Wii Menu. This is called a forwarder WAD. An official forwarder WAD can be found [here](https://sourceforge.net/projects/usbloadergx/files/Releases/Forwarders/USB%20Loader%20GX-UNEO_Forwarder_5_1_AHBPROT.wad), and a version for the vWii (Wii U) can be found [here](https://sourceforge.net/projects/usbloadergx/files/Releases/Forwarders/USB%20Loader%20GX-UNEO_Forwarder_5_1_AHBPROT_vWii%20%28Fix%29.wad).
-+ GameCube or "custom" Wii games may or may not have a custom banner that USB Loader GX uses. To enable this, find or write `CustomBannersURL = http://banner.rc24.xyz/` in config/GXGlobal.cfg on your USB drive. Then you can use the "Custom Banner" download by pressing the 1 Button on your Wii Remote.
-
-#### User Interface
-
-There are multiple buttons in the USB Loader GX interface.
-
-##### Main Menu
-
-These are the functions the buttons found on the top of the main menu do, from left to right:
-
-+ Star - Shows games that you have marked as "favorites".
-+ Search - Lets you search for games by name.
-+ Sort - Cycles through sorting methods for games.
-+ Platform - Choose to sort games by platform.
-+ Category - Sorts games by category.
-+ List - Shows games in a list view.
-+ Multi-Cover View - Shows games in a multi-cover view.
-+ Cover Carousel View - Shows games in a carousel view.
-+ Wii Menu View - Shows games in a Wii Menu view.
-+ Parental Control - Locks USB Loader GX.
-+ Disc - Loads a game via disc.
-
-Pressing any game will allow you to play the game by pressing "Start".
-
-There are also other buttons:
-
-+ (+) Icon - "Install" a game, i.e. loading it from disc and dumping it.
-+ Gears - Settings for USB Loader GX.
-+ SD card - Remount the SD card.
-+ Homebrew - Load homebrew apps.
-+ Wii - Open up the HOME Menu, which can also be accessed by pressing the HOME Button on the Wii Remote.
-+ Power Button - Turn off your Wii.
-
-On the middle of the bottom of the screen, you can see how much space is free on your USB drive and how many games you have.
-
-[Return to site index](site-navigation)
-{: .notice--info}
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/wiibackupmanager.md b/_pages/en_US/wiibackupmanager.md
index 90c080b31..96ce13d71 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/wiibackupmanager.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/wiibackupmanager.md
@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ Wii Backup Manager is a program to copy Wii games from your computer to a USB dr
* [Wii Backup Manager](https://static.wiidatabase.de/Wii-Backup-Manager.zip)
-We recommend you copy games over with [Witgui](https://desairem.com/wordpress/category/witgui-download/) if you use macOS, or [Wii Backup Fusion](https://github.com/larsenv/Wii-Backup-Fusion) for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Wii Backup Manager is only compatible with Windows.
+It is recommended you copy games over with [Witgui](https://desairem.com/wordpress/category/witgui-download/) if you use macOS, or [Wii Backup Fusion](https://github.com/larsenv/Wii-Backup-Fusion) for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Wii Backup Manager is only compatible with Windows.
{: .notice--info}
For storing multiple games, we recommend an external hard drive for your Wii. We will refer to it as a "USB drive" in this guide. Most of those found on the market should work fine.
@@ -55,6 +55,5 @@ cIOS is needed for your Wii to use a USB Loader.
You can now use [USB Loader GX](usbloadergx) or [WiiFlow](wiiflow) to play games from your USB drive or SD card.
{: .notice--info}
-[Continue to site navigation](site-navigation)
-We have many other tutorials that you might like.
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
{: .notice--info}
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/wiiconnect24.md b/_pages/en_US/wiiconnect24.md
index d632e6299..2eede1fa5 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/wiiconnect24.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/wiiconnect24.md
@@ -2,15 +2,15 @@
title: "WiiConnect24"
---
-This guide provides different means of regaining WiiConnect24 functionality on your console. Although not at all nessecary, it is a "nice to have" feature that brings functionality back to Forecast/News Channel, Wii No Ma, Nintendo Channel, Check Mii Out Channel, and more. Please bear in mind, the functionality you gain depends entirely on what service(s) you use.
+This guide provides different means of regaining WiiConnect24 functionality on your console. Although not at all nessecary, it is a "nice to have" feature that was originally used for online connectivity in certain applications on the console. These apps include the Forecast/News Channel, Nintendo Channel, Check Mii Out Channel, some Japan-exclusive channels, and more. Please bear in mind, the functionality you gain depends entirely on what service(s) you use.
-## Service Overview
+### Service Overview
-### Note about service compatability:
+#### Note about service compatability:
Both services listed below are compatible with one another and can be loaded on the same console. With this said, it should be noted that when installing one channel over the other (WiiLink's Forecast Channel over RiiConect24's Forecast Channel for example), the channel you are installing will overwrite the old one.
-### WiiLink
-A newer WC24/Japanese channel revival service that started in 2020, but is rapidly regained functionality in many different channels. The channels that are revived are listed below:
+#### WiiLink
+A newer WC24/Japanese channel revival service that started in 2020, but is rapidly regaining functionality in many different channels. The channels that are revived are listed below:
+ Japan Exclusive
+ Wii no Ma (Wii Room)
@@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ A newer WC24/Japanese channel revival service that started in 2020, but is rapid
Their guide can be found [here](https://www.wiilink24.com/guide/1welcome/).
-### RiiConnect24
+#### RiiConnect24
The oldest extant WC24 revival service, currently only with support for the worldwide WC24 channels as well as mail services. These are listed below:
+ Forecast/News Channel
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/wiiflow.md b/_pages/en_US/wiiflow.md
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----
-title: "WiiFlow"
----
-
-{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-
-
-
-This is a quick start guide on how to use WiiFlow, a USB loader for the Wii that's used to play games from a USB drive or SD card.
-
-### Requirements
-
-* A Wii
-* A USB drive and/or SD card
-* [WiiFlow Lite](https://oscwii.org/library/app/wiiflow)
-
-Make sure you have installed [cIOS](/cios) before following this!
-{: .notice--info}
-
-To copy game backups over, use [Wii Backup Manager](/wiibackupmanager) if you use Windows, [Witgui](https://desairem.com/wordpress/category/witgui-download/) if you use macOS, or [Wii Backup Fusion](https://github.com/larsenv/Wii-Backup-Fusion) for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-If you want to play games that are in NKit format, use [this program](https://gbatemp.net/download/nkit.36157/) to convert them to ISO first.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-If you are not copying games using Wii Backup Manager, Witgui, or Wii Backup Fusion, make a folder on the root of the USB drive or SD card named "wbfs" and put the games in there.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-To play games, you are advised to use a large SD card or an external hard drive, flash drives are very sporadic in functionality. See [storage FAQ](faq).
-{: .notice--info}
-
-Make sure your USB drive is formatted as FAT32. Do not format it as other types such as exFAT or extFS.
-You may format it as NTFS, but it won't work with a majority of apps (eg. The Homebrew Channel, Nintendont)
-{: .notice--info}
-
-WiiFlow can load games from an SD card or a USB drive.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-### Instructions
-
-#### Downloading
-
-1. Extract WiiFlow and put the `apps` and `WiiFlow` folders on your USB drive or SD card.
-1. Insert your USB drive, and SD card if you're using one, into your Wii and launch WiiFlow from the Homebrew Channel.
-
-#### Getting Started
-
-This is not a full comprehensive guide on using WiiFlow. This is intended to help you learn how to use it, by giving you a quick start. You should be able to figure out all the great features of WiiFlow by using it.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-+ WiiFlow by default is set to only find games on the SD card. This can be changed by going in to settings, startup settings then turn off "Mount SD Only".
-+ You can toggle between viewing Wii games, GameCube games, Wii Channels, Plugins, Homebrew apps by clicking the button second to last button on the right.
-+ You can download game covers by going to "Settings" then "Download Covers and Banners"
-
-#### User Interface
-
-When WiiFlow detects games, they are displayed in flow view. When you click on a game you are given these options:
-
-+ Star - Adds game to favorites.
-+ Bookshelf - Adds the game to 1 of 6 categories of your choosing.
-+ Gears - Opens the settings menu for the specific game. Changing settings here will only effect the game you changed the settings for.
-+ X - Deletes the game from the USB drive or SD card
-
-When you bring the cursor to the bottom of the screen while in flow view, there are 6 icons:
-
-+ Bookshelf - View the games that are sorted in the categories you chose.
-+ Star - View games you favorited.
-+ Gears - Opens WiiFlow Settings.
-+ Game Type - Toggles between different types of apps/games. The logo changes depending on what game type you have selected.
-+ Disc - Loads game that is in disc drive.
-+ House - Will open this menu. This menu can also be launched by pressing the home button.
-
-
-
-+ Help Guide - Shows all the controls you can use in WiiFlow.
-+ Reload Cache - Press this when WiiFlow is not detecting a new game on the USB drive or SD card.
-+ File Explorer - Allows you to boot games/apps from anywhere on your USB drive or SD card.
-+ Select Plugins - Allows you to select plugins.
-+ Credits - Shows the people who worked on WiiFlow.
-+ Shutdown - Allows you to either go into full shutdown, or Standby mode.
-+ Exit To - Lets you exit to Wii Menu, HBC, neek2o, Priiloader and Bootmii.
-+ Settings - Will open the WiiFlow Settings menu
-
-#### Options once complete
-
-[Continue to site navigation](site-navigation)
-We have many other tutorials that you might like.
-{: .notice--info}
diff --git a/_pages/en_US/wiigsc.md b/_pages/en_US/wiigsc.md
index 3f6f137d4..a399edc2e 100644
--- a/_pages/en_US/wiigsc.md
+++ b/_pages/en_US/wiigsc.md
@@ -15,8 +15,8 @@ Do NOT make a shortcut for the games "Mario Party 9" or "A Boy and His Blob". It
### Requirements
* A Wii
-* A USB drive.
-* A WAD Manager ([YAWM ModMii Edition](yawmme) is recommended).
+* A USB drive
+* [YAWM ModMii Edition](yawmme)
* A Windows computer.
* [WiiGSC](https://wiidatabase.de/downloads/pc-tools/wiigsc-ehemals-crap/)
@@ -34,3 +34,6 @@ If you get an error saying "The system files are corrupted", don't panic as long
Turn off your Wii, then hold down the RESET button down and turn on your Wii. You should be able to boot into the Priiloader menu.
Simply enter the Homebrew Channel, and use your WAD manager to uninstall the WAD.
+
+[Click here to go back to the site index.](site-navigation)
+{: .notice--info}
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diff --git a/_pages/en_US/wiilink-demae-dominos.md b/_pages/en_US/wiilink-demae-dominos.md
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----
-title: WiiLink Food Delivery Channel (Domino's) Guide
----
-
-{% include toc title="Table of Contents" %}
-
-If you need help for anything regarding this tutorial, please join [the WiiLink Discord server](https://discord.gg/wiilink-750581992223146074).
-{: .notice--info}
-
-You no longer need to pay $1 to get and use Food Delivery Channel (Domino's). It's now completely _free_!
-{: .notice--info}
-
-As this service places an order to Domino's Pizza, payment is required at the door. This is usually in the form of cash, although credit/debit card machines are possible if the delivery person has one.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-Currently, only the USA and Canada are supported.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-You cannot use the default Dolphin NAND with this service. You must use your own NAND dump. This can be done in Dolphin by going to the toolbar and clicking `Tools -> Manage NAND -> Import BootMii NAND Backup`.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-### Requirements
-
-* An SD card or USB drive
-* A Wii console with an active internet connection
-* A computer with an active internet connection
-* A Discord account
-
-### Instructions
-
-#### Section I - Getting Started
-
-1. Download the latest version of the WiiLink Patcher, available [here](https://github.com/WiiLink24/WiiLink24-Patcher/tree/csharp-ver).
-1. Make sure to download the version in the README that corresponds to your operating system.
-1. Launch the patcher and begin the setup process.
-1. When you see the setup screen, select `1. English Translation` in order to gain access to the Food Delivery Channel (Domino's) channel.
- 
-1. Next, you’ll see this screen, asking which version of Food Delivery Channel you want, so you’ll want to pick `2. Domino's (US and Canada only)`
- 
-1. After that, you can go through the rest of the process, but once you reach this step, be sure to pick the correct console platform you’re installing this on, as it will matter when using the app.
- 
-
-#### Section II - Registering your Console ID
-
-1. After completing the setup process, go to the [**WiiLink Discord server**](https://discord.gg/wiilink-750581992223146074) to register your Wii's console ID.
-1. Use the `Get Console ID` Homebrew app, that was given by the patcher, to retrieve your system's console ID.
-1. Visit the `#dominos-chat` channel on the Discord server.
-1. Type the command `/dominos ` in the chat, replacing `` with your actual console ID. Make sure the ID is in the parameter box, otherwise the command will not work and will be posted publicly on the channel.
-1. Double-check that you've typed the correct console ID, as it can't be re-registered. If you need to re-register, ask a staff member in the server for assistance.
-
-#### Section III - Installing WADs
-
-You will now install the Food Delivery Channel and Set Personal Data channels.
-
-1. Put your SD card or USB drive in your Wii.
-1. After registering your console ID, go to the Homebrew Channel and launch YAWM ModMii Edition.
-1. In the WAD Manager menu, locate `Food Channel (Domino's) (English).wad`.
-1. Also locate `WiiLink_SPD (Wii).wad` or `WiiLink_SPD (vWii).wad`, depending on your console platform.
-1. Select both WADs by pressing `+` on each one.
-1. Press `A` to install the selected WADs.
-
-If you happen to get `Error -1022` when installing `Food Channel (Domino's) (English).wad`, uninstall the channel by selecting the WAD with `-` and pressing `A`. Then, re-install the WAD.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-#### Section IV - Setting your address information
-
-WiiLink never stores your personal data. For more information on what is used, read our [Privacy Policy](https://www.wiilink24.com/privacy-policy).
-{: .notice--info}
-
-You are responsible for entering your correct address information. Failure to do so may result in orders not succeeding.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-In this section you will be setting your address information. This is required for proper usage of Demae Domino's.
-
-1. Launch the Food Delivery Channel from the Wii Menu.
-1. If you have not previously set your address information, a prompt telling you to set it will appear. Press the `Address Info` button. Otherwise, click the `Change Address Information` button in the main menu.
-1. Now you are in the Address Information menu. Press the arrows to traverse screens. Here you will enter your data. When you are finished, click the `Done` button and then `Demae`.
- 
- 
-
-#### Section V - Placing an order
-
-This section requires you to have cash to pay for your meal.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-If you have used the standard version of the Food Delivery Channel before, go to the `Wii Menu settings` -> `Data Management` -> `Save Data` -> `Wii`, then find the Food Delivery Channel icon and click "Erase" to delete the existing save data.
-{: .notice--warning}
-
-If you have previously placed an order, skip to step 4.
-{: .notice--info}
-
-1. Launch the Food Delivery Channel (aka. Food Channel) from the Wii Menu
-1. Follow the on-screen instructions, then click `Order` in the main menu.
- 
-1. You will now be prompted to select your region. Be sure to select your residing country correctly. Failure to do so will result in restaurants failing to load. You will then be prompted to select your state/province, then city. If your city is not on the list, you can select any one as it does not matter.
-1. Click the `Pizza` button. This will load all the restaurants in your area. The first restaurant in the list is the one closest to you.
-1. Click `See Menu` to list the different menu categories. Click the category you would like, then select a food item. In the item screen, you can add toppings and adjust quantity.
-1. After adding a food item, you will be brought to the basket. To add a food item, scroll to the bottom and select `Add Order`. To proceed to checkout, click `Next`.
-1. Review your order thoroughly before placing the order. When you are ready, click the big green `Order` button.