How to Load Wii Games from SD and Save to Wii U

Are you looking to transfer your Wii games to your new Wii U console? It's a straightforward process that requires some preparation and caution. In this article, we'll guide you through the steps to load your Wii games from an SD card and save them on your Wii U.

Before starting the transfer, make sure you have the following requirements met:

* A Wii console with a compatible SD card containing the games you want to transfer

* A Wii U console with an SD card slot

* A Wii Shop Channel account with funds and points (if applicable)

Step 1: Prepare Your SD Card

Before transferring your games, make sure you have enough space on your SD card. If any Wii Points that are about to be transferred exceed the point limit, the transfer cannot be performed.

Step 2: Move Software to Wii System Memory

If there's software you want to transfer and it's stored on your SD Card, use the data management tool to move it to the Wii System Memory. This is because any software data will be overwritten with the Wii Console's data during the transfer process.

Step 3: Transfer Software and Save Data

Open the system transfer tool on your Wii U console and select 'Wii System Transfer' from the menu. Follow the instructions to prepare for the transfer, including loading the Wii System Transfer tool on your Wii console.

Step 4: Load Games from SD Card

Insert the SD card containing the games you want to transfer into your Wii console. Wait for further instructions on the screen and then load the transfer tool.

Step 5: Transfer Process

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the transfer process. The system transfer cannot be undone, as most Wii/Wii U software is incompatible. Please save any important data in another SD card or an external drive before proceeding.

Step 6: Redownload Software (If Necessary)

Some Wii software channels that are compatible with the Wii U may require redownloading from the Wii Shop Channel at no cost. All funds and points on your Wii Shop Channel account will be transferred to your Wii U account.

Step 7: Load Transferred Games

Once the transfer process is complete, switch back to your Wii U console and load the SD card containing the transferred games.

Tips and Considerations:

* Any data currently on the SD Card used for the transfer will be lost.

* Some Wii software channels may not be compatible with the Wii U, so it's essential to check compatibility before transferring.

* If you have any Mii's stored in the Mii Channel, they will be overwritten during the transfer process.

By following these steps and precautions, you should be able to successfully load your Wii games from an SD card and save them on your Wii U console. Remember to back up your important data and funds before transferring to avoid any potential losses.

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