diff --git a/docs/.vitepress/i18n/en_US.js b/docs/.vitepress/i18n/en_US.js index 4d52058d4de..efa210f32f1 100644 --- a/docs/.vitepress/i18n/en_US.js +++ b/docs/.vitepress/i18n/en_US.js @@ -53,7 +53,7 @@ const themeConfig = { }, sidebar_common ], - [`/bootmii`]: [ + [`/bootmiirecover`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ @@ -62,49 +62,22 @@ const themeConfig = { { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, { text: localeData.pages["hbc"], link: `/hbc` }, { text: localeData.pages["bootmii"], link: `/bootmii` }, - { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, - { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, - { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, - { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, - { text: localeData.pages["nintendowfc"], link: `/nintendowfc` } - ] - }, - sidebar_common - ], - [`/bootmiirecover`]: [ - { - text: localeData.guide, - items: [ - { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, - { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, { text: localeData.pages["bootmiirecover"], link: `/bootmiirecover` }, ] }, sidebar_common ], - [`/bricks`]: [ - { - text: localeData.guide, - items: [ - { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, - { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["bricks"], link: `/bricks` }, - ] - }, - sidebar_common - ], - [`/cios-mini`]: [ + [`/bootmii`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["bluebomb" ], link: `/bluebomb` }, - { text: localeData.pages["hbc-mini"], link: `/hbc-mini` }, + { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, + { text: localeData.pages["hbc"], link: `/hbc` }, + { text: localeData.pages["bootmii"], link: `/bootmii` }, { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios-mini"], link: `/cios-mini` }, - { text: localeData.pages["wnd-mini"], link: `/wnd-mini` }, + { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, @@ -113,20 +86,13 @@ const themeConfig = { }, sidebar_common ], - [`/cios-vwii`]: [ + [`/bricks`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["wiiu-nand-dumper"], link: `/wiiu-nand-dumper` }, - { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios-vwii"], link: `/cios-vwii` }, - { text: localeData.pages["vwii-finalizing-setup"], link: `/vwii-finalizing-setup` }, - { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, - { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, - { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, - { text: localeData.pages["nintendowfc"], link: `/nintendowfc` } + { text: localeData.pages["bricks"], link: `/bricks` }, ] }, sidebar_common @@ -138,10 +104,9 @@ const themeConfig = { { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, - { text: localeData.pages["hbc"], link: `/hbc` }, - { text: localeData.pages["bootmii"], link: `/bootmii` }, { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, + { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, @@ -172,13 +137,13 @@ const themeConfig = { }, sidebar_common ], - [`/hackmii`]: [ + [`/flashhax`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["hackmii"], link: `/hackmii` }, + { text: localeData.pages["flashhax"], link: `/flashhax` }, { text: localeData.pages["hbc"], link: `/hbc` }, { text: localeData.pages["bootmii"], link: `/bootmii` }, { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, @@ -191,32 +156,24 @@ const themeConfig = { }, sidebar_common ], - [`/hbc-mini`]: [ + [`/gcsaves`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["bluebomb" ], link: `/bluebomb` }, - { text: localeData.pages["hbc-mini"], link: `/hbc-mini` }, - { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios-mini"], link: `/cios-mini` }, - { text: localeData.pages["wnd-mini"], link: `/wnd-mini` }, - { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, - { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, - { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, - { text: localeData.pages["nintendowfc"], link: `/nintendowfc` } + { text: localeData.pages["gcsaves"], link: `/gcsaves` }, ] }, sidebar_common ], - [`/hbc`]: [ + [`/hackmii`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, + { text: localeData.pages["hackmii"], link: `/hackmii` }, { text: localeData.pages["hbc"], link: `/hbc` }, { text: localeData.pages["bootmii"], link: `/bootmii` }, { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, @@ -229,43 +186,26 @@ const themeConfig = { }, sidebar_common ], - [`/homebrew-dolphin`]: [ - { - text: localeData.guide, - items: [ - { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, - { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["homebrew-dolphin"], link: `/homebrew-dolphin` }, - ] - }, - sidebar_common - ], - [`/flashhax`]: [ + [`/hbc`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["flashhax"], link: `/flashhax` }, + { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, { text: localeData.pages["hbc"], link: `/hbc` }, - { text: localeData.pages["bootmii"], link: `/bootmii` }, - { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, - { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, - { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, - { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, - { text: localeData.pages["nintendowfc"], link: `/nintendowfc` } + { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, ] }, sidebar_common ], - [`/gcsaves`]: [ + [`/homebrew-dolphin`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["gcsaves"], link: `/gcsaves` }, + { text: localeData.pages["homebrew-dolphin"], link: `/homebrew-dolphin` }, ] }, sidebar_common @@ -311,6 +251,26 @@ const themeConfig = { }, sidebar_common ], + [`/mini-finalizing-setup`]: [ + { + text: localeData.guide, + items: [ + { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, + { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, + { text: localeData.pages["bluebomb" ], link: `/bluebomb` }, + { text: localeData.pages["hbc" ], link: `/hbc` }, + { text: localeData.pages["wnd-mini"], link: `/wnd-mini` }, + { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, + { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, + { text: localeData.pages["mini-finalizing-setup"], link: `/mini-finalizing-setup` }, + { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, + { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, + { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, + { text: localeData.pages["nintendowfc"], link: `/nintendowfc` } + ] + }, + sidebar_common + ], [`/modmii`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, @@ -328,6 +288,8 @@ const themeConfig = { items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, + { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, + { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, @@ -338,7 +300,7 @@ const themeConfig = { }, sidebar_common ], - [`/priiloader`]: [ + [`/priiloader-usage`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ @@ -346,12 +308,12 @@ const themeConfig = { { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] } + { text: localeData.pages["priiloader-usage"], link: `/priiloader-usage` }, ] }, sidebar_common ], - [`/priiloader-usage`]: [ + [`/priiloader`]: [ { text: localeData.guide, items: [ @@ -359,8 +321,12 @@ const themeConfig = { { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["priiloader-usage"], link: `/priiloader-usage` }, - { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] } + { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, + { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, + { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, + { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, + { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, + { text: localeData.pages["nintendowfc"], link: `/nintendowfc` } ] }, sidebar_common @@ -371,6 +337,8 @@ const themeConfig = { items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, + { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, + { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, @@ -451,28 +419,9 @@ const themeConfig = { { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, { text: localeData.pages["wiiu-nand-dumper"], link: `/wiiu-nand-dumper` }, - { text: localeData.pages["vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods"], link: `/vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods` }, - { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios-vwii"], link: `/cios-vwii` }, - { text: localeData.pages["vwii-finalizing-setup"], link: `/vwii-finalizing-setup` }, - { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, - { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, - { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, - { text: localeData.pages["nintendowfc"], link: `/nintendowfc` } - ] - }, - sidebar_common - ], - [`/vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods`]: [ - { - text: localeData.guide, - items: [ - { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, - { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, - { text: localeData.pages["wiiu-nand-dumper"], link: `/wiiu-nand-dumper` }, - { text: localeData.pages["vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods"], link: `/vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods` }, + { text: localeData.pages["vwii-homebrew-channel"], link: `/vwii-homebrew-channel` }, { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios-vwii"], link: `/cios-vwii` }, + { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, { text: localeData.pages["vwii-finalizing-setup"], link: `/vwii-finalizing-setup` }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, @@ -488,9 +437,10 @@ const themeConfig = { items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, + { text: localeData.pages["wiiu-nand-dumper"], link: `/wiiu-nand-dumper` }, { text: localeData.pages["vwii-homebrew-channel"], link: `/vwii-homebrew-channel` }, { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios-vwii"], link: `/cios-vwii` }, + { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, { text: localeData.pages["vwii-finalizing-setup"], link: `/vwii-finalizing-setup` }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, @@ -506,6 +456,8 @@ const themeConfig = { items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, + { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, + { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, @@ -533,6 +485,8 @@ const themeConfig = { items: [ { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, + { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, + { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, { text: localeData.pages["multiple-options"] }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, @@ -572,9 +526,9 @@ const themeConfig = { { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, { text: localeData.pages["wiiu-nand-dumper"], link: `/wiiu-nand-dumper` }, - { text: localeData.pages["vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods"], link: `/vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods` }, + { text: localeData.pages["vwii-homebrew-channel"], link: `/vwii-homebrew-channel` }, { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios-vwii"], link: `/cios-vwii` }, + { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, { text: localeData.pages["vwii-finalizing-setup"], link: `/vwii-finalizing-setup` }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, @@ -610,10 +564,11 @@ const themeConfig = { { text: localeData.pages["key-information"], link:`/key-information` }, { text: localeData.pages["get-started"], link: `/get-started` }, { text: localeData.pages["bluebomb" ], link: `/bluebomb` }, - { text: localeData.pages["hbc-mini"], link: `/hbc-mini` }, - { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, - { text: localeData.pages["cios-mini"], link: `/cios-mini` }, + { text: localeData.pages["hbc" ], link: `/hbc` }, { text: localeData.pages["wnd-mini"], link: `/wnd-mini` }, + { text: localeData.pages["priiloader"], link: `/priiloader` }, + { text: localeData.pages["cios"], link: `/cios` }, + { text: localeData.pages["mini-finalizing-setup"], link: `/mini-finalizing-setup` }, { text: localeData.pages["osc"], link: `/osc` }, { text: localeData.pages["recommended-homebrew"], link: `/recommended-homebrew` }, { text: localeData.pages["wiiconnect24"], link: `/wiiconnect24` }, diff --git a/docs/.vitepress/i18n/strings/en_US.json b/docs/.vitepress/i18n/strings/en_US.json index e05fcb26f5e..30c420eabf4 100644 --- a/docs/.vitepress/i18n/strings/en_US.json +++ b/docs/.vitepress/i18n/strings/en_US.json @@ -18,24 +18,23 @@ "bluebomb": "Bluebomb", "bricks": "Bricks", "cios": "cIOS", - "cios-mini": "d2xl cIOS for Wii mini (experimental)", - "cios-vwii": "d2x cIOS for vWii", "donations": "Donations", "dump-wads": "Dumping WADs", - "dump-games": "Dumping Wii/GameCube games", + "dump-games": "Dumping Wii/GameCube Games", "faq": "FAQ", "flashhax": "FlashHax", "gcsaves": "GameCube Saves", "get-started": "Get Started", "hackmii": "Relaunching the HackMii Installer", "hbc": "Homebrew Channel and BootMii Installation", - "hbc-mini": "Homebrew Channel - for Wii mini only", "homebrew-dolphin": "Homebrew Channel - Dolphin Emulator", "key-information": "Key Information", "legacy-exploits": "Legacy Exploits", "letterbomb": "LetterBomb", + "mini-finalizing-setup": "Finalizing Setup — Wii mini", "modmii": "ModMii", "multiple-options": "Multiple Options", + "nintendowfc": "Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection", "osc": "Open Shop Channel", "priiloader": "Priiloader", "priiloader-usage": "Priiloader Usage", @@ -47,15 +46,13 @@ "syscheck": "SysCheck", "themes": "Wii Themes", "update": "Updating to v4.3", - "vwii-finalizing-setup": "Finalizing Setup", - "vwii-homebrew-channel": "vWii Modding Guide", - "vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods": "Installing the Homebrew Channel", + "vwii-finalizing-setup": "Finalizing Setup — vWii", + "vwii-homebrew-channel": "Installing the Homebrew Channel", "wiiconnect24": "WiiConnect24", "wiigsc": "Creating Wii Game Shortcuts", - "nintendowfc": "Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection", "wii-loaders": "Wii Backup Loaders", "wii-factory-reset": "Restoring the Wii NAND to Stock", - "wiiu-nand-dumper": "vWii Modding Guide", + "wiiu-nand-dumper": "Dumping the Wii U NAND", "wilbrand": "Wilbrand", "wnd-mini": "Wii mini NAND dumper", "yawmme": "YAWM ModMii Edition" diff --git a/docs/bluebomb.md b/docs/bluebomb.md index 690c79a05ca..44b9b12f793 100644 --- a/docs/bluebomb.md +++ b/docs/bluebomb.md @@ -47,7 +47,7 @@ Make sure that the console is close to the computer running the exploit, ideally * A Linux machine * A Virtual Machine may work, but it is not recommended due to its complexity in getting Bluetooth passthrough working. If possible, please use a LiveUSB as described below. * If you have a Raspberry Pi, you can use that instead as it most likely has Linux installed already. - * ARM64 Rasperry Pi's need multiarch enabled with the armhf (32bit) architecture added. The following should work on any debian based OS: + * ARM64 Raspberry Pi's need multiarch enabled with the armhf (32bit) architecture added. The following should work on any debian based OS: ```bash sudo sudo dpkg --add-architecture armhf sudo apt update && sudo apt install -y screen:armhf diff --git a/docs/bricks.md b/docs/bricks.md index 72e7f33530f..fd47d4f6183 100644 --- a/docs/bricks.md +++ b/docs/bricks.md @@ -44,7 +44,7 @@ This is a section intended to help you diagnose a potential brick, in order by l + Wii starts, and progresses to the Wii Menu. No app is malfunctioning, Wii Settings is error free, everything is seemingly fine. No brick. + Wii starts, and progresses to the Wii Menu. - + If after acccessing a specific channel, you get `The system files are corrupted`, see [banner brick](bricks#banner-brick). + + If after accessing a specific channel, you get `The system files are corrupted`, see [banner brick](bricks#banner-brick). + If after accessing the Wii Settings, you see an error that resembles the Opera web browser, see [semibrick](bricks#semibrick). + Wii starts, you see the health/warning screen, but upon pressing A to start, you see a black screen. + If this happened after installing a theme, see [theme brick](bricks#theme-brick). diff --git a/docs/cios.md b/docs/cios.md index 8656e115b6e..877f8b9f823 100644 --- a/docs/cios.md +++ b/docs/cios.md @@ -63,7 +63,7 @@ If you are able to connect your Wii to the internet, you may skip to [Section II ![](/images/desktop-apps/nusget/nusget-ios-output.png) 1. Place each WAD file on the root of your SD card or USB drive. + This must be the same device containing the d2x cIOS Installer. -1. Ensure that each WAD file is named as listed below for compatability purposes with d2x-cios-installer: +1. Ensure that each WAD file is named as listed below for compatibility purposes with d2x-cios-installer: | IOS | File Name | | :---------: | :---------------------: | @@ -173,7 +173,7 @@ The WAD files should be on your SD card like this: ![](/images/cios/d2x_v11_251.png) -1. Once you have finished with all 4 cIOSes, press B to return to the Homebrew Channel. +1. Once you have finished installing all 4 cIOSes, press B to return to the Homebrew Channel. ::: info @@ -279,11 +279,13 @@ Ensure that if you are using an SD card, the lock switch is in the unlocked posi ![](/images/cios/d2x_v11_251_vwii.png) -1. Once you have finished with all 4 cIOSes, press B to return to the Homebrew Channel. +1. Once you have finished installing all 4 cIOSes, press B to return to the Homebrew Channel. ::: tip -[Continue to finalizing setup](vwii-finalizing-setup) +[Continue to Finalizing Setup](vwii-finalizing-setup) + +Now that the Homebrew Channel, Priiloader, and cIOS are installed, you can proceed to restore functionality that is normally missing from a standard vWii menu. ::: @@ -349,7 +351,7 @@ Do not attempt to install a Wii/vWii IOS or System Menu on the Wii mini. Doing s ::: tip -[Continue to finalizing setup](mini-finalizing-setup) +[Continue to Finalizing Setup](mini-finalizing-setup) ::: diff --git a/docs/dump-games.md b/docs/dump-games.md index 0c01c5294bf..18f631a32d4 100644 --- a/docs/dump-games.md +++ b/docs/dump-games.md @@ -1,4 +1,4 @@ -# Dumping Wii/GameCube games +# Dumping Wii/GameCube Games This guide covers dumping GameCube or Wii game discs to a local SD card or USB drive on your Wii. diff --git a/docs/faq.md b/docs/faq.md index 5d4b1553f9c..6b173aae975 100644 --- a/docs/faq.md +++ b/docs/faq.md @@ -113,7 +113,7 @@ Our recommended brands: ### Buying USB Devices - Hard Drives -When buying USB hard drives, there are only three existing present-day HDD manufacturers: Western Digital, Seagate, and Toshiba. Any and all other hard drive companies are defunct and have either went bankrupt, or were absorbed by the three aformentioned companies. With that said, if you have an extra hard drive lying around made by another company, it should still work! Hard drive technology has remained largely the same within the past 10 or so years. Just make sure to check the S.M.A.R.T data to ensure that the drive isn't failing before you throw all of your data on there. +When buying USB hard drives, there are only three existing present-day HDD manufacturers: Western Digital, Seagate, and Toshiba. Any and all other hard drive companies are defunct and have either went bankrupt, or were absorbed by the three aforementioned companies. With that said, if you have an extra hard drive lying around made by another company, it should still work! Hard drive technology has remained largely the same within the past 10 or so years. Just make sure to check the S.M.A.R.T data to ensure that the drive isn't failing before you throw all of your data on there. For hard drive sizing, 2.5 inch drives should work fine in most cases running off of USB power alone on a Wii, but 3.5 inch consumes more power and will always need an external power adapter. Make sure to plan for this when determining what you want to do with an external drive. diff --git a/docs/get-started.md b/docs/get-started.md index 784f8dd2d89..b9f934e6fb4 100644 --- a/docs/get-started.md +++ b/docs/get-started.md @@ -20,13 +20,13 @@ Select the exploit that corresponds to your console and situation the best. | Console Revision | Recommended Exploit | | ----------------- | ------------------- | -| Wii/Wii Family Edition | If you can use a Windows PC:
Automatic Setup: Proceed to [ModMii](modmii)
If you can use an SD card:
Manual Setup: Proceed to [Wilbrand](wilbrand)
If you cannot use an SD card:
Manual Setup: Proceed to [str2hax](str2hax)
| -| Wii mini | Proceed to [Bluebomb](bluebomb) | -| Wii U (vWii) | If you can use a Windows PC:
Automatic Setup: Proceed to [ModMii](modmii)
If you have already modded your Wii U:
Proceed to [Modding the vWii](vwii-homebrew-channel)
If you haven't modded the Wii U but want to:
Proceed to [Modding the Wii U](https://wiiu.hacks.guide)
If you do not want to mod the Wii U:
Proceed to [Modding the vWii Without Wii U Mods](wiiu-nand-dumper) | -| Dolphin Emulator | Proceed to [Homebrew Channel on Dolphin](homebrew-dolphin) | +| Wii/Wii Family Edition |
If you can use a Windows PC:
Automatic Setup — [Exploit with ModMii](modmii)
If you can use an SD card:
Manual Setup — [Exploit with Wilbrand](wilbrand)
If you cannot use an SD card:
Manual Setup — [Exploit with str2hax](str2hax)
| +| Wii mini |
Manual Setup — [Exploit with Bluebomb](bluebomb)
| +| Wii U (vWii) |
If you can use a Windows PC:
Automatic Setup — [Exploit with ModMii](modmii)
If you have not modded the Wii U, but want to:
Manual Setup — [Exploiting the Wii U](https://wiiu.hacks.guide)
If you have already modded your Wii U, or don't want to:
Manual Setup — [Exploiting the vWii](wiiu-nand-dumper)
| +| Dolphin Emulator |
Manual Setup — [Utilizing Homebrew Channel on Dolphin](homebrew-dolphin)
| -## Alternate methods +## Alternate Methods -If possible, you should follow the method given above. +If possible, you should follow the methods given above. -If the recommended option does not work for you, or if you are curious about other exploits, check out [Legacy Exploits](legacy-exploits). +If the recommended option does not work for you, or if you are curious about other exploits, check out [Legacy Exploits](legacy-exploits). \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/docs/hbc-mini.md b/docs/hbc-mini.md index 78a18e7d4e0..d8bc3a684dd 100644 --- a/docs/hbc-mini.md +++ b/docs/hbc-mini.md @@ -1,38 +1,8 @@ -# Homebrew Channel - for Wii mini only - -The Homebrew Channel is where you will go to launch homebrew applications. - -## Instructions - -::: warning - -This page is **only** intended for users of the Wii mini. If you have a regular Wii, follow [this guide](hbc) instead. - -::: - -::: info - -While it is possible to install BootMii on a Wii mini, you will need to solder an SD card slot. That requires opening up your Wii mini and using special tools, so it is not recommended. - -::: - -1. You will see a scam warning screen. Wait 30 seconds for the text "Press 1 to continue" to appear, then press 1. - - ![](/images/hackmii/scam.png) - -1. Press `Continue`, then select `Install The Homebrew Channel`. - - ![](/images/hackmii/hbc_install.png) - - ![](/images/hackmii/hbc_install_ok.png) - -1. Press `Continue` when finished. -1. Once done, select `Exit` to exit the HackMii installer. - -::: tip - -[Continue to installing Priiloader](priiloader) - -Priiloader offers protection from bricks, and is highly recommended to install. - -::: \ No newline at end of file +--- +head: + - - meta + - http-equiv: refresh + content: '0; URL=hbc.html?tab=wii-mini' +--- + +# Redirecting diff --git a/docs/legacy-exploits.md b/docs/legacy-exploits.md index 0d60ff2cb2d..eefaef41245 100644 --- a/docs/legacy-exploits.md +++ b/docs/legacy-exploits.md @@ -16,63 +16,63 @@ This page lists different exploits that were/can still be used on the Wii and vW + Requires an SD card under the original SD specification, 2GB or less. + Works on all system menu versions, even 4.3, as well as on Korean Wiis. + Can be used as a means of recovering a Wii Error 003 console in Recovery Mode. -+ Superceded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb, and the Compat Title Installer. ++ Superseded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb, and the Compat Title Installer. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Smash_Stack) ### Twilight Hack (Wii only) + Loads a hacked game save on the Wii System Memory through The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess. + Works only on Wii system menu versions up to 3.4. There is no system menu 1.0-3.4 on vWii. -+ Superceded by Wilbrand, or by updating to 4.3 and using Letterbomb and Bluebomb. ++ Superseded by Wilbrand, or by updating to 4.3 and using Letterbomb and Bluebomb. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Twilight_Hack) ### Indiana Pwns + Loads a hacked game save on the Wii System Memory through LEGO Indiana Jones. + Works on all system menu versions, even 4.3. -+ Superceded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. ++ Superseded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Indiana_Pwns) ### Bathaxx + Loads a hacked game save on the Wii System Memory through LEGO Batman. + Works on all system menu versions, even 4.3. -+ Superceded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. ++ Superseded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Bathaxx) ### Return of the Jodi + Loads a hacked game save on the Wii System Memory through LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga. + Works on all system menu versions, even 4.3. -+ Superceded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. ++ Superseded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Return_of_the_Jodi) ### Eri HaKawai + Loads a hacked game save on the Wii System Memory through Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World. + Works on all system menu versions, even 4.3. -+ Superceded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. ++ Superseded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Eri_HaKawai) ### Yu-Gi-OWNED! + Loads a hacked game save on the Wii System Memory on the PAL version of Yu-Gi-Oh 5D's Wheelie Breakers. + Works on all system menu versions, even 4.3. -+ Superceded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. ++ Superseded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Yu-Gi-OWNED!) ### Yu-Gi-Vah + Loads a hacked game save on the Wii System Memory on the NTSC-U/J versions of Yu-Gi-Oh 5D's Wheelie Breakers. + Works on all system menu versions, even 4.3. -+ Superceded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. ++ Superseded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Yu-Gi-Vah) ### szsHaxx (Wii only) -+ Overflows the Mario Kart Wii competition data output buffer, resulting in the ability to execute arbitary code. ++ Overflows the Mario Kart Wii competition data output buffer, resulting in the ability to execute arbitrary code. + Works on all system menu versions, even 4.3. -+ Superceded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. ++ Superseded mostly by Letterbomb, Bluebomb and the Compat Title Installer. + Only works with SD cards with a capacity of 2GB or less + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/SzsHaxx) @@ -82,27 +82,27 @@ This page lists different exploits that were/can still be used on the Wii and vW + Crashes the Wii Menu by exploiting an oversight in Wii banner loading. + Works on Wii system menu versions 3.0-4.1 on v1, and 4.2 on v2. Attempting to load Bannerbomb on 4.3 will display `Error#004 The system files are corrupted`. There is no system menu 3.0-4.2 on vWii. -+ Superceded by Wilbrand, or by updating to 4.3 and using Letterbomb and Bluebomb. ++ Superseded by Wilbrand, or by updating to 4.3 and using Letterbomb and Bluebomb. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Bannerbomb) ### Letterbomb (Wii only) + Crashes the Wii Menu by exploiting an oversight in the Wii Message Board. + Works on Wii system menu version 4.3 ONLY. on vWii, there is no access to Wii system settings. -+ Superceded by Wilbrand, functionality remains the same but Wilbrand has wider support. -+ [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/LetterBomb) ++ Superseded by Wilbrand, functionality remains the same but Wilbrand has wider support. ++ [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/LetterBomb) or [Exploit Page](letterbomb) ### FlashHax (Wii only) + Executes the chainloader via a web page in the Internet Channel. + Works regardless of system menu version, only requirement is patience as exploit is extremely unreliable. vWii was not capable of installing internet channel via the Wii Shop Channel. -+ Superceded by str2hax, or by using an SD card for Letterbomb. ++ Superseded by str2hax, or by using an SD card for Letterbomb. + [Wiibrew Page](https://wiibrew.org/wiki/FlashHax) or [Exploit Page](flashhax) ### Wuphax (vWii only) + Uses Wii U custom firmware to modify the vWii Mii Channel. Takes a backup of the original Mii Channel. + Works on all vWii system menu versions. -+ Superceded by the Compat Title Installer, which does not require modifying the Mii Channel. ++ Superseded by the Compat Title Installer, which does not require modifying the Mii Channel. + [WiiUbrew Page](https://wiiubrew.org/wiki/Wuphax) diff --git a/docs/letterbomb.md b/docs/letterbomb.md index 6c54b84a597..81649e52f4a 100644 --- a/docs/letterbomb.md +++ b/docs/letterbomb.md @@ -50,7 +50,7 @@ Do NOT use any of the MAC address examples shown in this guide, as they will sim 1. Launch the Wii Message Board. 1. Open the red letter with a bomb. + Ensure the date on your Wii is correct, otherwise you might be unable to find the letter. - + In some cases, you may need to check the messages for tommorow or yesterday for the letter to show up. + + In some cases, you may need to check the messages for tomorrow or yesterday for the letter to show up. + If you don't see the red letter, check if any errors appear in the SD card section of `Data Management`. If any do, there may be an issue with the SD card format or the Wii’s SD card reader. + If your Wii freezes after clicking on the letter, you most likely chose the wrong system menu region for LetterBomb. Go back to Step 2 and verify that you chose the right region. + If all is correct and there is freezing, keep on trying until it works. diff --git a/docs/mini-finalizing-setup.md b/docs/mini-finalizing-setup.md index 92c0390aaa7..be93cb146a5 100644 --- a/docs/mini-finalizing-setup.md +++ b/docs/mini-finalizing-setup.md @@ -1,4 +1,4 @@ -# Finalizing Setup +# Finalizing Setup — Wii mini Now that the Homebrew Channel, Priiloader, and cIOS are installed, we are going to finalize the setup. @@ -10,9 +10,9 @@ All homebrew apps are loaded from the Homebrew Channel. ::: -- Ethernet Enabler enables the use of a USB ethernet adapter on the Wii mini. Only adapters with the ASIX AX88772 chipset are supported on the Wii mini. Additionally, homebrew apps that need internet will require the use of a USB hub, preferrably one that can be externally powered. +- Ethernet Enabler enables the use of a USB ethernet adapter on the Wii mini. Only adapters with the ASIX AX88772 chipset are supported on the Wii mini. Additionally, homebrew apps that need internet will require the use of a USB hub, preferably one that can be externally powered. - System Channel Restorer is a homebrew app that allows some channels usually only available on Wii to be easily installed on the Wii mini. -- Settings Editor GUI is an app that allows access to system settings without booting the Wii menu. On the Wii mini it can access settings that don't normally appear in the Wii mini system menu. +- Settings Editor GUI is an app that allows access to system settings without booting the Wii Menu. On the Wii mini it can access settings that don't normally appear in the Wii mini system menu. ### Additional Homebrew Apps - What You Need diff --git a/docs/modmii.md b/docs/modmii.md index 86b8a66e776..f9b7bfb8f11 100644 --- a/docs/modmii.md +++ b/docs/modmii.md @@ -60,7 +60,7 @@ The chart below will help you determine what can be done in either interface. | A = Advanced Downloads and Forwarder Builder | This option allows you to download any IOS and cIOS and build custom DOL/ISO forwarders. Intended for advanced users only. | | L = Load Download Queue | This option loads bundled or previously saved download queues. | | C = Customize Config Files for Bootmii, Wad Manager or Multi-Mod Manager | This option allows you to build customized config files for BootMii, Wad Manager, and Multi-Mod Manager. | -| FC = File Cleanup & App Updater: Update Apps and\or remove un-needed files | This option removes unnessecary files from your SD Card or Hard Drive after finishing softmodding your Wii. | +| FC = File Cleanup & App Updater: Update Apps and\or remove un-needed files | This option removes unnecessary files from your SD Card or Hard Drive after finishing softmodding your Wii. | ::: @@ -111,7 +111,7 @@ The ModMii Wizard is tool that can softmod your console from start to finish, do ![](/images/modmii/modmii-wizard-4.png) -1. Select the exploit you would like to use to mod your console. If you are on a Wii, we would reccommend using Wilbrand if you have an SD card on hand. For modding just the vWii, we would reccommend using the browser. +1. Select the exploit you would like to use to mod your console. If you are on a Wii, we would recommend using Wilbrand if you have an SD card on hand. For modding just the vWii, we would recommend using the browser. ![](/images/modmii/modmii-wizard-5.png) @@ -127,7 +127,7 @@ The ModMii Wizard is tool that can softmod your console from start to finish, do ![](/images/modmii/modmii-wizard-8.png) -1. Select whether or not you would like to install a custom Wii menu theme, with the choice of three theme effects. Each effect deals with how much the outline when hovering over a Wii Channel spins. +1. Select whether or not you would like to install a custom Wii Menu theme, with the choice of three theme effects. Each effect deals with how much the outline when hovering over a Wii Channel spins. ![](/images/modmii/modmii-wizard-9.png) @@ -135,7 +135,7 @@ The ModMii Wizard is tool that can softmod your console from start to finish, do ![](/images/modmii/modmii-wizard-10.png) -1. If you selected `Yes` in the USB Loader menu, select which USB Loader you would like to use. If you choose an individual one, we reccomend either USB Loader GX or WiiFlow as both are covered on this website, or you may optionally download each option. +1. If you selected `Yes` in the USB Loader menu, select which USB Loader you would like to use. If you choose an individual one, we recommend either USB Loader GX or WiiFlow as both are covered on this website, or you may optionally download each option. ![](/images/modmii/modmii-wizard-11.png) @@ -153,7 +153,7 @@ The ModMii Wizard is tool that can softmod your console from start to finish, do ## SysCheck Updater Wizard -The SysCheck Updater Wizard is a tool that utilizes the homebrew app [SysCheck](syscheck) to analyze any modifications on your Wii, especially IOS and cIOS. It accepts a `syscheck.csv` file generated by the app, and then provides any nessecary updates as needed. +The SysCheck Updater Wizard is a tool that utilizes the homebrew app [SysCheck](syscheck) to analyze any modifications on your Wii, especially IOS and cIOS. It accepts a `syscheck.csv` file generated by the app, and then provides any necessary updates as needed. 1. Open ModMii Classic and enter in `SU` to open the SysCheck Updater Wizard. @@ -187,7 +187,7 @@ The HackMii Solutions Wizard is a tool that fixes problems that may arise from t ![](/images/modmii/hackmii-wizard-2.png) -1. Select the exploit you would like to use to mod your Wii. The exploits below are outlined throughout this website, but in most cases we would reccommend using Wilbrand if you have an SD card on hand. +1. Select the exploit you would like to use to mod your Wii. The exploits below are outlined throughout this website, but in most cases we would recommend using Wilbrand if you have an SD card on hand. ![](/images/modmii/hackmii-wizard-3.png) diff --git a/docs/priiloader.md b/docs/priiloader.md index 18546cba2e8..a029a5a8adb 100644 --- a/docs/priiloader.md +++ b/docs/priiloader.md @@ -50,44 +50,38 @@ Additionally, it can be used to quickly launch any Title or Homebrew, or change ![](/images/priiloader/menu.png) -Later on, to enter it you can: +::: details In the future, you can use the following methods to enter Priiloader: -+ Hold the RESET on a Wii while turning it on - + Wii Only -+ Hold the ESC key on a connected USB keyboard while turning on the console - + Wii, vWii and Mini -+ Run the "Load Priiloader" tool from the HBC - + Wii, vWii and Mini -+ Run the "Priiloader Wii U Forwarder" tool - + vWii Only +| Console Type | Priiloader Entry Methods | +| ------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | +| Wii | | +| vWii | | +| Wii mini | | + +::: ### Section IV - Configuring Priiloader -1. Scroll down to `System Menu Hacks` and press `A`. +::: warning - ![](/images/priiloader/menu_hacks.png) +If you copied the Priiloader installer onto a USB drive, ensure that you DO NOT have an SD card inserted at the same time. - ::: warning +Doing so will cause Priiloader to fail to find the `hacks_hash.ini` file. - If you have put the Priiloader installer on your USB drive, make sure you do not have an SD card inserted at the same time. +::: - Doing so will cause Priiloader to fail to find the `hacks_hash.ini` file. +1. Scroll down to `System Menu Hacks` and press `A`. - ::: + ![](/images/priiloader/menu_hacks.png) -1. For the following options, enable the options according to your console: - + Wii: - + If you are using 480p mode: `480p graphics fix in the system menu` - + Block Disc Updates - + Block Online Updates - + If you are NOT using a CRT display: `Remove Deflicker` - + vWii: - + Block Online Updates - + Wii System Settings via Options Button - + If you are NOT using a CRT display: `Remove Deflicker` - + Wii mini: - + Block Disc Updates - + If you are NOT using a CRT display: `Remove Deflicker` +1. In `System Menu Hacks`, enable the following options according to your console: + + | Console Type | Priiloader Options | + | ------------ | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | + | Wii | | + | vWii | | + | Wii mini | | + 1. Scroll down to `save settings` and press A. 1. 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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**. +Homebrew that has the ability to make permanent changes to your Wii are highlighted in **bold**. ## Utilities diff --git a/docs/riiconnect24.md b/docs/riiconnect24.md index b85616c702c..6dbe03a164d 100644 --- a/docs/riiconnect24.md +++ b/docs/riiconnect24.md @@ -7,6 +7,6 @@ head: # Redirecting -You are being redirected to the WiiLink24. +You are being redirected to WiiLink. -If the page doesn't refresh, click [here](https://www.wiilink24.com/guide/install/). +If the page doesn't refresh, click [here](https://wiilink.ca/guide/install/). diff --git a/docs/site-navigation.md b/docs/site-navigation.md index 0e3f7762c66..bd5f0142dde 100644 --- a/docs/site-navigation.md +++ b/docs/site-navigation.md @@ -43,7 +43,7 @@ + [ModMii](modmii) + [Open Shop Channel](osc) + [Priiloader](priiloader) -+ [Recovery mode](recovery-mode) ++ [Recovery Mode](recovery-mode) + [Relaunching the HackMii Installer](hackmii) + [Restoring The Wii NAND to Stock](wii-factory-reset) + [Updating Wii Menu to v4.3](update) @@ -55,8 +55,8 @@ **Homebrew** + [Creating Wii Game Shortcuts](wiigsc) -+ [How to dump Channels (WADs)](dump-wads) -+ [How to dump Wii/GameCube Games](dump-games) ++ [How to Dump Channels (WADs)](dump-wads) ++ [How to Dump Wii/GameCube Games](dump-games) + [Managing Wii and GameCube Backups](backups) + [Priiloader Usage](priiloader-usage) + [Recommended Homebrew](recommended-homebrew) @@ -70,9 +70,9 @@ ::: info **vWii** -+ [Installing the Homebrew Channel on the vWii](vwii-homebrew-channel) -+ [Wii U NAND Dumper](wiiu-nand-dumper) -+ [Installing the Homebrew Channel on the vWii Without Modding the Wii U Side](vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods) ++ [Creating a NAND dump of the Wii U](wiiu-nand-dumper) ++ [Installing the Homebrew Channel on vWii](vwii-homebrew-channel) ++ [Finalizing Setup — vWii](vwii-finalizing-setup) ::: @@ -80,5 +80,6 @@ **Wii mini** + [Wii mini NAND Dumper](wnd-mini) ++ [Finalizing Setup — Wii mini](mini-finalizing-setup) ::: diff --git a/docs/themes.md b/docs/themes.md index 4d08a5c6412..e5df9ee3e93 100644 --- a/docs/themes.md +++ b/docs/themes.md @@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ Only install themes on your Wii that have been formatted specifically for its ve ::: info -Before proceeding, it helps to know the difference between .MYM and .CSM as file formats when used in Wii Menu theming. While the MYM is made by the theme creator which can then be shared around, the CSM is the result from building a MYM into a system menu. In other words, MYM mainly just holds assets - the actual system menu itself that needs to be installed comes seperate. +Before proceeding, it helps to know the difference between .MYM and .CSM as file formats when used in Wii Menu theming. While the MYM is made by the theme creator which can then be shared around, the CSM is the result from building a MYM into a system menu. In other words, MYM mainly just holds assets - the actual system menu itself that needs to be installed comes separate. ::: diff --git a/docs/vwii-finalizing-setup.md b/docs/vwii-finalizing-setup.md index 0894eea8fd0..84ceb47aa1e 100644 --- a/docs/vwii-finalizing-setup.md +++ b/docs/vwii-finalizing-setup.md @@ -1,30 +1,88 @@ -# Finalizing Setup +# Finalizing Setup — vWii -Now that the Homebrew Channel, Priiloader, and cIOS are installed, we are going to finalize the setup. +Now that the Homebrew Channel, Priiloader, and cIOS are installed, we are going to finalize setup for vWii by installing crucial apps to restore various missing functionalities of the vWii menu compared to a normal console. It is recommended that you download all homebrew listed below onto your storage device BEFORE starting the listed steps to save time. -## Additional Homebrew Apps +## Patched IOS 80 Installer -::: info +Patched IOS 80 Installer for vWii is a homebrew app that takes the currently installed version of IOS 80 and patches it to omit the signature check. This allows fakesigned channels to be used on the SD card menu. -All homebrew apps are loaded from the Homebrew Channel. +### Requirements -::: +* An SD card or USB drive +* [Patched IOS 80 Installer for vWii](https://oscwii.org/library/app/Patched_IOS80_Installer_for_vWii) -+ Patched IOS 80 Installer for vWii is a homebrew app that will take your current install of IOS 80 and patch it to be able to use fakesigned channels on the SD card menu. -+ System Channel Restorer is a homebrew app that allows some channels usually only available on Wii to be easily installed on vWii. -+ ww-43db-patcher is a homebrew app that will patch your WiiWare and virtual console titles to force the 16:9 aspect ratio. +### Instructions -## Additional Homebrew Apps - What You Need +1. Copy the `apps` folder in the `Patched_IOS80_Installer_for_vWii.zip` file to the root of your SD card or USB drive. +1. Reinsert your SD card or USB drive into your console. +1. Launch the Homebrew Channel. +1. Launch Patched IOS 80 Installer for vWii from the list of homebrew. -* [Patched IOS 80 Installer for vWii](https://oscwii.org/library/app/Patched_IOS80_Installer_for_vWii) -* [system-channel-restorer](https://oscwii.org/library/app/system-channel-restorer) -* [ww-43db-patcher](https://oscwii.org/library/app/ww-43db-patcher) + ![](/images/vwii/ios80-installer/launch-hb.png) + +1. The installer will launch, display a warning, and then start a 30 second timeout before installation can begin. Read this warning in detail before continuing, and then press any button to continue. + + ![](/images/vwii/ios80-installer/warning.png) + +1. After continuing, the installer will patch and install IOS80. Once it is complete, you may press any button to return to the Homebrew Channel. + + ![](/images/vwii/ios80-installer/install.png) + +## System Channel Restorer + +System Channel Restorer is a homebrew app that restores channels missing from the vWii menu normally, such as the Wii version of the Mii Channel and Photo Channel. + +### Requirements + +* An SD card or USB drive +* [System Channel Restorer](https://oscwii.org/library/app/system-channel-restorer) + +### Instructions + +1. Copy the `apps` folder in the `system-channel-restorer.zip` file to the root of your SD card or USB drive. +1. Reinsert your SD card or USB drive into your console. +1. Launch the Homebrew Channel. +1. Launch System Channel Restorer from the list of homebrew. + + ![](/images/vwii/sys-channel-restore/launch-hb.png) + +1. The installer will launch. Most users will want to select the following channels, unless you prefer to install additional channels: + * EULA + * Mii Channel + + ![](/images/vwii/sys-channel-restore/channel-select.png) + +1. Once all channels are selected, press the `+` button to begin installation. + + ![](/images/vwii/sys-channel-restore/install-begin.png) + +1. Once installation has finalized, you may return to the Homebrew Channel by pressing the HOME button. + +## WiiWare 4:3 DB Patcher + +WiiWare 4:3 DB Patcher is a homebrew app that patches the vWii's 4:3 aspect ratio database, such that WiiWare and Virtual Console titles may utilize the 16:9 aspect ratio where they normally cannot. + +### Requirements + +* An SD card or USB drive +* [WiiWare 4:3 DB Patcher](https://oscwii.org/library/app/ww-43db-patcher) + +### Instructions + +1. Copy the `apps` folder in the `ww-43db-patcher.zip` file to the root of your SD card or USB drive. +1. Reinsert your SD card or USB drive into your console. +1. Launch the Homebrew Channel. +1. Launch ww-43db-patcher from the list of homebrew. + + ![](/images/vwii/43db-patcher/hb-launch.png) + +1. The installer will launch. Press the `1` or `X` buttons to patch the aspect ratio database. + + ![](/images/vwii/43db-patcher/install-prompt.png) -## Additional Homebrew Apps - Extracting Files to the SD Card +1. Once the aspect ratio database is patched, the installer will save a backup of the previous database. Do NOT delete this backup. You may press any button to return to the Homebrew Channel. -1. Copy the contents of the Patched IOS 80 Installer for vWii to the root of the SD. -1. Copy the contents of the system-channel-restorer to the root of the SD. -1. Copy the contents of the ww-43db-patcher to the root of the SD. + ![](/images/vwii/43db-patcher/install-finish.png) ::: tip diff --git a/docs/vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods.md b/docs/vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods.md index 067a804ebc6..d0decb355e3 100644 --- a/docs/vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods.md +++ b/docs/vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods.md @@ -1,47 +1,8 @@ -# Installing the Homebrew Channel - -This page will guide you through the process of installing the Homebrew Channel to the vWii without modding the Wii U side. - -## Instructions - -### Section I - Booting into Aroma - -1. Execute the web browser exploit as [previously explained](wiiu-nand-dumper) but this time, you will need to hold the X button to open the Environment Loader menu. -1. Once you are there, boot into the Aroma environment by selecting it inside the payload loader. - -### Section II - Installing the Homebrew Channel - -1. Launch the vWii Compat Installer on the Wii U menu. -1. Press `A` to install the Homebrew Channel and wait until you see `Install succeeded`. Then press the HOME button to return to the Wii U Menu. -1. Launch vWii (the Wii Menu icon). - + If the installation has succeeded, you should see the Homebrew Channel in your Wii Menu. - -You may delete the `wiiu` folder on your SD card if you so choose. - -## Required Reading - -You can now use the Homebrew Channel to launch Wii homebrew apps. - -Note: When installing homebrew applications on your SD Card or USB drive, your folder structure should look like this: - -``` -💾 SD Card - ┗ 📁 apps - ┣ 📁 - ┃ ┣ 📄 boot.dol - ┃ ┣ 📄 meta.xml - ┃ ┗ 📄 icon.png - ┗ 📁 - ┣ 📄 boot.dol - ┣ 📄 meta.xml - ┗ 📄 icon.png -``` - -`AppName1` and `AppName2` are placeholder names. Do not nest multiple `apps` folders inside the `apps` folder itself. -Do not get confused with the `apps` folder inside of the `wiiu` folder and the `apps` folder on the root of the SD card. - -::: tip - -[Continue to installing Priiloader](priiloader) - -::: +--- +head: + - - meta + - http-equiv: refresh + content: '0; URL=wiiu-nand-dumper.html' +--- + +# Redirecting diff --git a/docs/vwii-homebrew-channel.md b/docs/vwii-homebrew-channel.md index 5acec94c791..a7aa4f546ad 100644 --- a/docs/vwii-homebrew-channel.md +++ b/docs/vwii-homebrew-channel.md @@ -1,33 +1,31 @@ -# vWii Modding Guide +# Installing the Homebrew Channel on vWii -This page will guide you through the process of modding your vWii. - -## SD Preparations +This page will guide you through the process of installing the Homebrew Channel onto the vWii menu. ::: info -If you have hacked your Wii U in the past, you can use the same SD Card for this process. +You can use the same SD Card that you initially used to mod your Wii U for this process. ::: -::: info +::: warning -If you haven't already, make sure you did a [NAND backup](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/aroma/nand-backup) and have the [Aroma Environment](https://aroma.foryour.cafe/) installed on your Wii U. +If you haven't already, make sure you created a [NAND backup](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/aroma/nand-backup) and have the [Aroma Environment](https://aroma.foryour.cafe/) installed on your Wii U. -Otherwise, proceed to [Installing Aroma](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/aroma/getting-started) or [Modding the vWii without modding the Wii U side](wiiu-nand-dumper) +If you do not have Aroma installed, proceed to [Installing Aroma](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/aroma/getting-started) or [Modding the vWii without modding the Wii U side](wiiu-nand-dumper). ::: ## Requirements -* A modded Wii U -* The [Aroma Environment](https://aroma.foryour.cafe/) -* The latest release of the [Compat Title Installer](https://github.com/Xpl0itU/vwii-compat-installer/releases/latest) (`compat_installer-Aroma.zip`) -* (Optional) The [Enhanced vWii Aroma Plugin](https://github.com/GaryOderNichts/evwii/releases/latest) (`evwii.wps`) +* A Wii U +* The [Aroma Environment](https://aroma.foryour.cafe/) (should be installed from previous step) +* The latest release of the [Compat Title Installer](https://github.com/Xpl0itU/vwii-compat-installer/releases/latest) (`compat_installer-Aroma.zip`) (should be installed from preivious step) +* The [Enhanced vWii Aroma Plugin](https://github.com/GaryOderNichts/evwii/releases/latest) (`evwii.wps`) (optional) -::: warning +::: danger -If the evWii Aroma plugin is not installed, and a homebrew app hangs, the only way to shut off the Wii U is by pulling the power cord. Pulling the power cord in some cases can cause a memory corruption so it is highly recomended to have the plugin installed. +If the evWii Aroma plugin is not installed and a homebrew app crashes/hangs, the only way to shut off the Wii U is by pulling the power cord. In some cases, pulling the power cord can cause memory corruption; therefore, it is highly recommended to have the plugin installed. ::: @@ -40,17 +38,68 @@ If the evWii Aroma plugin is not installed, and a homebrew app hangs, the only w 1. Copy `evwii.wps` file to `wiiu` -> `environments` -> `aroma` -> `plugins` of your SD Card. 1. Re-insert your SD card into the Wii U. -### Section II - Installing the Homebrew Channel +### Section II - Booting into Aroma + +Next steps will differ based on whether or not your Wii U is configured to [autoboot into Aroma](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/aroma/autobooting). If you can see the vWii Compat Installer upon booting your Wii U, you are in the Aroma environment and should [proceed to Section III](#section-iii---installing-the-homebrew-channel). Otherwise, use the below two methods to boot into Aroma. + +#### Procedure for Wii Us with PayloadLoader + +If you have previously modded your Wii U and have [PayloadLoader installed](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/aroma/installing-payloadloader.html), you should be able to launch the Health and Safety Information App to load into the Aroma environment. + +#### Procedure for Wii Us without PayloadLoader + +::: warning + +If you get any errors like FSOpenfile failed, FSGetMountSource failed, or SD Mount failed, refer to the browser errors in [Common Issues and Fixes](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/common-issues-fixes.html). + +::: + +If you DO NOT have [PayloadLoader installed](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/aroma/installing-payloadloader.html), you will need to utilize the browser exploit to launch into the Aroma environment. For users that would like to forego fully modding their Wii U, follow these steps. + +1. Launch the Internet Browser and navigate to the website `wiiuexploit.xyz`. + + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/browser-exploit.png) + +1. Click on `Run Exploit!` and hold the X button until you see the EnvironmentLoader. Once you are inside the EnvironmentLoader, select `aroma` to launch the Aroma environment. + + If your Wii U gets stuck on a white or otherwise frozen screen, wait a few seconds. If nothing happens, reboot the console, [reset the browser's save data](https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1507/~/how-to-delete-the-internet-browser-history) and try again. + + If you see a `Please choose your payload` screen, you should try again and ensure that you are holding `X` long enough. Do not hold the `B` button. + + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/environment-loader.png) -1. Boot into [Aroma](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/aroma/finalizing-setup). - + If you set up [Aroma autobooting](https://wiiu.hacks.guide/aroma/autobooting), Aroma will already be running when you turn on your console. -1. Launch the vWii Compat Installer app from the Wii U menu. -1. Press `A` to install the Homebrew Channel and wait until you see `Install succeeded`. Then press the HOME button to return to the Wii U Menu. - + If the HOME button doesn't work, you can safely power off by holding down the power button on your console, and then turn it back on. +1. If you get a warning message about the update folder existing, press the `X` button to block updates and proceed. + + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/update-warning.png) + +1. In the Boot Selector, press `A` to launch the Wii U Menu. + + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/boot-selector.png) + +### Section III - Installing the Homebrew Channel + +::: tip + +On Step 3, if the HOME button doesn't work, or causes you to freeze on a solid color screen, you can safely power off the console by holding down the power button on your console. Then, turn the console back on and proceed as normal. + +::: + +1. Launch the vWii Compat Installer app from the Wii U Menu. + + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/compat-install-launch.png) + +1. Press `A` to install the Homebrew Channel. + + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/compat-install-pending.png) +1. Allow the Homebrew Channel to install, until you see `Install succeeded!`. Once installation has finished, press the HOME button to return to the Wii U Menu. + + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/compat-install-success.png) 1. Launch vWii (the Wii Menu icon). - + If the installation has succeeded, you should see the Homebrew Channel in your Wii Menu. -## Required Reading + ![](/images/vwii/launch-vwii.png) +1. If the installation has succeeded, you should now see the Homebrew Channel in your Wii Menu. + + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/vwii-hbc-installed.png) + +## Required Reading for Homebrew Management You can now use the Homebrew Channel to launch Wii homebrew apps. @@ -70,10 +119,13 @@ Note: When installing Wii homebrew applications on your SD Card or USB drive, yo ``` `AppName1` and `AppName2` are placeholder names. Do not nest multiple `apps` folders inside the `apps` folder itself. -Note that the `apps` folder inside of the `wiiu` folder (for Wii U homebrew apps) and the `apps` folder on the root of the SD card (for Wii homebrew apps) are distinct. + +Please note that the `apps` folder inside of the `wiiu` folder (for Wii U homebrew apps) and the `apps` folder on the root of the SD card (for Wii homebrew apps) are distinct. ::: tip Continue to [Installing Priiloader](priiloader) +Although BootMii cannot be installed on vWii, Priiloader adds a crucial level of brick protection, and is highly recommended to install. + ::: diff --git a/docs/wii-factory-reset.md b/docs/wii-factory-reset.md index a4be2386165..0ff61bb7c05 100644 --- a/docs/wii-factory-reset.md +++ b/docs/wii-factory-reset.md @@ -80,7 +80,7 @@ If you are trying to [update your Wii to 4.3U](update) with homebrew or update o ![](/images/factory-reset/nandcheck.png) -1. If all is well, the result should look similar to the below. If there are ANY errors that stand out, DO NOT use this NAND and try again as it may damage or permanantly brick your Wii. If you continue to get these errors on further attempts, go to the Nintendo Homebrew discord server for support. +1. If all is well, the result should look similar to the below. If there are ANY errors that stand out, DO NOT use this NAND and try again as it may damage or permanently brick your Wii. If you continue to get these errors on further attempts, go to the Nintendo Homebrew discord server for support. ![](/images/factory-reset/nandcheckresult.png) diff --git a/docs/wii-loaders.md b/docs/wii-loaders.md index 38c122d08f9..160dbbd51cb 100644 --- a/docs/wii-loaders.md +++ b/docs/wii-loaders.md @@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ The official Wii Menu forwarder installer for WiiFlow Lite can be found on the [ + 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. + + While the original WiiFlow was last updated in 2014, the WiiFlow Lite fork is still receiving regular updates. ![](/images/usb-loaders/wiiflow-ui.png) diff --git a/docs/wiiu-nand-dumper.md b/docs/wiiu-nand-dumper.md index 43b203801cc..87289dd4bd3 100644 --- a/docs/wiiu-nand-dumper.md +++ b/docs/wiiu-nand-dumper.md @@ -1,23 +1,27 @@ -# vWii Modding Guide +# Creating a NAND dump of the Wii U -This page will guide you through the process of modding your vWii without modding the Wii U side. Wii U custom firmware will be used for this guide, however, nothing will actually be installed onto the Wii U side itself. You can also visit the [legacy exploits](legacy-exploits) page for more exploits that work on the vWii. +This page will guide you through the process of creating a NAND dump for your Wii U. This will protect you in the event that something goes wrong and your Wii U becomes bricked, allowing you to restore a NAND backup. -::: info +::: tip -If your Wii U side is already modded, proceed to [Installing the Homebrew Channel](vwii-homebrew-channel) +If you have already exploited your Wii U and created a NAND dump, proceed to [Installing the Homebrew Channel](vwii-homebrew-channel). ::: -::: info +::: warning + +Your SD Card will need to be formatted as FAT32. If your SD Card is not formatted to FAT32, follow [this guide](https://wiki.hacks.guide/wiki/Formatting_an_SD_card) to format it. -Your SD Card will need to be formatted as FAT32. If your SD Card is not formatted to FAT32, follow [this guide](https://wiki.hacks.guide/wiki/Formatting_an_SD_card) to format it. **Do not** label the SD Card as `wiiu` or it will cause issues with homebrew. +**DO NOT** label the SD Card as `wiiu` or it will cause issues with homebrew. +::: ## Requirements +* A Wii U * The latest files from [Aroma for your café](https://aroma.foryour.cafe/). - * Review the preliminal steps, then check all 4 boxes. - * Double check that nanddumper is selected. + * Review the preliminary steps, then check all 4 boxes. + * Ensure that nanddumper is selected. * Click on `Download Payloads`. * Click on `Download Base Aroma`. * The latest release of the [Compat Title Installer](https://github.com/Xpl0itU/vwii-compat-installer/releases/latest) (`compat_installer-Aroma.zip`) @@ -30,9 +34,7 @@ Your SD Card will need to be formatted as FAT32. If your SD Card is not formatte 1. Copy the contents of the downloaded Aroma *`.zip`* files to the root of your SD Card. 1. Copy `compat_installer.wuhb` file from `compat_installer-Aroma.zip` to `wiiu` -> `apps` of your SD Card. -SD Card Layout - -::: details Click here to show the final SD Card layout. +::: details If you followed the steps correctly, your SD card should have the following layout: ``` 💾sd: @@ -64,38 +66,47 @@ SD Card Layout ::: -### Section II - Launching the Exploit +### Section II - Launching Browser Exploit -::: info +::: tip -Make sure your Wii U has internet access for this step. +Ensure that your Wii U has Internet access for this step to ensure the exploit can function. ::: 1. Take the SD Card out of your computer and plug it into your Wii U console. 1. Launch the Internet Browser and navigate to the website `wiiuexploit.xyz`. + + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/browser-exploit.png) + 1. Click on `Run Exploit!` and hold the B button until you see a screen that says `Please choose your payload:`, this will be necessary for the next steps. + If your Wii U gets stuck on a white or otherwise frozen screen, wait a few seconds. If nothing happens, reboot the console, [reset the browser's save data](https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1507/~/how-to-delete-the-internet-browser-history) and try again. + + If your console is loaded into the Aroma environment, it may also result in the above result. You can remove your SD card from your Wii U before booting, which will force the Wii U to boot without Aroma, and then re-insert the SD card and try again. + If you see the EnvironmentLoader, you did not hold down B long enough. Try again. -### Section III - NAND Backup + ![](/images/vwii/exploit/payload-loader.png) -In case anything goes wrong in the later process and your vWii ends up bricked, restoring a previously made NAND backup can fix it. +### Section III - NAND Backup 1. Use the Wii U GamePad's D-Pad to enter the following configuration: - + Dump SLC: **optional** - + Dump SLCCMPT: **yes** - + Dump MLC: **optional** - + Dump OTP: **yes** - + Dump SEEPROM: **optional** + * MLC is OPTIONAL, if you do not want to dump it, leave it on `no`. If you do want to dump it, make sure you have a SD Card big enough for it (the dump will be 8GB or 32GB depending on your console) and toggle it to `yes`. + + ![](/images/vwii/nand-backup/backup-selection.png) + 1. Press the A button to start the dumping process. -1. When the process completed, power off your Wii U, take your SD Card out of the Wii U and plug it into your PC. -1. To make sure you don't lose the files, copy the `slccmpt.bin` and `otp.bin` files (and if you chose to go with a full backup, `seeprom.bin`, `slc.bin`, and `every mlc.bin.part` file) to your computer. -1. Delete the files from your SD Card to free up space. -1. Take the SD Card out of your computer and plug it into your Wii U console. +1. When the process is completed, power off your Wii U, eject your SD Card from your Wii U, and plug it into your PC. +1. To make sure you don't lose the files, copy the `slc.bin`, `slccmpt.bin`, `seeprom.bin`, `otp.bin` (and if you chose to go with a full backup, every `mlc.bin.part` file) to somewhere safe (Documents, Google Drive, OneDrive, etc.) on your computer. + * They will appear on the root of the SD card. + + ![](/images/vwii/nand-backup/backup-result.png) + +1. Delete the files from your SD card to free up space. +1. Take the SD card out of your computer and plug it into your Wii U console. ::: tip -[Continue to installing the Homebrew Channel](vwii-homebrew-channel-no-wiiu-mods) +[Continue to installing the Homebrew Channel](vwii-homebrew-channel) + +Now that you have a NAND backup saved, you can begin installing the Homebrew Channel onto the vWii Menu. ::: diff --git a/docs/wilbrand.md b/docs/wilbrand.md index ec890d91655..5919f061534 100644 --- a/docs/wilbrand.md +++ b/docs/wilbrand.md @@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ Wilbrand Web is recommended for its ease of use. ::: warning -SD cards larger than 2GB will not work on Wii menu versions before 4.0. +SD cards larger than 2GB will not work on Wii Menu versions before 4.0. ::: @@ -90,7 +90,7 @@ SD cards larger than 2GB will not work on Wii menu versions before 4.0. ::: warning -SD cards larger than 2GB will not work on Wii menu versions before 4.0. +SD cards larger than 2GB will not work on Wii Menu versions before 4.0. ::: diff --git a/docs/wnd-mini.md b/docs/wnd-mini.md index 6eecf571b95..91f56390f7d 100644 --- a/docs/wnd-mini.md +++ b/docs/wnd-mini.md @@ -55,7 +55,7 @@ The `WiiFlash_n_ECC.img` is your NAND image. The other two files are "error" dat 1. Launch xyzzy mod from the Homebrew Channel. 1. Select `USB device` - + It should start retriving your console information. + + It should start retrieving your console information. 1. When it is done, press any button to exit. + You will have 5 new files on your USB: @@ -82,7 +82,7 @@ For now, only the `bootmii_keys.bin` file is required. ::: info -If you would like to play Wii games online inside of dolphin with your Wii mini NAND, follow [this tutorial](https://dolphin-emu.org/docs/guides/wii-network-guide/) to retrive the files needed for online, even if you are already using the latest beta or development version of dolphin emulator. +If you would like to play Wii games online inside of dolphin with your Wii mini NAND, follow [this tutorial](https://dolphin-emu.org/docs/guides/wii-network-guide/) to retrieve the files needed for online, even if you are already using the latest beta or development version of dolphin emulator. :::