How do I get my router and wii to connect.

Error Code: 51420 The Wii console is not able to connect to your wired router or modem.

1. If your connection worked previously, check to see if there is a Wii System Update that you have not aquired. To get the latest Wii System Update:
   1. From the Wii's main menu, select the Wii icon along the bottom left of the screen.
   2. Select "Wii Settings".
   3. Click the left arrow to get to Wii System Settings 3
   4. Choose "Wii System Update"
   5. Choose "Yes" to connect to the internet and perform a Wii system update.
2. Make sure that you are using the Wii LAN Adapter made by Nintendo. LAN adapters not made by Nintendo likely will not work with the Wii console.
3. Check to make sure you are not running the Wii LAN Adapter from a USB hub (a device that connects multiple USB products through a single device), as this will likely not work. Connect the USB Connector directly to the modem or router.
4. Ensure that the Wii LAN Adapter setup is correct, and that the Wii LAN Adapter was connected with the console turned off.
5. Check to see if the ethernet cable you are using is not working properly, by connecting another ethernet cable from your router/modem to the Wii LAN Adapter. If the connection works using a different cable, then the problem was with the first cable.
6. If possible, try another Wii LAN Adapter. If you are unable to try another Wii LAN Adapter, or are still receiving this error code, please call 1-800-255-3700 for assistance.

Error Code: 51031

The only wireless network within range of your Wii console is not configured or is not compatible with the Wii.

• Check for interference that may be preventing a successful connection:

Various factors affect connecting a Wii to the internet with a WiFi connection as well, including signal strength, distance from the wireless router to the console and obstacles such as walls and ceilings that interfere with the signal. If you're using a G router and you have your Wii is too far away or, has obstacles in the way, it will not connect. You should use an N-Router if there is a significant distance between the console and the router or if there are obstacles. Here is everything you need to know about connecting your Wii to the Internet.

Make sure other wireless devices such as cordless phones or wireless speakers are turned off, and that the Wii console is an open area without objects or electronics blocking the signal. (For instance, if the Wii is placed in a crowded entertainment center, try moving the Wii somewhere with more room.)

Change your router's channel setting to 1 or 11. By default, most routers broadcast on channel 6, which overlaps with other channels and may be weaker.

• Check to see if the router you are using is a known to be incompatible. Click here to view the list. If your router is known to be incompatible, you'll need to use a different router if possible.
• Make sure that the SSID (network name) matches exactly to what you have entered in the Wii console's settings. To verify:

1. Login to your router's settings (click here and select your router, if available, for information).
2. Look for the section for SSID (typically in the "wireless settings" area).
3. After you find the SSID (network name), verify in the manual settings of the Wii console that the SSID appears exactly as listed in the consumer's router. This includes making sure capitalization, spaces, or special characters match exactly.

• Look up your router, if available, in the list of wireless routers, and check for any special notes that may be necessary to get the connection to work properly.

• The router may not be assigning an IP address to the Wii console, and a connection using the "Manual Settings" may be necessary.

• Your router may require a firmware update to work properly with the Wii console. Firmware updates can usually be found on the router manufacturer's website; consult the manufacturer for more information.

This is a connection error on a Wii. The Wii is trying to connect to your wireless router and failing.
firstly, power cycle the router (turn off, leave for 30 seconds, turn on) then try the Wii.
If that does not work then delete the Wii connection settings and re-connect to your router.

The Wii conneects to your router via wireless communication.
First make sure thw Wii is not too far form the router, ideally in the same room while you are setting it up.
On the Wii screen go to the bottom round button 'Wii' for Wii Options.
Then select Wii Settings. Then click on the arrow to go to Wii System Settings 2.
Select 'Internet', then 'Connection Settings'.
Select ' Connection 1' then 'Wireless connection', ' Search for Access point'.
After the search the Wii will display all wireless networks in range. Select your router from the list and enter the required secure I.D. key for your router (if secured).

1 In order to set up your Nintendo Wii internet connection, you need to have high speed internet service, such as DSL, cable, or fiber optic.

If you want to use a wired connection for your Wii, you will need to purchase the Nintendo Wii Lan Adapter and a long ethernet cable to reach your router or modem. The Wii Lan adapter is available from many sources for about $30 and the cable will cost you around $10 or more. If you want to plug in your computer and Wii at the same time, you will need a router. You do not need a router if you are planning on unplugging your computer when you use Wii over the internet. Honestly, wireless routers cost about $35 and don't require a cable, so I purchased a wireless router instead. Plus, I don't want an ugly cable running across the room.

If you still want to use the Wii Lan adapter to connect to the internet, here are the steps to connect your Wii Lan adapter to your Wii game system:

Make sure your Wii game system is turned off.

Attach the Wii Lan adapter to the USB port on the back of your console.

Connect the other end to an ethernet cable that goes to your router or modem.

Turn your console back on.

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If you are using the Nintendo Wii Lan Adapter to connect to the internet, follow this step. If you are connecting to the internet via a wireless router, skip this step and go to step 3.

To connect your Wii via a wired connection:

Go to the Wii Menu.

Click on the round Wii button on the lower left corner.

Click Wii Settings.

Click the right arrow to go to page 2.

Click on the Internet button.

Click Connection Settings.

Click Connection 3.

Click Wired Connection.

Your Wii will do a connection test and hopefully everything will be all set. You are now finished.

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To connect your Wii via a wireless connection:

Go to the Wii Menu.

Click on the round Wii button on the lower left corner.

Click Wii Settings.

Click the right arrow to go to page 2.

Click on the Internet button.

Click Connection Settings.

Click Connection 3.

Click Wireless Connection.

Select Search for Access Point. Click OK.

Select the access point you want to use. Click Save and OK.

You may be prompted to enter your password.

Your Wii should now be all connected.

A Local Area Network device is a router. You need a router to connect your Wii to either wired or wireless so that your Wii can utilize your internet connection. Your Wii already has a wireless network adapter inside it so to set up a connection to a wireless router you just click on the Wii button on the lower left corner of the dashboard, then click on the right arrow to go to page 2 of the settings screen, then click on network settings and then click on a network connection, then follow the directions to set up your Wii on your network. You can either set up a wired or a wireless connection, but since wireless routers are cheap and easier to find than routers with usb connections (my Wii doesn't have an ethernet port) I suggest a wireless connection.

To connect the Wii to the Internet you will need a wireless router in your home. Otherwise, you have to buy Wii lan adapter to connect it with an ethernet cable.
To connect, go to Wii settings, then Internet, then Connection settings, then Connection 1.
Then click wireless connection and then let the Wii search for a wireless access point (a wireless router).
When your router appears on the list select it.
If your router has a key, then you have to enter it.
Press OK and you are finished.

1.Unplug all off your devices starting with the wii then your linksys router.

2. On the router unplug the connections on the back ports then reconnect them "port connections first then power connections second"

3. Go to the wireless connection screen and do a network test on the Wii.

4.If that doesn't work then you have to go into the router itself through its ip address and redo the settings to make sure you have the connection to the router unblocked.

I hope that helps

Rad

Make sure the switch is physically connected to the router.

You can check if the problem is with the internet connection going to the Wii or just the wireless connection.

When you loose connection, check the Wii's ip address. If it does not have an ip address(or ip is 169.xx.xx.xx) that means that the Wii is disconnecting from the wireless network. You can then try other wireless channels on your router.

If the Wii is still getting an ip of 192.168.x.x, that means that the problem is the internet from the router. You might need to forward ports on the router for your Wii.