Hacking Wii U Hacking & Homebrew Discussion

[dacore84]

Just don't connect the Wii U to the internet and it wont know whether or not it needs an update

Ok thanks. I thought it was like the Xbox One that needs to be connected to the internet on the first boot. Then after that initial setup you can disconnect it from the internet (but then it could be to late ofc). But that isn´t the case with WiiU then? And no, I don´t got a WiiU atm but when reading this thread I´m thinking about getting one soon

 

[TotalInsanity4]

Again, that would require defeating the loader to replace where the TVii icon redirects to. It is a good idea, though, and it would be cool if it was implemented

 

[ShadowOne333]

Guys, guys...
You are getting ahead of yourselves by a LOT.

The exploit isn't even out yet, and you want to replace TVii for a Homebrew Channel?
Damn!

Easy there!

A proper Homebrew Channel is priority first before undergoing some further modifications to make it a Quick Launch icon.

In the meanwhile, stop it with the crazy ideas. XD
Wait until this is out, then spit ideas IF the devs are willing to take some.

 

[MRDOCA]

Exciting times just around the corner. Thanks for keeping everyone updated

 

[TheZander]

Is there a way to use that browser exploit posted a couple pages back with the C files from marionumber1's like the one where it shows the wiiu's IP. I think its rpc.c

 

[air2004]

I think you all gave dude a free wiiU

 

[Ray Lewis]

Hykem's Wii U arrived today, but he needs a disc to upgrade to v2.X and power adapters. Expect to hear something by Monday it's probably too low to auto-update

Bought a Wii U without a power adapter??? Odd....

 

[TheZander]

Bought a Wii U without a power adapter??? Odd....

probably one of those countries where the outlets are different...

 

[JVC2]

I think you all gave dude a free wiiU

I thought that was the point....

 

[PhyChris]

if he is stuck for a power adapter he can use a PC power supply, just about any will do as the wiiu is not that power hungry. pinouts can easley be found online.

EDIT: the wiiu is 15v my bad

 

[TotalInsanity4]

I don't profess to be an expert in energy efficiency, but I think a concern with that would be frying the main board if you send too many volts through it without the proper power brick. I think it's just safer to go official in this case

 

[Krafter]

Power supplys can be found on Amazon for a good price. My guess is that he just didn't catch that the Wii didn't come with one. This is very common when buying used consoles. Hell sometimes it's harder to find a used console with one than it is without.

 

[Mr. Mysterio]

I don't profess to be an expert in energy efficiency, but I think a concern with that would be frying the main board if you send too many volts through it without the proper power brick. I think it's just safer to go official in this case

Yes, especially since it was SO hard for him to get this Wii U. He'll probably treating it like priceless treasure (which it is).

 

[PhyChris]

I don't profess to be an expert in energy efficiency, but I think a concern with that would be frying the main board if you send too many volts through it without the proper power brick. I think it's just safer to go official in this case

modern electronics use a stranded voltage, 3.3v, 5v 12v. the only time you will encounter different is for battery charging, power tools, laptop PSUs.
trust me it would work.

plus a good PC PSU is better then a stock wiiu PSU. MUCH more consistent voltage with no drop off or over heating. It would literally be better for the console. (longer life. less chance of software freezing)

EDIT: Its 15v so a PC PSU is a no go

 

[TotalInsanity4]

Yes, especially since it was SO hard for him to get this Wii U. He'll probably treating it like priceless treasure (which it is).

I don't always get shipped to Hykem, but when I do, I do it without a power supply

 

[Krafter]

modern electronics use a stranded voltage, 3.3v, 5v 12v. the only time you will encounter different is for battery charging, power tools, laptop PSUs.
trust me it would work.

I just looked at mine. It's 15v 5 amps. I would have guessed it was a 12v.

Edit: I guess he could wire the 12v and 3.3v in series to get 15.3v but I think it would be better to get the proper power supply.

 

[PhyChris]

I just looked at mine. It's 15v 5 amps. I would have guessed it was a 12v.

I am eating my words it is indeed 15v this is strange.

 

[pwsincd]

think laptops and the 15v will make sense

 

[CosmoCortney]

As long as the power supply has 15v and more than 5A output it should be fine. The power supply only outputs as many amperes as required. The Voltage is static.. but correct me if I'm wrong

 

[PhyChris]

if it has ~5A or more it would power it, yes but most laptop chargers are crap for applications like this, they overheat, and give very unstable power. very bad on a console. plus I'm not sure if the wiiu PSU is switching or not (needs a signal to turn on)