Various Wii U details: SD cards, Wii mode, more
There is more information about a few Wii U topics below. The roundup covers SD cards, how the console can be turned on, the mode used to access Wii content, and the lack of print material included with the console.
SD cards
– Up to 2GB SD cards supported
– Up to 32GB SDHC cards supported
– Won’t support SDXC or “UHS-type” cards
– Need an adapter for a Micro or Mini SD card
– Larger SDHC cards may work
Turning on the system
– Can turn on the Wii U without turning on the TV
– Press the power button on the GamePad to enable the system
– Then access content without the TV on
– TV Remote integration will let you then turn on the TV through the Pad itself
– Can access the GamePad and turn on your Wii U through the controller’s touch screen
– There’s a button within the remote interface that says “Play Wii U”
– Touch this to turn the system on
– Can also press the power button on the system itself
The Wii application
– System goes into a mode dedicated to running Wii software
– Need to access the Wii application from the Wii U interface
– Will need to use the Wiimote to navigate
– WiiConnect24 doesn’t work
Manuals
– Wii U doesn’t have a huge manual
– Does come with some printed instructions
– Most “how to” info is stored in a digital manual on the console itself
– Can access this through the home screen
