The Wii has two "standby" modes: Standby Connect on and Standby Connect off. Look at the light on the power button to tell the difference. The light will be green when the Wii is on.

Steps

  1. 1
    Press and hold the power button on the Wii Remote and your Wii will go into standby mode with Standby Connect on. The light will be orange/yellow. In this mode, WiiConnect24 will be on.
  2. 2
    If you want the Wii to be in standby mode with Standby Connect off, then press and hold the power button on the console until the light is red. In this mode, WiiConnect24 will be off.
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  3. 3
    If you want the Wii to be completely off (no power at all), disconnect the plug connecting the Wii to the plug socket.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How do you control your Wii or WiiU with your phone?
    Isabel Ryan
    Isabel Ryan
    Community Answer
    Download the app and connect it.
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Warnings

  • Don't unplug the Wii if it is in standby mode, as it is still on in a low-power state.
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Things You'll Need

  • Wii
  • A Wii Remote
  • AA batteries for the Wii Remote

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