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=== Items Required ===
=== Items Required ===
* Temperature Controlled Soldering Iron
* Leaded or Lead Free Solder
* Non-Corrosive, No Clean Flux (Amtech 559 / Kester 959T)
* 99% Isopropyl Alcohol
* Multi Meter
* Exacto Knife
* Small screw Phillips screw drivers
* Side cutters


== Step 1 - GEM Jumpers ==
== Step 1 - GEM Jumpers ==

Revision as of 14:52, 16 December 2025

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Introduction

Disclaimer

This kit is for advanced installers only. Install at your own risk. We cannot be held responsible for damage to your console and/or kit.

Important Information

The kit is compatible with all Wii Models. There are three different installation types depending on your Wii Motherboard. These will be referred to as 6 Layer, 4 Layer, Wii Mini.

6 Layer Models:

  • RVL-CPU-01
  • RVL-CPU-10
  • RVL-CPU-20
  • RVL-CPU-30

4 Layer Models:

  • RVL-CPU-40
  • RVL-CPU-50
  • RVL-CPU-60

Wii Mii:

  • RVK-CPU-01
  • RVK-CPU-02

Here is a video installation of a 4 layer board. Please use it for references and techniques.

https://youtu.be/231tQfbZO_k

Kit Contents

  • Wii Main Flex
  • USB Sniffer Board
  • USB Sniffer Flex
  • Mini HDMI Adapter Board
  • Male HDMI Adapter
  • 150mm 18p FFC Cable
  • FR4 Mount
  • M1.6 Screw mount (2x)
  • M1.6 Screw 3mm (2x)
  • Wifi Antenna
  • .5mm Thermal Pad

Items Required

  • Temperature Controlled Soldering Iron
  • Leaded or Lead Free Solder
  • Non-Corrosive, No Clean Flux (Amtech 559 / Kester 959T)
  • 99% Isopropyl Alcohol
  • Multi Meter
  • Exacto Knife
  • Small screw Phillips screw drivers
  • Side cutters

Step 1 - GEM Jumpers

Step 2 - Disassembly

Step 3 - Installing the GEM Mount & Flex

Step 4 - Attaching the GEM and Initial Testing

Step 5 - Finishing Up