Retro GEM Wii Installation: Difference between revisions

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* Side cutters
* Side cutters


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


Set the Retro GEM Jumpers and attach the WIFI antenna along with the mini HDMI connector. Make sure the mini hdmi is plugged in all the way sometimes it can be stubborn to insert fully.
Set the Retro GEM Jumpers and attach the WIFI antenna along with the mini HDMI connector. Make sure the mini hdmi is plugged in all the way sometimes it can be stubborn to insert fully.
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https://docs.pixelfx.co/fxdigital-config.html
https://docs.pixelfx.co/fxdigital-config.html


== Step 2 - Disassembly ==
== Disassembly ==


This guide will not go over the disassembly of the Wii. Guides are available online.  
This guide will not go over the disassembly of the Wii. Guides are available online.  
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Please make sure the heatsink is attached to the Wii when doing any power on testing. M2 screws and Nut can be use a temp solution to hold the heatsink in place without the bottom plastic. Allowing you to boot the console and still have access to the back side of the motherboard. For the Wii to display an image the WIFI/BT Dongle must be attached (Sometimes it sticks to the top metal shield during disassembly).
Please make sure the heatsink is attached to the Wii when doing any power on testing. M2 screws and Nut can be use a temp solution to hold the heatsink in place without the bottom plastic. Allowing you to boot the console and still have access to the back side of the motherboard. For the Wii to display an image the WIFI/BT Dongle must be attached (Sometimes it sticks to the top metal shield during disassembly).


== Step 3 - 6 Layer Installation  ==
== 6 Layer Installation  ==


=== Area Prep ===
=== Area Prep ===
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[[File:WII_6_BRIDGE.JPEG|500px]]


== Step 3 - 4 Layer Installation ==
== 4 Layer Installation ==


=== Area Prep ===
=== Area Prep ===
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== Step 3 - Wii Mini Installation ==
== Step 3 - Wii Mini Installation ==
Coming Soon


== Step 4 - Finishing Up ==
== Step 4 - Finishing Up ==