Nyko Net Connect for Wii

by Nyko

Product Features

• Requires no wireless network, security codes or complex setup
• Connects to your existing Internet connection using a standard Cat5 network cable
• USB 2.0 connection supports the Wii at full speed, even faster than Wi-Fi
• Compatible with: Wii Opera Browser, Wii Connect 24, Wii Parade, Online play of your favorite online enabled titles, and other online features of the Wii
• Creates a high-speed LAN Internet connection for your Nintendo Wii
• Wired Internet connection is more reliable than Wi-Fi

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000X2DP8O
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 2 x 2.5 inches ; 5.6 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: November 15, 2007
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (197 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,362 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #1 in Video Games > Wii > Hardware > Networking

Product Description

Nyko Net Connect allows this USB Network Adaptor to create a reliable high-speed Lan Internet connection for the Nintendo Wii.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

76 of 77 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Worked Flawlessly First Time, March 31, 2008

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J. Decelles (North Chelmsford, MA United States) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Nyko Net Connect for Wii (Video Game)

I got this for my Wii since it was cheaper than setting up a wireless network, and cheaper than the USB Wii Dongle (which costs about as much as a Wireless Router),

I plugged this into the back of my Wii, plugged in an ethernet cable hooked up to my wired router and 2 minutes later I was downloading updates for my Wii.

I have not had any issues with this product, but one thing that might be of concern is that the cat5 ethrnet cable doesn't "lock" into place. It fits snugly, but a tug on the cable can remove it from the adapter. This might be considered a safety feature, since if your foot accidentally snags on your cable it will pull the cable out instead of pulling your Wii off your entertainment stand.

59 of 60 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's so easy... well, you know the rest!, April 27, 2008

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Friend of Dorothy 25177 (Over the rainbow) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Nyko Net Connect for Wii (Video Game)

I'm a technology hermit and this was a simple setup. I have DSL and all I did was unplug the ethernet cable from the back of my computer and plug it into the adapter. (The adapter plugs into the back of the Wii via USB). Under Wii settings, choose "Internet" - select "connection settings" - select a box that has "None" (ex. "Connection 1 - None") - then select "Wired connection" - select "Ok" to test connection. That's it. Worked instantly. You only need a Wii points card if you want to download virtual games (500-1000 points, depending on game) or download the Internet Channel (500 points). This review is a bit of a mess, but I give this product 5 Stars!

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works as expected for a good price, February 12, 2008

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Indy Plex "indy" (SF, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nyko Net Connect for Wii (Video Game)

I was a little tentative when I got this, but the price was right. Basically, wanted to use it to hook my Wii up to a wired network. Plugged it in and it worked. Good price, and for once no configuration mess or any problems. If you're wavering on this or the official twice-the-price connector, I'd highly recommend this.