Do NOT upgrade your Wii to 4.2 through Nintendo -- Safe Update!

[RoyMaster4]

It makes it so if there is a bad code that corrupts your save file, you can restore it because of stupid copy protections that stop you from backing up your save file on the SD card. Also, it lets you protect so much of your Wii.

This also currently closes the door on the ability to install it.

Actually, that sounds kinda familiar. Maybe I already have it, I know I backed up my Animal Crossing save file using some app...

But I'll just avoid this update for now in any case.

 

[illinialex24]

W00t:

http://gbatemp.net/index.php?showtopic=182407&st=795&p=2290717&#entry2290717

 

[Mr. Rogu]

oh, so it pretty much gets rid of homebrew completely for right now? F***. i just updated so i could go to wii shop today to enter more wii points

 

[illinialex24]

Smooth, there are ways to get around this though don't worry.

 

[illinialex24]

Oh and I just patched the system menu, gonna test it in a bit and then get someone to write a auto patch for it when it works.

 

[spiderjjr45]

I haven't updated to 4.2, but I left WiiConnect24 on for a day when it came out. I'm still at 4.0, but now no codes that I apply to brawl ever work, is it possible that WiiConnect24 updated parts of my firmware without completely turning it into 4.2?

 

[comboking]

W00t:

http://gbatemp.net/index.php?showtopic=182407&st=795&p=2290717&#entry2290717

Can I get the final wad so I can use it on my wii? I downloaded IOS 61 is that bad?

 

[illinialex24]

Thats a bit illegal. And its not bad to get IOS61.

I can give you the steps, can't do anything else.

 

[comboking]

Could you PM me the wad?
Or maybe just make a tutorial video?

 

[Alphatron]

lol. Appearantly, Attack of the show on G4 was talking about homebrew apps ten days prior to the update.

 

[A17]

i never updating my wii since i ever bought it, prechipped, 3.3 never went up from then on. Who needs WADs, VC or Wiiwares on an SD or HC for that matter?

Im actually surprised to see so many people shocked. Should already realize by now Nintendo is fully aware of what HBC is and is desperately trying to kill it.

Come to think about it that's probably why they dropped the price of the Wii, to promote newer versions of it so that those newcomers cant install any homebrew ever.

 

[illinialex24]

4.1 is actually the ideal version according to almost every Homebrew user.

And don't worry, I'll make a guide. But no wad. NUS Downloader and you patch it yourself. So its 100% legal.

 

[Man of Popsicle]

I'll let you all know I bought a wii points card the day before this came out : /

 

[illinialex24]

Don't worry, patched IOS61 without trucha bug and Wii Shop Channel v17 install, you'll be fine. No need to upgrade.

 

[Depster]

lol. Appearantly, Attack of the show on G4 was talking about homebrew apps ten days prior to the update.

The last issue of Popular Science magazine endorsed putting HBC on DSi's =p Not only that, but it told people where to go to get the file and that they absolutely needed emulators for free games...

 

[comboking]

lol. Appearantly, Attack of the show on G4 was talking about homebrew apps ten days prior to the update.

They didn't say anything illegal did they? G4 stinks most of their reviews of Wii games aren't very good.

I got it to work without using a WAD. YES You guys still can't get your free NES game yet btw.

 

[Grey Belnades]

Why does anyone want to update to 4.2? I'm sticking with 4.1

 

[comboking]

We want to be able to use the Wii shop channel. And have our wiis to the fullest it can be with hacks.

 

[.WC.]

 

[Grey Belnades]

Oh....I see.

 

[comboking]

They didn't say anything illegal did they? G4 stinks most of their reviews of Wii games aren't very good.

I got it to work without using a WAD. YES You guys still can't get your free NES game yet btw.

YES I am so awesome.

 

[Grey Belnades]

Oh I just remembered about the free NES game you get if you bought the internet channel...what a trap

 

[.WC.]

The IC sucks.

 

[Grey Belnades]

The IC sucks.

If you don't own a computer then I beg to differ.

 

[rPSIvysaur]

If you don't own a computer you probably don't hack

 

[.WC.]

Well there you go. You must concur, Mechanix.

 

[comboking]

The new wii IC is good

 

[illinialex24]

4.2U is cracked.

 

[Eternal Yoshi]

Wow that was fast.

 

[illinialex24]

Yep, we just need to find the update patch for it, which shouldn't take that long and we essentially have a complete upgrade. Right now use Gecko OS and as long as you don't care about region free and copy save protection, your good. (or no BMG music).

 

[lucha5]

um im on vacation now, when i get back home and turn my wii on will i have a chance to avoid the update?

 

[illinialex24]

Yes you should. If your really worried, just make sure it isn't connected to the wifi when you go. Just moving your Wii 1 mile away and going to a friends house is guaranteed to do this. Turn WC24 off and your fine,

 

[Anther]

I like the yellow dot more than the red dot ;_;

 

[Eternal Yoshi]

The Yellow dot may betray you on the next update.

 

[Ax00x0]

Anyone have the link to the unistaller for homebrew? I deleted the channel, but I think the code is still in the Wii. Sorry, but I use my Wii for more than just Brawl, and an update will be required eventually.

 

[illinialex24]

Anyone have the link to the unistaller for homebrew? I deleted the channel, but I think the code is still in the Wii. Sorry, but I use my Wii for more than just Brawl, and an update will be required eventually.

Why the **** would you ever do that *******. I just created a method so HBC works fine on 4.2U with the work of others. Now reinstall it.

 

[Grey Belnades]

Why the **** would you ever do that *******. I just created a method so HBC works fine on 4.2U with the work of others. Now reinstall it.

Why so serious? If he doesn't want HB, let him.

 

[Isatis]

but I think the code is still in the Wii.

I think you're getting a bit paranoid here. Once you delete HBC, it's just gone, that's it. There is no code still in the Wii, unless you installed DVDx or BootMii.

 

[illinialex24]

There is the title ID, which is likely still installed meaning you can run it off the SD card. Use AnyTitleDeleter to get rid of that if you wish. Or update to 4.2U. Either works.

 

[Ax00x0]

Why so serious? If he doesn't want HB, let him.

This. These updates from Big N are becoming more frequent, and I simply don't care to keep track of it. The only thing I use it for is no trip/longer replays for Brawl, but since my friend has 2 wiis that already have this (and always has them on him) I just don't see he need for it. *shrug*

I think you're getting a bit paranoid here. Once you delete HBC, it's just gone, that's it. There is no code still in the Wii, unless you installed DVDx or BootMii.

True, but these things tend to leave IDs and tiny strands behind...but, upon reading the homebrew wiki and official statement from Nintendo on the update, it doesn't seem this will cause any problems (as I've had HBC removed for a while now). I was just worried about my Wii becoming unplayable (bricked), but all 4.2 does is erase the channels anyways. I'll probably reinstall it later down the road, when the updates become more stable.

There is the title ID, which is likely still installed meaning you can run it off the SD card. Use AnyTitleDeleter to get rid of that if you wish. Or update to 4.2U. Either works.

Yeah, this. Thanks for the info, good to know. I should be fine now.