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| WAD Manager | |
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| Author | Waninkoko |
| Type | Utilities |
| Version | 1.7 |
| License | GPL-2.0 |
| Last Updated | 2010/05/23 |
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WAD Manager is a tool for managing WAD files on the Nintendo Wii. It allows for the installation and removal of both homebrew and official packages in WAD format. Users can browse through a storage device and select the WAD files they wish to work with. It's a simple and easy way to manage WAD files on the Wii.
Note: Installing a faulty WAD file can cause serious damage to your Nintendo Wii, known as a "banner brick" caused by incorrectly sized banners. Therefore, it is crucial to be cautious when downloading WAD files and to ensure that they come from a reputable source.
To safeguard your system, it's essential to have a brick protection in place before installing multiple WAD files. One of the most effective solutions is to have a NAND backup with Bootmii. This allows you to restore your Wii to its original state if something goes wrong. Another option is to use Preloader, which can help uninstall bad WAD files. Having either of these tools can provide peace of mind and protect your Wii from the dreaded banner brick.
Supported Devices
- SDGecko.
- Internal SD slot (with SDHC support).
- USB device (1.1 and 2.0).
How To Use
- Copy all the WAD packages in the storage device.
- Insert the storage device in the Wii.
- Run the application using any method to load homebrew.
- Select the IOS version to use. IOS249 recommended (if available).
- Select the storage device to use.
- Browse the storage device contents and select the WAD package to (un)install.
Media
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Wad Manager - (Wadmanager)
Notes
To use the NAND emulation is necessary to have a COMPLETE copy of the NAND filesystem in the root of the FAT device.
Changelog
WAD Manager v1.7
- Directory browsing support added.
- USB 2.0 Mass Storage Device support fixed.
- Autofix bad common key (with fakesigning).
- GUI modified (bigger console and new background).
- Background music added (OGG player).
- Miscellaneous fixes and improvements.
Kudos
- Team Twiizers/devkitPRO
- svpe
- kwiirk
- All my betatesters.
Disclaimer
THIS APPLICATION COMES WITH NO WARRANTY AT ALL, NEITHER EXPRESS NOR IMPLIED. I DO NOT TAKE ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE IN YOUR WII CONSOLE BECAUSE OF A IMPROPER USAGE OF THIS SOFTWARE.