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[[image:WiiKey.JPG|thumb|The WiiKey modchip]]
== Welcome to the WiiKey Wiki ==
The WiiKey was announced at the beginning of February, 2007 and shipped at the end of the month. It is one of many modchips available for the [https://wiki.gbatemp.net/wiki/Category:Wii Wii] and acts as a firmware replacement funneled through the debug serial port - tricking the DVD drive into believing that the backup is in fact legit, much like current [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox_360 Xbox 360] chips do.
The WiiKey was announced at the beginning of February 2007 and shipped at the end of the month. It is one of many modchips available for the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wii Wii] by Nintendo and acts as a firmware replacement funneled through the debug serial port - tricking the DVD drive into believing that the backup is in fact legit, much like current [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox_360 Xbox 360] chips do.
== Specifications ==
== Specifications ==
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As listed on the chip's official website:
As listed on the chip's official website:
* Direct boot of Wii backups
* Direct boot of Wii backups.
* Direct boot of GC backups
* Direct boot of GC backups.
* Direct boot of homebrew in GC mode
* Direct boot of homebrew in GC mode.
* Supports all currently available console/drive versions
* Supports all currently available console/drive versions.
* Supports D2B chipsets
* Supports D2B chipsets.
* Sophisticated (true) update mechanism via DVD (future proof, expect cool features to come)
* Sophisticated (true) update mechanism via DVD (future proof, expect cool features to come).
* Direct boot of different NTSC region Wii games/backups on US and JAP consoles (some incompatibilities)
* Direct boot of different NTSC region Wii games/backups on US and JAP consoles (some incompatibilities).
* Partial support for NTSC region Wii games/backups on PAL consoles
* Partial support for NTSC region Wii games/backups on PAL consoles.
* Partial support for PAL region Wii games/backups on NTSC consoles
* Partial support for PAL region Wii games/backups on NTSC consoles.
* Boots different region GC games/backups (partially without swapping)
* Boots different region GC games/backups (partially without swapping).
* Supports multi-disc games for BOTH Wii and GameCube
* Supports multi-disc games for BOTH Wii and GameCube.
* Supports DVD-R / true DVD R and RW support (no bitsetting required!)
* Supports DVD-R / true DVD R and RW support (no bitsetting required!).
* Improved readsettings for recordable media
* Improved readsettings for recordable media.
* Built-in audio fix (work in progress)
* Built-in audio fix (work in progress).
* Supports fullsize 4GB discs for GameCube homebrew
* Supports fullsize 4GB discs for GameCube homebrew.
* Stealth mode
* Stealth mode.
* 512 byte EEPROM to store configuration
* 512 byte EEPROM to store configuration.
* Quicksolder interface - no wires required
* Quick-solder interface - no wires required.
* Unique disc backup application via sdcard
* Unique disc backup application via SD card.
* Compact design, best quality components, rock solid high speed controller
* Compact design, best quality components, rock solid high speed controller.
* Professional ESD packing
* Professional ESD packing.
* Recovery mode - Can recover from a bad flash
* Recovery mode - Can recover from a bad flash.
== Installation ==
== Installation ==
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GBAtemp member [[crumpster]] has written an excellent [http://gbatemp.net/index.php?showtopic=43534 guide] to opening and soldering the Wii.
GBAtemp member [[crumpster]] has written an excellent [http://gbatemp.net/index.php?showtopic=43534 guide] to opening and soldering the Wii.
* [http://www.wiikeyguide.com/images/WiiKey-Install-Diagram-D2B.jpg Diagram showing] where to solder pin 3 on the WiiKey for the D2B boards that are missing point 3 on the board.
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20071109165152/http://www.wiikeyguide.com/images/WiiKey-Install-Diagram-D2B.jpg Diagram showing] where to solder pin 3 on the WiiKey for the D2B boards that are missing point 3 on the board.
* [http://www.wiikeyguide.com/images/WiiKey-Install-Diagram-Guide-D2B.pdf Complete install guide] thanks to Console Workshop for the new D2B models with the legs removed on the IC.
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20090612054101/http://www.wiikeyguide.com/images/WiiKey-Install-Diagram-Guide-D2B.pdf Complete install guide] thanks to Console Workshop for the new D2B models with the legs removed on the IC.
==WiiKey Firmware Updates==
The Wiikey team had released some WiiKey firmware updates. The patches are cumulative, so you need only to install the last version available.
'''The last version available:''' [https://gbatemp.net/download/wiikey-firmware.39320/ Firmware 1.99 Beta - 2010.05.29]
* This update fixes the 3X DVD issue and adds NSMB BCA support.
'''Older versions:'''
* 1.9S (PAL, US, JAP) - Firmware patched for Super Smash Bros. Brawl (2008-04-12)
* 1.9G (PAL, US, JAP) - Firmware patched for Super Mario Galaxy (2007-11)
* 1.9B (PAL, US, JAP) - Firmware 1.9B (2007-09)
==Clones==
==Clones==
Due to it's popularity the Wiikey has been cloned. According to the manufacturer, "Cloned Wiikeys will not accept the official software updates". In contrast to that, there are little to no complains about clones not working. Also, an official software update that does not work with the clones has yet to be released. For now, these clones work exactly as well as the originals, although their build quality may not be exactly up to standard.
Due to it's popularity, the WiiKey has been subject to the form of clones. The manufacturer claims that "Cloned WiiKeys will not accept the official software updates." On the other hand, there aren't many complaints about clones not functioning with official updates. There is currently no official software upgrade that is incompatible with the clones; although their build quality might not be quite as superior as the originals, these clones function the same as the originals.To ensure that you're are purchasing a genuine WiiKey chip and not a clone, be sure to purchase your WiiKey only from vendors on the [https://web.archive.org/web/20071026044411/http://www.wiikey.cn:80/resellers.html official resellers list].
Clones are not supported by the Wiikey team. To ensure you are purchasing a genuine Wiikey chip and not a clone be sure to purchase your Wiikey only from vendors on the [http://www.wiikey.cn/resellers.html official resellers list].
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To determine if a Wiikey is a clone use the following guide:<br />
To determine if a WiiKey is a clone, use the following guide:<br />
As of now, all region free methods (be it patching with a region free application, or in this case, the Wiikey's built in region free capability) share the same method of patching. Therefore, all compatibility issues are the same, and can be documented on one specific page.
As of writing, all region-free methods (whether it would be patching with a region-free application or, in the case of the WiiKey's built-in region-free capabilities) share the same method of patching. Therefore, all compatibility issues are the same. These methods are documented on the following page/s:
* [[Wii Region Patcher Compatibility List]]
* [[Wii Region Patcher Compatibility List]]
== Problem with Gamecube games that use streaming audio ==
== Problem with GameCube games that use streaming audio ==
In opposite to what's stated in the official specification, some people reported problems with Gamecube games that are using streaming audio. The problems seem to happen with any kind of media, be it backup or orignal. Source: ???
Several users have encountered issues with GameCube games that utilize audio streaming. The issue stems from low-cost recordable media, be it that or original games. Source: ???
==FAQ==
==FAQ==
===Will WiiKey mod chip work with Nintendo Wii ONLINE games?===
===Does the WiiKey support online features===
Yes. The Wiikey does not modify the Wii firmware. The WiiKey modifies the responses that the DVD Drive sends to the motherboard when verifying discs authenticity.
Yes. The WiiKey does not modify the Wii's firmware. The WiiKey modifies the challenge responses that the DVD drive sends to the motherboard when verifying a disc's authenticity.
===Is there any special upgrades you have to do after chipping the system===
===Does the system need any extra modifications after installing the WiiKey===
You do not have to upgrade the firmware, as the Wiikey comes shipped with one. What you should (and in the case of clones have to) do though, is use the "Setup Disc Images v1.2" (available via download) to configure your chip to play games in the right video format etc.
No. You do not need to upgrade the firmware as the WiiKey comes shipped with the latest firmware on its microcontroller. What you should do (including clones), is use "Setup Disc v1.3" (available via download) to configure the chip to play games in the correct video mode etc. If your WiiKey is on an older firmware, it's recommended to upgrade to WiiKey v1.99.
===Can Gamecube Homebrew games be burned onto regular size DVD-Roms and be played on the chipped Wii?===
===Can GameCube homebrew games (in ISO9600 format) be burned onto regular-sized DVDs and booted on a chipped Wii===
Yes, Gamecube homebrew games and apps can be burned on DVDs. However, special restrictions apply when using Wii firmware 3.0 or higher (see below).
Yes. GameCube homebrew games and apps can burned onto DVDs. However, there are restrictions to this when using Wii System Firmware 3.0 or higher (see below).
===What about the Wii Firmware update 3.0, does it affect a Wiikey moded Wii?===
===Does Wii firmware 3.0 affect a WiiKey modded Wii unit?===
For the moment there seems to be no problem updating to Nintendo's Wii firmware 3.0 if you have a Wiikey installed.
For the moment, there seems to be no issue after updating to System Firmware 3.0 if you have a WiiKey installed. However, bear in mind that GameCube homebrew discs (including the WiiKey Setup Disc) require 'special patches' to function. The WiiKey had since released an updated version of their disc to accommodate for this.
However, special patches have to be applied to gamecue-homebrew discs, including the WiiKey setup disc. The Wiikey team has promised to release an updated version of the disc in the near future.
Wii backups are not affected by the update.
Wii backups are not affected by this update.
===What about the Wii Firmware update 4.2, does it affect a Wiikey modded Wii?===
For the moment there seems to be no problem updating to Nintendo's Wii firmware 4.2 (using the safe updater in case you use Homebrew apps/channels) if you have a Wiikey installed.
* It had been tested with WiiKey firmware 1.9S and the update to firmware 4.2 is working fine.
* Later the Wiikey 1.99 beta was applied and the chip keep working fine with backups.
===Can the WiiKey run burned Wii homebrew discs===
Yes. Only on firmware 3.0 or below before the [https://wiibrew.org/wiki/Signing_bug 'signing bug'] was patched later in firmware 3.2.
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20100105161840/http://www.wiikey.cn/en/legacy WiiKey Tools and Updates]
[[Category:Wii Modchips]]
[[Category:Wii Modchips]]
Latest revision as of 03:22, 16 August 2025
The WiiKey modchip
The WiiKey was announced at the beginning of February, 2007 and shipped at the end of the month. It is one of many modchips available for the Wii and acts as a firmware replacement funneled through the debug serial port - tricking the DVD drive into believing that the backup is in fact legit, much like current Xbox 360 chips do.
Supports all currently available console/drive versions.
Supports D2B chipsets.
Sophisticated (true) update mechanism via DVD (future proof, expect cool features to come).
Direct boot of different NTSC region Wii games/backups on US and JAP consoles (some incompatibilities).
Partial support for NTSC region Wii games/backups on PAL consoles.
Partial support for PAL region Wii games/backups on NTSC consoles.
Boots different region GC games/backups (partially without swapping).
Supports multi-disc games for BOTH Wii and GameCube.
Supports DVD-R / true DVD R and RW support (no bitsetting required!).
Improved readsettings for recordable media.
Built-in audio fix (work in progress).
Supports fullsize 4GB discs for GameCube homebrew.
Stealth mode.
512 byte EEPROM to store configuration.
Quick-solder interface - no wires required.
Unique disc backup application via SD card.
Compact design, best quality components, rock solid high speed controller.
Professional ESD packing.
Recovery mode - Can recover from a bad flash.
Installation
Like its current competitors, the WiiKey is installed onto the Wii's drive either by quicksolder or using six wires. The chip can then be updated through the use of a Setup Disc which can be downloaded from the chip's website.
To open up the console, the following tools are required:
A small prying tool
A small phillips head screwdriver
A tri-wing driver
GBAtemp member crumpster has written an excellent guide to opening and soldering the Wii.
This update fixes the 3X DVD issue and adds NSMB BCA support.
Older versions:
1.9S (PAL, US, JAP) - Firmware patched for Super Smash Bros. Brawl (2008-04-12)
1.9G (PAL, US, JAP) - Firmware patched for Super Mario Galaxy (2007-11)
1.9B (PAL, US, JAP) - Firmware 1.9B (2007-09)
Clones
Due to it's popularity, the WiiKey has been subject to the form of clones. The manufacturer claims that "Cloned WiiKeys will not accept the official software updates." On the other hand, there aren't many complaints about clones not functioning with official updates. There is currently no official software upgrade that is incompatible with the clones; although their build quality might not be quite as superior as the originals, these clones function the same as the originals.To ensure that you're are purchasing a genuine WiiKey chip and not a clone, be sure to purchase your WiiKey only from vendors on the official resellers list.
To determine if a WiiKey is a clone, use the following guide:
Region Free Compatibility
As of writing, all region-free methods (whether it would be patching with a region-free application or, in the case of the WiiKey's built-in region-free capabilities) share the same method of patching. Therefore, all compatibility issues are the same. These methods are documented on the following page/s:
Problem with GameCube games that use streaming audio
Several users have encountered issues with GameCube games that utilize audio streaming. The issue stems from low-cost recordable media, be it that or original games. Source: ???
FAQ
Does the WiiKey support online features
Yes. The WiiKey does not modify the Wii's firmware. The WiiKey modifies the challenge responses that the DVD drive sends to the motherboard when verifying a disc's authenticity.
Does the system need any extra modifications after installing the WiiKey
No. You do not need to upgrade the firmware as the WiiKey comes shipped with the latest firmware on its microcontroller. What you should do (including clones), is use "Setup Disc v1.3" (available via download) to configure the chip to play games in the correct video mode etc. If your WiiKey is on an older firmware, it's recommended to upgrade to WiiKey v1.99.
Can GameCube homebrew games (in ISO9600 format) be burned onto regular-sized DVDs and booted on a chipped Wii
Yes. GameCube homebrew games and apps can burned onto DVDs. However, there are restrictions to this when using Wii System Firmware 3.0 or higher (see below).
Does Wii firmware 3.0 affect a WiiKey modded Wii unit?
For the moment, there seems to be no issue after updating to System Firmware 3.0 if you have a WiiKey installed. However, bear in mind that GameCube homebrew discs (including the WiiKey Setup Disc) require 'special patches' to function. The WiiKey had since released an updated version of their disc to accommodate for this.
Wii backups are not affected by this update.
What about the Wii Firmware update 4.2, does it affect a Wiikey modded Wii?
For the moment there seems to be no problem updating to Nintendo's Wii firmware 4.2 (using the safe updater in case you use Homebrew apps/channels) if you have a Wiikey installed.
It had been tested with WiiKey firmware 1.9S and the update to firmware 4.2 is working fine.
Later the Wiikey 1.99 beta was applied and the chip keep working fine with backups.
Can the WiiKey run burned Wii homebrew discs
Yes. Only on firmware 3.0 or below before the 'signing bug' was patched later in firmware 3.2.
