However, If you encounter any errors like net_init failed, net_gethostbyname failed:, or any other issues during the downloading stage If your Wii has an Internet connection, you may skip this section. RequirementsĮnsure that if you are using an SD card, the lock switch is in the unlocked position, otherwise you will not be able to select the correct options in the installer. Attempting to install other cIOS on a Wii mini will not work. If you have a Wii mini, use this guide for cIOS instead. You can skip this process if you want, but generally it extends your Wii with little to no downsides. For example, this enables the functionality of USB loaders like USB Loader GX and WiiFlow, alongside other pieces of homebrew like SaveGame Manager GX. While cIOS has largely been supplanted by AHBPROT, which gives complete hardware access, it still has useful applications. For support in English, ask for help at Nintendo Homebrew on Discord.