[TUTORIAL] Use NUS Downloader properly

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[TUTORIAL] Use NUS Downloader properly

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2026 update: this topic dates from 2010 and the tools have changed since. The up-to-date method is in our tutorial Wii: install WADs and channels safely in 2026 (YAWMME, NUSGet).
Image unavailable (removed by its host) We're going to learn how to properly use this PC utility that lets you download.wad files ( VC / WW / IOS / etc.. ) 1. Download me
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2. Update me
This version of NUSD updates the database automatically.

3. Use me the classic way thanks to my Database
1. First, check the Pack -> WAD box so that it makes you a.wad.
2. Click on " Database.. ". Choose which categories you want, then what you want. Be careful not to get the region wrong, it could brick your wii. You can also just enter the id and version of what you want to download. To find them out, a little trip to WiiBrew will surely help you ;).
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3. Then do Start NUS Download!
4. Your.wad has been generated in a folder located in the same place as NUSD
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4. Use me another way thanks to my options

a.Put yourself in a Wii's shoes.

1.First, we're going to create a file to tell NUS Downloader which version of the Wii ( PAL, NTSC, etc.. ) we want to emulate. For this, go to Extras ==> Emulate Wii System Update and choose your region ( in the example, I chose europe ).

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You will get a.nus file located in the scripts folder which itself is located in the folder where NUS downloader is. ( example: C:\Documents\Hack wii\NUSD v13beta\scripts\EUR_Update_4_8_2010 17-40.nus ). In this file, NUS downloader has saved the list of everything a wii would have downloaded if it had done the update ( IOS version,BOOT2, weather channel, Info and the system menu which varies depending on your region ). Now, all that's left is to tell it to download the contents of this list.

2. Now you'll have to choose whether you want the files packed into.wad or not. For them to be in.wad, check the Pack ==>.wad box, otherwise, don't do anything. Then do extras.. ==> Load NUS Script. Normally, you'll land on the script you just saved, otherwise look for it ;).

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Let NUSD do its thing. The operation can take several minutes. You then get folders at the root of NUSD with your.wad and/or your uncompacted files.

B.Download a.wad from a.tmd file

A.tmd file is a component of a.wad that lets it be identified.

1. Extras ==> Load Info from TMD. go get your.tmd and open it. Still the same thing, if you want it in.wad check Pack -> Wad otherwise, nothing. Then Start NUS Download!

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PS: You can also use a proxy, but well I don't really see the point.

5. A few little things worth knowing

Choose where to save the.wad - Check the " SaveAS " box before pressing "Start NUS download! ". You'll be asked for the path.

delete the files around the.wad - Check the " Delete Contents " box before pressing "Start NUS download! ". Only the wad will remain if you checked " PAck -> WAD "


Unzip the downloaded wad - Check the " Decrypt " box before pressing "Start NUS download! "


patch your IOS directly with the trucha bug - do Extras.. ==> Enable BETA Trucha Features. and there, a new box appears: Trucha. check it. /!\ This is a beta, so it is strongly discouraged. At your own risk.
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Re: [TUTORIAL] Use NUS Downloader properly

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Nice tutorial! But a little proofreading wouldn't hurt it ^^
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A few mistakes but good tutorial :bravo:
https://www.tgames.fr/propositions-tutoriels-wii/recensement-des-ios-et-systemmenu-t2699.html
https://www.tgames.fr/guide-underground-f75/telecharger-la-chaine-internet-gratuite-t2758.html
https://www.tgames.fr/en/wii/tutoswii/tuto-patcher-new-super-mario-bros-wii-t2869.html
https://www.tgames.fr/en/wii/tutoswii/tuto-telecharger-installer-et-utiliser-wbfs-manager-t2998.html
https://www.tgames.fr/en/wii/tutoswii/tuto-utiliser-plus-en-profondeur-wbfs-manager-t3005.html
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Re: [TUTORIAL] Use NUS Downloader properly

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Good Tutorial for a very useful program :74:

and with nice illustrations!!


mediafire is also good for wads :93:
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Re: [TUTORIAL] Use NUS Downloader properly

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yeah I know, my big weak point ^^". I'll try to be more careful next time ;).
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Re: [TUTORIAL] Use NUS Downloader properly

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pack updated for version 1.4beta
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thanks for this update :bravo:
No changelog!!?? oh well :|
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Re: [TUTORIAL] Use NUS Downloader properly

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yeah me neither ^^". In my opinion there's a security measure since normally you have to pay and all that.. it's just to show that it works probably..
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mamule wrote:I've never managed to download ww or vc from nus....

any tip?
I confirm it works. I just tested successfully downloading the wiiware "Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a Darklord (PAL)"
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Re: [TUTORIAL] Use NUS Downloader properly

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Oops wrote:
mamule wrote:I've never managed to download ww or vc from nus....

any tip?
I confirm it works. I just tested successfully downloading the wiiware "Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a Darklord (PAL)"

and can we know how you did it??
and did you try it on your wii??
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well done KYNO a very timely tutorial!
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mamule wrote:this tutorial is going to climb to the top of the charts ;)

but where are the proofreaders? :arff:

Right there! =DD
There might be a few mistakes left but overall it's pretty good - given how far it's come xD
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The common key should be removed from the pack and replaced with the MakeKeyBin 1.1 software (which generates both keys, normal and korean).
Available here: https://filetrip.net/f4001-MakeWiiKeyBin-1-1.html
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Great tutorial :bravo:

Thanks Kyno :accord:
It's going to help more than a few people ;)
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corenting wrote:The common key should be removed from the pack and replaced with the MakeKeyBin 1.1 software (which generates both keys, normal and korean).
Available here: https://filetrip.net/f4001-MakeWiiKeyBin-1-1.html
Showmiiwads can also create the common key...
you should remove the common key from the pack because it's illegal (that's for sure! :shock: )
and replace it with Corenting's solution!
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:100: updated to 1.5a

Remember to also update the database via the software.

pinned as sticky :bravo:
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Différence entre Wiimod et NUS Downloader

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I believe NUS downloader was renamed to WiiMod and there's already a discussion about it.

I don't see the point of NUS downloader

Could someone help me please.

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