Nintendo Wii - Find MAC Address

Issue/Question

• How do I find the MAC address for my Nintendo Wii?

Environment

• Oregon State University
• Network
• Nintendo Wii

Explanation

Your device's MAC Address must be registered in order to receive network access on the OSU network. The MAC address is a unique number associated with your device's network adapter. It is also called a Physical Address, Hardware Address, Ethernet ID or network adapter on various systems.

Resolution

1. Start your Wii, without a disc.
2. Click the Wii button at the bottom of the start screen.
3. Click Wii Settings.
4. Go to the next set of settings, by selecting the arrow on the right.
5. Click Internet.
6. Select Console information.
7. The MAC Address will then come up on the next page.

Assistance

For assistance, contact the Service Desk.