Modchipcentral.com has wiikey2 yellow sticker chips for $19.99 + $5 shipping. They are based in Canada so shipping will take longer if your in the states. http://www.modchipcentral.com/store/wiikey-2-wiikey2-modchip-mod-chip-yellow-sticker-6-wires-w-free-triwing-phillips-screwdriver-works-with-all-consoles.html

With free shipping and shipping locations in the USA, I’m recommending http://foundmy.com for wiikey2 modchips. You can snag one now, shipped with tri-wing and philips screwdriver(needed to open your wii), for $35 shipped.

Of course, leave a comment if you can inform us of a better deal on single, non risky, quality transactions.

If your surprised to find your latest wii mod-install project ending in fail you probably have the new* pesky D2Cv2 or D2E motherboard. Your old modchips won’t work with these systems. As of the time of writing this, I’m recommending the “D2pro9 v3″ (note: D2Pro9 V2 can have eject issues with d2c2[use v3]).

The third version of “D2Pro9 v3″ has just been release as of late July 08 to support “D2E” chip-sets.

D2Pro2 9 Wire Install…

Wiikey.cn/ is back and opens with a new update for older Wii systems containing the Wiikey. Wiikey has all the needed features and is still considered the best chip for old wiis. People have reported problems updating so there are info/tutorial links in the comments.

wiikey update 1.9s…

SSBB Answers to faq?
1. New System UPDATE 3.2U is out and it’s safe for Wiikey, also safe for SMG and SSBB games.

2.You will need to first update your Wii to 3.2 before using 1.9s disc.

3.You need to burn your ssbb game backup to DVD+R DL and then let the game update to 100%. Don’t forget to set the layer break in imgburn. Update again if needed. The first update is not the same as the second.

4. When updating your wiikey you do not need to update with 1.9b before using 1.9s.

5. Burn the update and config disc to dvd-r.

6. Use “Filechop” and pad your 1.9s .iso’s to 1.35gigs before burning just to be safe. If you dont want to deal with this just download a prechopd version and unrar. People have had problems running the image without filechopping.

See Comments for more…

wiikey config 1.4 disc(new)…

With the new wave of 2nd gen D2c modchip solutions becoming available, customers will need to make a decision between the Argon(InFeCtuS) and the D2Pro(D2CKey Team). 15 wire for D2pro install and 13 for the Argon depending on if you need region free or not. Not to be confused with the D2CPro which is a clone of the d2ckey.

Both chips are upgradeable. Having an upgradeable chip adds an important security feature. If Nintendo attacks with a new firmware update it’s possible you can reprogram the new programmable chips with a newly released firmware fix to get backups working again. It is believed but not confirmed that the programmer will be a valuable weapon in future proofing your wii.

D2Pro Vs Argon
Will probably come down to supply, pricing, and response to firmware issues if any arise.

Not Finished… see comments for more info…

D2Pro Completed Install…

New D2C wiiChip named “Argon” from team Enigma, also responsible for the universal InFeCtuS modchip and newly announced InFeCtuS2 now titled “Wiiktus” has released details on this amazing slim 13 wire Argon install. The D2cKey (alternative from team Wiikey) has a 29 wire install and requires risky soldering to the IC legs, so obviously this is a huge labor reduction.

Warning!!
These chips are sold exclusively at hardstore.com. This means you will pay more for shipping. I believe the cost is around $58 for the chip with an elevated shipping cost on top of that. If you can find them in the US (mod-shops) you will get quicker shipping but expect to pay more because of the shipping premium. If you order from hardstore.com in the US and need to return the chip (for any reason) the costs for return shipping makes it economically unwise.

Visual Layout quicksolder…

If you purchased your Nintendo Wii System in the last few months check here and see if you have the D2C.

Click Here to pull up a great tool for checking wii serial numbers and finding out what version wii you have..

The D2CKey chip has 29wires. 13 of the wires lead to the back of the motherboard, if doing easy install method. For a high quality upclose look at whats involved in tackling this install Click Here.

Get Install Quote: Jason@TeamXmods

Newly acquired USA NTSC nintendo wii consoles with serial numbers that start with LU51526**** and up will have cut legs. Enter your serial number here

(wii-tracker) to find out for sure. These systems are still d2b chips, so rebuilding to the ic leg still works. These new wii motherboards require the delicate grinding down of the wafer on the ic chip. It’s suggested that you find a reputable local or ship-in Console Repair Specialist for soldering & microchip installation services.

Feel free to email any xbox/360/wii/ps2-3 questions..
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XBox360 Modding News Alert!
The Hitachi drives +79fk drives are finally safely moddable with ixtreme. The time to mod your Hitachi is now. (note: the 79 requires a 9wire modchip so it costs more to mod).

http://www.teamxmods.com/contact-us/

Have you decided to finally get your Wii modded or do-it-yourself? Here’s some great info & tutorials to help you plan and avoid noob wii modding mistakes.

Should you purchase a wiikey clone or spend the extra for a genuine. This decision is completely up to you, but you must know that the wiikey clones I have used are just like the originals (1:1 copy). If you want to save some credits and still get a functional wii modchip you’ll probably find the $11 clone satisfactory. The purchase of the authentic wiikey is approx $29. Here is a discussion on this topic for more info…

Once you have your chip you can begin the wii case disassembly process. Here is a link to a great tutorial.

Once you have the wii open here is a link for a great wiikey solder install tutorial.

Wiikeys installed by installer Jason@TeamXmods

Repair of pulled trace & missing pads…