Connecting my DS/Wii to Ad-hoc for Wi-Fi?

Question

Hello everyone. I was wondering if anyone knew how I can use my laptop's ad hoc as Wi-Fi for my DS/Wii. The connection shows up on the DS and Wii but it won't work on either of them. Please, do not tell me to get a router or a Nintendo USB Connector (Nintendo doesn't even sell these anymore in case you didn't know) because I am 100% broke and my parents are not going to supply me with money just to buy some device that will enchance my gaming experience. I have read about people that have managed to pull this ad-hoc Wi-Fi trick off. I really need to know how to set everything up and if there is any special programs that are needed or would facilitate the process. Thank you very much in advance!

Answer 1

You will need to use a special homebrew app called DSwifi:

http://www.akkit.org/dswifi/

Of course, to run homebrew apps you'll need your own R4 flash cart, which lets you upload your own stuff to use on the DS.

Answer 2

Check your router & make sure it's compatible at nintendowifi.com and be sure you're using the proper WEP key if it's activated. There are certain routers that just don' t mesh with the Wii/DS- If money weren't an issue- I saw the USB & the LAN adapter online and instores- ;) that'd be my second string of advice.  

Answer 3

The only way your wireless internet component will allow you to connect to Wi-Fi is if its properties are set to WEP. Any other will not work with Wi-Fi. Either it connects or it doesn't. There is no point in altering a perfectly good internet connection just to get on Wi-Fi.

You could go to an intenet cafe to onto Wi-Fi because they are full of hotspots.