4.2
- Not to be confused with System Menu v4.2|System Menu#Version|System Menu v4.2.
| 4.2 update | |
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| Date history | |
|---|---|
| Build date | August 27, 2009 |
| Release date |  September 28, 2009
 September 28, 2009 |
| System | |
| System Menu IOS | IOS70 |
| New IOS | IOS70, IOS222, IOS223, IOS249, IOS250 |
| CDN-updated IOS | IOS9, IOS12, IOS13, IOS14, IOS15, IOS17, IOS21, IOS22, IOS28, IOS31, IOS34, IOS35, IOS36, IOS37, IOS38, IOS53, IOS55, IOS56, IOS57, IOS61, IOS254 |
| Links | |
| HackMii post | |
| Wiimpersonator log (U) | |
| Wiimpersonator log (E) | |
| Wiimpersonator log (J) | |
| Wiimpersonator log (K) | |
| Version History | |
| Preceded by | 4.1 |
| Minor revisions | 4.2rev01, 4.2rev02, 4.2rev03, 4.2rev04 |
| Succeeded by | 4.3 |
The 4.2 update is a homebrew-blocking update that offers no new functionality. It is notable for updating boot2 to boot2v4 and bricking an unusual systems in the process; for this reason, it is not recommended to update past 4.1, although any unit past 4.1 is perfectly safe. To use newer IOS versions, use DOP-Mii.
Changes
September 29, 2009 (rev01)
- Deletes the Homebrew Channel v1.0.4 (title ID HAXX) and below and DVDX v1 (title ID DVDX).
- Now uses IOS70, based on IOS60 (which was stubbed).
- Wii Shop Channel updated.
- Most of the IOS's had their STM and ES modules updated.
- ES_ImportTicket now deletes an old ticket from /tmp if needed before attempting to create a new one.
- ES now supports v1 tickets in IOS56, IOS57, IOS61, and IOS70.
- STM now has checks to not allow an event hook to be registered if the IOCTL output size is less than 4, and the event hook release IOCTL will not write a NULL byte to the original request's output if the size is below 4.
- Updated IOS56 and IOS57, previously found only on discs. Probably the same updates as the other IOSes.
- Updates your boot2 to boot2v4, overwriting BootMii/boot2.
- Checks for region converted Korean Wii (checks for korean common key inside EEPROM) if so then brick with a 003 Error.
- Improved region checking for discs and titles, the system menu now checks the Title ID from the TMD.
- Updated BC and MIOS
September 29, 2009 (rev02)
- Stubbed IOS60
October 21, 2009 (rev03)
- Updated Wii Shop Channel to add "One Free Title" for users who purchased the Internet Channel for 500 Wii Points
June 22, 2010 (rev04)
- Fixed IOS exploits
- Replaced many IOSes with copies of other IOSes, reducing the total branch count
- Added IOS58 and IOS80 to prepare for 4.3
What to do
- System Menu 4.2 adds no new functionality. Only official games require it to be installed, although this can be blocked via Priiloader or StartPatch.
- The Wii Shop Channel was also updated, so the older version doesn't work anymore. Use WiiSCU to work around this.
- If you have already updated, use Smash Stack, Indiana Pwns or Bannerbomb v2 to run the HackMii installer.
Affected homebrew
| Affected | Effect | Workaround |
|---|---|---|
| AnyRegion Changer | Bricks the Wii when changing out of Korean region | Run KoreanKii first to remove the Korean key. |
| Bannerbomb v1 | Doesn't work. | Bannerbomb v2, Smash Stack, or Indiana Pwns |
| BootMii | BootMii will be overwritten by boot2v4 included in the update. | Use HackMii installer to (re)install. |
| cIOS | cIOS locations, primarily the ones used by pirates, are replaced by stubs. | Install with a version above 65280 (such as 65535) |
| DVDX (1.0, installed by anything older than HackMii Installer 0.5) | Removed by the System Menu upon bootup. | Use HackMii installer 0.7 to (re)install. DVDX 2.0 will not be removed by the 4.2 update. |
| Homebrew Channel (1.0.4 and older) | Removed by the System Menu upon bootup. | Use HackMii installer v0.7 to (re)install. HBC 1.0.5 (and newer) will not be removed by the 4.2 update. |
| Preloader 0.29 | Uninstalled due to a new System Menu. Since 4.2 uses IOS70, Preloader 0.29 will not work properly. | Use Priiloader or patch ES_Identify into IOS70. |
| Gecko OS 1.9.2 | Blank screen after loading. Since 4.2 installs a stub IOS249, Gecko OS 1.9.2 will crash when loading it. | Use the latest Gecko OS. |
Issues
According to bushing, "The [boot 2 update] code [from Ninty] is so buggy that we decided to write our own for the HackMii installer." There are some people who are bricking their Wii as a result of doing a standard update, whether or not they had hacks before they updated. It is therefore highly recommended that you do not upgrade until the ability to install BootMii plus boot2v4 in one go comes to the HackMii Installer.
Also if you have a region-converted Korean Wii (for example Korean to US), this update will brick your Wii and return "Error 003" on the screen. Run KoreanKii to remove the Korean key before updating.
Stub variant
The four cIOS slots stubbed all have identical code, totaling a size of 229376 per IOS. They were all built by kenshu@MAENORYU, and interestingly, IOS222 and IOS223 have the same build timestamp. IOS249 and IOS250 also share a timestamp, but it is different from the IOS222 timestamp.
The 4.2 stub variant was also used by the IOS52 stub released in 4.1rev02K.
Message from Nintendo
Australia
29/09/2009
(If you have received this notice before, please disregard the following information.)
Dear Customer,
Nintendo would like to inform you that a Wii Menu Update is now available. Select the UPDATE button on the lower right to update your console. You can also update by selecting Wii SYSTEM UPDATE in the Wii Settings.
IMPORTANT
When the Wii Menu is updated, unauthorised hardware and/or software modifications may be detected and unauthorised content may be removed as it may damage your console and/or cause interference with game play. Please note that the removal of unauthorised content may lead to immediate or delayed inoperability of your console. Nintendo cannot guarantee that unauthorised software of accessories will continue to function with the Wii console after this of future updates of the Wii Menu.
Note: If you have already updated your Wii console since 29 September 2009, you do not need to update again.
⊂Nintendo⊃
North America
29/09/2009
Wii Menu version 4.2 is now available for your Wii console. To update your Wii Menu to the latest version, please select the Update button at the bottom of the screen or select the System Update option in the Wii System Settings.
This update provides behind-the-scenes fixes that will not affect features but will improve the overall system performance.
Because unauthorized modifications to save data or program files may impair game play or the Wii console, updating to Wii Menu version 4.2 will also check for and automatically remove such save data or program files.
**Please note: If you've updated your Wii Menu after 9/29/09, you may not need to update again.
Thank you for updating your Wii console!
Nintendo
Japan
2009年09月29日
Wiiメニューを更新できます！ 右下の「更新」ボタンを押して 本体を更新してください。
より快適にWiiをお楽しみ いただけるよう、動作品質を 改善しました。
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通常の使用方法以外の方法で 作成された異常なセーブデータや チャンネル(改ざんされたデータ など)は、お客様のWii本体の故障 の原因となるおそれがあるため、 対策を行っています。 更新後は、異常な部分を含む セーブデータやチャンネルは 自動的に除去される場合が ありますのでご注意ください。 また、未承認ソフトや アクセサリーについて、 更新後の動作を保障できません。 なお、正しくご使用いただいて いる場合は、影響はありません。
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※9月29日以降、すでに更新を 行われている方は、改めて 更新していただく必要は ありません。
English Translation
September 29th, 2009
You can update the Wii Menu! Please update your console by pressing the "Update" button on the lower right. We have improved the performance so that you can enjoy a more pleasant time with your Wii.
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There is a possibility that abnormal save data created by means other than authorized can break down your Wii. Because of this, measures are taking place. Save data or channels that include irregular sections may be deleted after updating, so please be careful. Furthermore, we cannot guarantee the proper operation of unauthorized software and accessories after the update. There will be no effect if you have been using [your Wii] correctly.
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※Those who have updated after September 29th do not need to update again.
Korea
한국닌텐도
2009년 9월 29일
Wii 본체를 업데이트할 수 있습니다!
오른쪽 아래의 「업데이트」버튼을 눌러 본체를 업데이트 해주십시오.
고객님께서 보다 쾌적하게 Wii를 이용하실 수 있도록 동작 품질을 개선하였습니다.
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일반적인 사용 방법 이외의 방법으로 작성된 저장 데이터 및 채널(개조된 데이터 등)은 고객님의 Wii본체에 고장을 일으킬 우려가 있어 그에 따른 대책을 마련했습니다.
업데이트를 실행하면 이러한 문제가 있는 저장 데이터 및 채널이 자동삭제 될 수 있으므로 주의해 주십시오.
또한 승인되지 않은 소프트웨어 및 주변기기에 대하여, 업데이트 이후의 동작을 보증할 수 없습니다.
올바른 방법으로 사용하실 경우에는 이러한 내용에 해당되지 않습니다.
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※9월 29일 이후에 이미 업데이트를 실행하신 분은 다시 업데이트를 하실 필요가 없습니다.
English Translation
Nintendo Korea
September 29, 2009
You can update your Wii console! Right below the "Update" button to update your console please. Use your Wii, you can be more comfortable to have improved the quality of work.
IMPORTANT ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Common use saved data created in other ways and channels (converted data, etc.) that your Wii console may cause a malfunction in the corresponding measures are taken there.
When you run the update with this problem, save the data and the channel can be deleted automatically, so be careful.
In addition, software and peripherals that are not approved for, since the behavior of the update can not be guaranteed.
If you are using the correct method does not apply to these details.
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※ 9 월 29 days after you have already run the update If you do not need to update again.
United Kingdom
29/09/2009
(If you have received this notice before, please disregard the following information.)
Dear Customer,
Nintendo would like to inform you that a Wii Menu update is now available. Select the UPDATE button on the lower right to update your Wii Console. You can also update by selecting Wii SYSTEM UPDATE in the Wii Settings.
IMPORTANT
When the Wii Menu is updated, unauthorised hardware and/or modifications may be detected and unauthorised content may be removed as it may damage your console and/or cause interference with game play, Please note that the removal of unauthorised content may lead to immediate or delayed inoperability of your console. Nintendo cannot guarantee that unauthorised software or accessories will continue to function with the Wii console after this or future updates of the Wii Menu.
Note: If you have already updated your Wii console since 29 September 2009, you do not need to update again.
Nintendo
Germany
29.09.2009
(Falls Sie diesen Hinweis bereits erhalten haben, können Sie die nachfolgenden Informationen ignorieren.)
Sehr geehrter Kunde,
ein Update des Wii-Menüs steht zu Ihrer Verfügung.
Um diese Update zu erhalten, aktivieren Sie bitte die UPDATE-Schaltfläche rechts unten auf dem Bildschirm oder wählen Sie in den Wii-Systemeinstellungen UPDATE DES Wii-SYSTEMS.
WICHTIG
Wenn das Update des Wii-Menüs ausgeführt wird, ist es möglich, das nicht autorisierte Hardware- und/oder Softwaremodifizierungen gefunden und nicht autorisierte Inhalte gelöscht werden, da sie Ihre Wii-Konsole beschädigen und/oder sich negativ auf das Spielerlebnis auswirken können. Bitte beachten Sie, dass das Entfernen unautorisierter Inhalte zu einem sofortigen oder späteren Ausfall der Konsole führen kann. Nintendo kann nicht garantieren, dass unautorisierte Software oder unautorisiertes Zubehör nach diesem oder zukünftigen Updates des Wii-Menüs mit dieser Wii-Konsole weiterhin verwendet werden kann.
Hinweis: Haben Sie seit dem 29. September 2009 bereits ein Update ausgeführt, benötigen Sie kein weiteres Update.
Nintendo
Latin American Spanish
La versión 4.2 del Menú de Wii ya está disponible para tu Consola Wii. Para actualizar tu Menú de Wii a la versión mas reciente, selecciona el botón "Actualización" que se ubica en la parte inferior de la pantalla, o elige la opción "Actualización de Wii" en la configuración de Wii.
Esta actualización contiene mejoras internas que no afectarán a las funciones existentes pero mejorarán el funcionamiento de la consola.
Debido a que las modificaciones no autorizadas a los archivos de guardado o de los programas pueden dañar el juego o la consola Wii, la actualización a la versión 4.2 revisará y borrará automáticamente dichos archivos.
- Nota:
Si actualizaste tu Menú de Wii después del 29 de septimbre de 2009, puede que no tengas que actualizarlo otra vez.
¡Gracias por actualizar tu Consola Wii!
Nintendo
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