How-To: Fixing FORE/NEWS000006 errors

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FORE000006 and NEWS000006 are the two most common errors you may receive while using our service. Fortunately, there are 4 different fixes to try, which will resolve these errors in almost every scenario.

Fix 1: Synchronising time

One of the most common causes for these errors is having the incorrect time set on your console. Simply follow these instructions to synchronise your time. If you’ve used the patcher recently, you should already have the sntp app, so there’s no need to download it.

Fix 2: Setting UTC offset (vWii ONLY)

As part of our official installation guide for vWii, you are instructed to setup a Priiloader patch to setup your UTC offset. If you didn’t do this for whatever reason, fear not! Just follow these instructions to set it up.

:warning: The following solutions are Wii ONLY. If you are still receiving the error on vWii at this point, please open a thread to receive assistance. :warning:

Fix 3: Removing the clock battery (Wii ONLY)

Sometimes sntp doesn’t do the trick, but removing the clock battery almost always will!

  1. Power off and unplug your Wii console.
  2. Remove the clock battery from the side of your console. It is stored within the compartment shown in this image:
    Image showing the compartment where the Wii’s clock battery is located
    Image showing the compartment where the Wii’s clock battery is located1080×770 111 KB
  3. Leave your console as-is for 2-3 hours.
  4. Reinsert the battery (this is a good opportunity to replace it, as the battery is likely to be almost dead with the age of the console. You can replace it with any standard CR2032 battery, which are commonly sold in stores.).
  5. Plug in and turn on your Wii.
  6. Head back to the Homebrew Channel, and run sntp again.

Fix 4: Deleting SYSCONF (Wii ONLY)

:warning: Warning! These instructions cause several side effects and should only be followed as a last resort. Please read all details below before continuing. :warning:

Deleting SYSCONF is process that is risky with several side effects. If you delete it without an up-to-date version of Priiloader installed, THERE IS A CHANCE THAT YOUR CONSOLE WILL BRICK. It’s also worth noting that deleting SYSCONF will change your Wii Number, forcing you to re-register all message board friends and create a new Mii Artisan in CMOC.
If you understand the risks, and are ok with the side effects, proceed with the guide below:
First, install all the following homebrew apps if you don’t already have them:

  1. Open The Homebrew Channel and launch cdbackup.
  2. Make a backup of the Message Board data.
  3. Return to The Homebrew Channel and launch the RiiConnect24 Clear Tool.
  4. Press A to enable full hardware access.
  5. Press A to delete SYSCONF.
  6. Press B to confirm deletion.
    You will now be shown the setup screen as if your console was just factory reset, go through the setup.

If you can’t sync the Wii Remote, follow these instructions.

  1. On the Wii console, press and hold the RESET button to boot into Priiloader.
    Use the console buttons to navigate, clicking POWER will scroll through the options and RESET will select an option.
  2. Select Launch Title.
  3. Select a channel (e.g. Mii Channel).
  4. Sync the Wii Remote.
  5. Exit to the Wii Menu and go though the setup.
  1. Open The Homebrew Channel and launch cdbackup.
  2. Restore the Message Board backup.

If you receive error NEWS/FORE000002 after deleting SYSCONF, run a Connection Test in Internet Settings and try again.

Huge shoutout to Gemdation for making the instructions for deleting SYSCONF!

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