Connecting the Wii to a Netflix Account

The following is from Nintendo's website, and explains the process for connecting a Wii to a person's Netflix account (to enable streaming instant video straight to a tv).

The student needs a LAN adapter in order to connect to internet (a wired connection is necessary for bandwidth requirements). They then will need to load their "Netflix instant streaming disc," which they have to request from Netflix.

The following is from http://www.nintendo.com/consumer/systems/wii/en_na/netflix/index.jsp#activate

• How do I order my Netflix instant streaming disc?
  You can request a Netflix instant streaming disc for Wii from your Netflix account at http://www.netflix.com/wii. If you're not already signed into your Netflix account, sign in on that page. Netflix will have your request.

  Don't have a Netflix account? Visit www.netflix.com to sign up!

• How do I activate my Wii console for Netflix?

  Important! You will need to be logged into your Netflix account on a computer during this process.

  1. Once you have your Netflix instant streaming disc, insert it into your Wii console.
  2. Select the disc from the Disc Channel on the Wii.
  3. You will be presented with a code; remain on this screen during the activation process.
  4. Using a computer, go to http://www.netflix.com/wii. (You will need to be logged into your Netflix account.)
  5. On the computer, enter the code displayed on your television by your Wii console into the box on the Web page, then click "Activate."
  6. After you click "Activate," Netflix will attempt to activate your Wii console. This may take several minutes. When the process is complete, the Wii will automatically display your instant queue. (The screen on your computer may never change; wait for the screen displayed by the Wii on your TV to indicate when the activation is finished.)

  For more detailed steps, please click here.

• How do I watch Netflix movies with my Wii console?
  Netflix movies can only be viewed by inserting the Netflix instant streaming disc and selecting the Disc Channel from the Wii menu (after you have activated your Wii console - how to). Movies and TV episodes are then available through your instant queue, or from a selection from various genres. Please note the following:
  • Netflix movies cannot be viewed through the Internet Channel. They can only be viewed by inserting the Netflix instant streaming disc and selecting it from the Disc Channel on the Wii menu.
  • The Wii console does not play DVD movie discs. Only the available Netflix "instant streaming" movies and TV episodes can be played on the Wii console.

  For information on managing your instant queue, please visit www.netflix.com. For step-by-step instructions on watching Netflix via your Wii console, click here.