How do I get rid of the error code 103-1601 on my Wii U?

The Wii U error code 103-1601 is a general error code that indicates a problem with the Wii U's system software. This error code can be caused by a number of things, such as a corrupt system file, a problem with the Wii U's Internet connection, or a problem with the Wii U's hardware.

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• Restart the console
• Try using a different Wii U GamePad
• Check for updates for the game or app

1. Restart the console

1. Turn off the console by pressing and holding the power button for at least 8 seconds.
2. Remove the power cord from the console.
3. Reconnect the power cord to the console and plug it in.
4. Turn on the console by pressing the power button.
5. If the console does not turn on, press and hold the eject button and plug the power cord back in.
6. When the console turns on, release the eject button.
7. Press and hold the power button until the console turns off.
8. Remove the power cord from the console.
9. Reconnect the power cord to the console and plug it in.
10. Turn on the console by pressing the power button.
11. If the console does not turn on, press and hold the eject button and plug the power cord back in.
12. When the console turns on, release the eject button.
13. Press and hold the power button until the console turns off.
14. Remove the memory card from the console.
15. Reconnect the power cord to the console and plug it in.
16. Turn on the console by pressing the power button.
17. If the console does not turn on, press and hold the eject button and plug the power cord back in.
18. When the console turns on, release the eject button.
19. If the console still does not turn on, try to reset it by pressing and holding the reset button for at least 10 seconds.
20. If the console still does not turn on, try to replace the power cord.

2. Try using a different Wii U GamePad

-Plug in the Wii U GamePad to your TV -Press the Home button to bring up the Wii U Menu -Select System Settings -Select GamePad Settings -Select the option that says "Use another controller." -Select the Wii U GamePad you want to use.

3. Check for updates for the game or app

1. Launch the Wii U System Update application.
2. If there are updates available, the System Update application will prompt you to select the updates you want to install.
3. The System Update application will then install the updates and reboot the Wii U system.
4. If there are no updates available, the System Update application will display an error message and the system will not reboot.

Still not working? maybe try one of these options:

1. Delete the game or app data and try redownloading it.
2. If using an external hard drive, try reformatting it and redownloading the game or app.
3. Contact the game or app developer for assistance.