If you don't have the CableCARDs like us during initial setup, you will have to re-run guided setup to add the CableCARDs.

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We noticed a little sluggishness during initial setup when navigating the UI while updating a dozen apps, but it's been smooth sailing ever since.

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Nintendo's Wii U tablet controller thankfully streamlines that process in a small, but tremendously meaningful way: during initial console setup, you're prompted to sync your television and the tablet controller, allowing the tablet itself to control the TV's power, volume, channels, and input directly.

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