From what I’ve gathered, here are the — but I’d love confirmation or a better suggestion:

Here are some advanced tips and solutions to common issues you might encounter.

What (like online play or Mii transfers) are you trying to use?

If you own a physical Wii, dumping your own NAND allows you to use your real save data and play online via services like Wiimmfi.

Method 2: Dumping Your Physical Wii NAND (Best Compatibility)

For users who own a Wii console, dumping your own NAND is the "top" choice for preservation. This transfers your save files, your Miis, and your purchased WiiWare games to the emulator.