Archive for December, 2008

Pelangs K asked:


Xbox 360 had been a very good gaming console, and we knew that it performed way better than pS3. But, recently there is a lot of issue around Xbox 360 red rings of death. From the red rings of death error causes to Microsoft’s promise to temporary fixes all over the net and to final solution had been gaining a lot of attention. So, lets discuss on the problem and its possible solutions in this article.

The real cause for red rings of death is not known to 100% accuracy, but the most discussed cause is “overheating of Xbox” and Microsoft failing to adopt proper cooling mechanisms within the Xbox. This has lead Microsoft into real problems and widespread hatred. Lets see what Microsoft is upto regarding this issue.

So, does Microsoft stand upto defend its product? Yes, indeed. Microsoft has promised to replace or repair all the consoles which are affected by these dreaded red rings of death error. But again this problem doesn’t seem to be fixed. Even after replacing some of the consoles, the new console again proves to have the same problem. Even the Xboxs which were repaired and sent back again felt victim for the dreaded “Xbox 360 red rings of death” problem. So, is there a solution, Read on…

There seems to be a wide spread temporary fix for this problem all over the net. Its the infamous “Towel Method”. Yes, i have tried it on my Xbox 360. Do you know what, It Works! But just after two or three days the red rings of death problem arises again. But, it can fixed temporarily again using the same method. My serious recommendation would be to not use this method. Its like sabotaging your own Xbox. This method will cause more serious problems in the long run and its not a permanent fix either. I recently found a permanent fix for this problem.

Yes, there is a permanent fix for the problem of “Xbox 360 red rings of death”, and has nothing to do with involving Microsoft either. I found out a guide online which gave me the exact methods to repair my Xbox with just some tools which can be found in the household. It had clear step by step video instructions on how to fix my console and abolish red rings of death problem. Now am happy that I found this guide and can play my halo3 again in my brand new Xbox with out those ugly red rings of death.

RAUL
arkantosdt asked:


I recently bought an Xbox 360 Arcade with Halo 3. I’ve gone over many websites trying to find differences between it and a normal 20Gb Xbox 360, or is that just it. If that is the case, then will it play Xbox original games if I buy a 20Gb memory for it? Any answers would be greatly received.

CARMINA
NovruzeliHuseyinov asked:


just showing you guys where to get the GTA IV cheats, and this is the best GTA IV CHEAT SITE EVER :D all 100% working stuff :D NovruzeliH

LESLIE

JV asked:


Are u always a Russian ganster or can u be a cop and other ppl??? Just got the game anyone knows any WORKING cheat codes also?

FRED
Fabian Toulouse asked:


Been beating your head against a wall trying to get past the last level of Medal of Honor? Wish you could boost your health? Score more ammo? Find shortcuts? With Xbox cheats you can impress your friends with your superior gaming knowledge and get way more out of your games than ever before. With the right cheats you can even drag out your tired old games and find stuff you never came across, like hidden passages and secret weapons. When you realize all the cool things you can access using these, it’s a no-brainer.

There are a ton of online stops you can check out to get these precious Xbox cheats. You can find anything about any game for any system ever made. There is way more than just cheats out there too, in case you’re curious. First off, you can watch the latest demos and trailers for the hottest games! Who is programming what, when does it come out, and what cool new bells and whistles are attached? What to know if the game is even worth the trouble of digging up them for? Read up, pal! You can find reviews of the latest games and check out sample graphics and screenshots.

Say, whatever happened to Master Chief? Troll through cheats and find out the latest news and concepts for games like Halo 3 along the way. Find out what games are in the works, how they’re coming together, and more importantly chat with other gamers. Gaming is a community sport – don’t let anyone tell you different. You may play in groups of two or three, but your system, in this case, your Xbox, puts you smack in the middle of a gaming community. There are forums for every game, every system, and every level of play. You can chat with anime aficionados, find out the latest cool YouTube posts, and argue about which games rock and which blow chunks. Whether you’re trolling for cheats or reading up on the latest games, you could spend days glued to your LCD screen.

You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to figure out how much you can gain from using Xbox cheats. Just a few minutes looking at the wealth and effectiveness of these will make you a believer. Feeling guilty? Think you should play straight? Come on! Using cheats is not a cop out. It doesn’t mean you’re a loser. The games manufacturers built these tidbits into the games, and it’s your responsibility to print out all the Xbox cheat codes you can find. Not using these is like passing on dessert or turning down help lugging furniture up three flights of steps-you just wouldn’t do it.

MEI
Akita K asked:


i really want to play dynasty warriors 6 and i found a torrent link for downloading. but once i download it, how could i play it in the xbox 360? i thought the pc extender would help…any easy procedures?

JERMAINE
James Philipson asked:


Today you are going to learn the easy steps you need to follow in order to be able to carry out Xbox 360 self repair. Don’t put up with expensive repair bills, lengthy waiting times or not being able to play your favorite games on your favorite console- repair your Xbox 360 yourself whilst saving time and money.

The first step of Xbox 360 self repair is to learn what actually causes the red ring of death. Believe it or not, but overheating is actually the culprit behind this worrying problem. Due to a lack of cooling devices such as heat sinks and fans, large amounts of heat are able to build up very quickly inside the case. This heat then wreaks havoc with the components. The red ring appears to warn you of the problem.

The next step of learning Xbox 360 self repair is to purchase a repair manual. Although some people claim that you can repair your Xbox 360 for free by wrapping it in a towel, this is simply not true. However, a repair manual will show you in full video detail exactly how to disassemble your Xbox 360, repair the fault, and then reassemble it correctly and safely.

So how much will a repair manual cost you?

For a very long time there were no repair guides available. However, when the first ones appeared on the market, they were quite expensive- often over $100. These days, you can pick up one with full HD video, free customer support and a money back guarantee for less than $30.

If you wish to be able to carry out Xbox 360 self repair, you really do need to purchase a repair manual. If not, you risk causing damage to your console or even yourself.

BEBE
bigbadbob113 asked:


So Im getting a PS3 tomorrow. Which games are great ones? I would prefer some FPS with online play, as well as some RPG titles. Whats good? Thanks for the help all.

DANAE
James Philipson asked:


The Xbox 360 4 red lights problem is quite a complicated one as it can mean more than one thing- you could be lucky, and your console is just suffering from a very minor problem that can be fixed by plugging the AV cable back in. However, if this does not fix the problem, then your Xbox 360 is suffering from a much worse problem- those 4 red lights are coding for the red ring of death, which means that something quite serious has gone wrong with your console, due to overheating and hardware error. This problem can be quite expensive to repair unless you choose to fix it yourself- today you will learn the basic steps to doing so.

A loose AV cable can cause the Xbox 360 4 red lights problem. What you need to do now is leave this article open, go to your Xbox 360 console, unplug the AV cable from the back, and then re-insert it so that a click is heard. Turn your console back on- if the lights are gone then the problem has been fixed and you have been very lucky. If not, then you will need to continue reading to find out more about the red ring of death problem and what it means for your console.

This worrying 4 red lights error on the Xbox 360 is caused by excessive heat in the console due to a lack of cooling devices such as fans and heat sinks, as well as powerful components which put out large amounts of heat as a waste product. This overheating issue then wreaks havoc with the components, and forces the console to shut itself down to prevent further damage from occurring.

There are a number of fixes that are often recommended for the red lights error. One such fix is the “towel wrap trick”, which involves wrapping your console in a bath towel and turning it on and off. All I can say is do not try this- the extra insulation produced by the towel will serve to only worsen the overheating problem and cause even more damage to your Xbox 360,

The only way you can fix the 4 red lights error on your Xbox 360 is to invest in a repair guide. This is a collection of video files that will show you how to determine the exact fault in the hardware of your console, then fix it in such a way that it will never come back again. Xbox 360 repair guides have got much better in recent months- many of the best ones now feature true HD video files, free updates, 24/7 customer service centres and far easier repair methods that will have you gaming far quicker.

MANUELA
Ryan Edward asked:


Oh no, it happened, you have become victim to the Xbox 360’s dreaded E74 Error. Well don’t worry my friend, in this article I am going to show you exactly how you can fix the E74 Error without shipping off your system for two months.

The first way to fix this error is actually really quite simple, it may just be your AV cable. The first thing that you can try is to unplug the AV cable and blow out any dust that may be built up in the connections. Then try hooking it back up and turning it on.

If you are still facing the error than try getting a new AV cable, or you can borrow one from a friend so that you don’t buy a new cable if this is not the solution either. Once you have the new AV cable, plug it in, fire up your Xbox 360 and if the error is still occurring then you will have to move on to the next method of fixing the E74 Error.

If the AV cable didn’t work then you are going to have to move on to a little bit of a more complex method to fix the error. It can still be fixed but the methods can’t be explained in a single article.

You can find Xbox 360 repair guides on the Internet that have very detailed instructions on how to fix the E74 error as well as other errors like freezing, the no video problem and the red ring of death. These guides usually come with very detailed step-by-step instructions. The better guides will also include pictures and videos of the process so you can be sure that you will understand each step of the repair.

So if you have experienced the Xbox 360 E74 Error, it is not the end of your gaming days, you can fix it. Hopefully it is just your AV cable but if not there is still a solution out there if you are willing to do a little more research.

Good luck, and happy gaming, I hope.

CAMELLIA