Archive for September, 2009
September 30th, 2009 | Author: admin
P dude asked:
my friend has both consoles but the ps3 is darker than xbox 360 but the controls and gamepad of ps3 is much better ,but i like games like gears of war and halo 2,3 .are there any good special games titles only for ps3
my friend has both consoles but the ps3 is darker than xbox 360 but the controls and gamepad of ps3 is much better ,but i like games like gears of war and halo 2,3 .are there any good special games titles only for ps3
i am planning to buy one ,my friend says go for xbox 360 ,what should i do
RAEANN
September 28th, 2009 | Author: admin
KJ (Lakers 09) asked:
the Wii is #1
the Wii is #1
X box 360 #2
and PS3 is # 3 (lol it rhymths)
but its way to much compared to the wii and x box and they don’t have that many games, which is were they get most of the profit, and gaming
companys saying they need to drop the price our they will have to stop supporting their system with games.
so do you ever think they will drop the price?
GAYLE
September 28th, 2009 | Author: admin
William Turner asked:
If you have found your way to this article then you are probably looking to find out why your console keeps on freezing up on you, and the good news is you have come to the right place as this article will tell you why your Xbox 360 is freezing and how to stop it from happening.
The main reason this problem happens is down to the two main chips on the motherboard and they’re called the GPU and the CPU. As you use your Xbox 360 normally playing your games these two components take far too much heat which is nothing to do with where you place your Xbox have more to do with inadequate cooling.
Then finally when they’ve taken far too much heat they shut off to prevent damage to the motherboard and that is when you get a game freeze!
Eventually the soldering will snap off and then you will see the red lights on your power button which is quite a common problem.
The good news is there is a way to stop the Xbox 360 freezing and all you need to know is how to stop the heat build up on the chips. To do this it is a good idea to get a Fix Xbox 360 repair guide that will show you how to do this with household items or of course you can send it back to Microsoft but you’re probably have to wait for four weeks to get your console back.
The actual repair work is not rocket science and if you find a good How To Fix Xbox 360 repair guide that includes video and a full guarantee then you cannot really go wrong and also it is a lasting fix as as long as you perform the fixed correctly you will not need to do it again.
If you do not wish to do this then you may want to invest in an Nyko Intercooler caller which is a fan that plugs into the back of the console and gives it some extra cooling.
Hope this article has told you why your Xbox 360 freezes and how you can fix it.
Happy gaming!
REDA
September 27th, 2009 | Author: admin
Mike D Tucker asked:
Halo 3 is stuck inside your Xbox 360 and you want to get it out. There is a way to manually remove it. First you will want to unplug the power for a few minutes to let your Xbox reset. Re-attach the power cord and see if you can now eject your DVD.
If that did not work turn the power off and unplug it. Remove the faceplate on you Xbox console. You will need a thick paper clip or something similar. Straighten one end of it out. With the faceplate removed you will see 2 small holes right underneath the DVD player and one hole to the right.
Since Microsoft decided to use 3 different DVD drives the procedure will vary. If you have a Samsung or Toshiba drive use the small hole on the right. Should be right underneath the X on the DVD drive faceplate. Push your straightened paper clip in the hole until you feel it hit the gear. The gear needs to be spun from left to right. Poke around until you find it then push in gently until you feel it move. You will see the tray start to move out.
For Hitatchi DVD drives go for the first hole on the left. Beng DVD drives will use the middle hole. This requires the most pressure to get the gear to turn. You will see the tray start to move take your time and do not push too hard in case you are missing the correct spot. Once the tray starts to eject you can pull on it slightly to help it open. You should now be able to remove your Game.
So why did your game get stuck in the first place? There are a number of reasons for this. If you are having loading problems you may have a broken gear. There are a number of other plastic parts inside the DVD drive that can break. You are probably better off replacing the entire drive. Replacements are a lot cheaper the replacing your entire console.
Once you have your console opened up removing and replacing the drive is fairly easy. If the above procedure did not get your disk removed you can remove the DVD cover and get your disk out.
Repairing your game console is really not that hard is you take your time and follow a few guidelines. You should also get a hold of a good repair guide or manual.
KEITHA
Halo 3 is stuck inside your Xbox 360 and you want to get it out. There is a way to manually remove it. First you will want to unplug the power for a few minutes to let your Xbox reset. Re-attach the power cord and see if you can now eject your DVD.
If that did not work turn the power off and unplug it. Remove the faceplate on you Xbox console. You will need a thick paper clip or something similar. Straighten one end of it out. With the faceplate removed you will see 2 small holes right underneath the DVD player and one hole to the right.
Since Microsoft decided to use 3 different DVD drives the procedure will vary. If you have a Samsung or Toshiba drive use the small hole on the right. Should be right underneath the X on the DVD drive faceplate. Push your straightened paper clip in the hole until you feel it hit the gear. The gear needs to be spun from left to right. Poke around until you find it then push in gently until you feel it move. You will see the tray start to move out.
For Hitatchi DVD drives go for the first hole on the left. Beng DVD drives will use the middle hole. This requires the most pressure to get the gear to turn. You will see the tray start to move take your time and do not push too hard in case you are missing the correct spot. Once the tray starts to eject you can pull on it slightly to help it open. You should now be able to remove your Game.
So why did your game get stuck in the first place? There are a number of reasons for this. If you are having loading problems you may have a broken gear. There are a number of other plastic parts inside the DVD drive that can break. You are probably better off replacing the entire drive. Replacements are a lot cheaper the replacing your entire console.
Once you have your console opened up removing and replacing the drive is fairly easy. If the above procedure did not get your disk removed you can remove the DVD cover and get your disk out.
Repairing your game console is really not that hard is you take your time and follow a few guidelines. You should also get a hold of a good repair guide or manual.
KEITHA
September 25th, 2009 | Author: admin
Iziah Walker asked:
Xbox 360 Repairs – Very Common Indeed
No doubt if you are reading this you are an avid Xbox 360 gamer and in most cases I would say you own your own Xbox 360. So no doubt you are aware of Microsoft’s little screw up, well big screw up if you consider that they have spent millions on Xbox 360 Repairs. That is of course the dreaded 3 Red Rings of Death.
The 3 Red Rings of Death are an Xbox owner’s worst nightmare. This means your Xbox in most cases is had it and needs to be fixed. Now if you are one of the lucky ones (lucky that your Xbox broke down, doesn’t make sense does it?) your Xbox 360 may still be under warranty which means you can send it back to Microsoft, wait a few weeks for them to fix it and then hopefully they will send it back ready for you to play again.
Now if you are one of the unlucky ones, your Xbox 360 has broken down and your warranty has long since expired so you have to either fork out a couple of hundred dollars to get it fixed meaning these Xbox 360 Repairs can be very costly or if you have a little bit of skill you can look at fixing it yourself.
Luckily now days there are guides that can help with your Xbox 30 repairs. These guides will show you how you can go about fixing the 3 Red Rings error without much fuss or hassle. In fact often with a screw driver and a bit of thermal paste you can be well on your way to fixing your Xbox 360.
The best guides for Xbox 360 Repairs are the ones that have video instructions so you can follow along in real time and copy them step by step. This means the likely hood of you making any mistakes is drastically reduced and the chances of you fixing your Xbox 360 if very high.
In fact I purchased a couple of these repair guides was very impressed. Not only was I able to repair my Xbox 360, I was also able to fix a couple of my mates Xbox 360’s and now they thing I’m some kind of tech guru, but the reality is I’m far from it, I can just follow instructions.
So if your console is in need of Xbox 360 repairs and you want video to help you repair it then take a look at the site below, you will be impressed.
JOANA
Xbox 360 Repairs – Very Common Indeed
No doubt if you are reading this you are an avid Xbox 360 gamer and in most cases I would say you own your own Xbox 360. So no doubt you are aware of Microsoft’s little screw up, well big screw up if you consider that they have spent millions on Xbox 360 Repairs. That is of course the dreaded 3 Red Rings of Death.
The 3 Red Rings of Death are an Xbox owner’s worst nightmare. This means your Xbox in most cases is had it and needs to be fixed. Now if you are one of the lucky ones (lucky that your Xbox broke down, doesn’t make sense does it?) your Xbox 360 may still be under warranty which means you can send it back to Microsoft, wait a few weeks for them to fix it and then hopefully they will send it back ready for you to play again.
Now if you are one of the unlucky ones, your Xbox 360 has broken down and your warranty has long since expired so you have to either fork out a couple of hundred dollars to get it fixed meaning these Xbox 360 Repairs can be very costly or if you have a little bit of skill you can look at fixing it yourself.
Luckily now days there are guides that can help with your Xbox 30 repairs. These guides will show you how you can go about fixing the 3 Red Rings error without much fuss or hassle. In fact often with a screw driver and a bit of thermal paste you can be well on your way to fixing your Xbox 360.
The best guides for Xbox 360 Repairs are the ones that have video instructions so you can follow along in real time and copy them step by step. This means the likely hood of you making any mistakes is drastically reduced and the chances of you fixing your Xbox 360 if very high.
In fact I purchased a couple of these repair guides was very impressed. Not only was I able to repair my Xbox 360, I was also able to fix a couple of my mates Xbox 360’s and now they thing I’m some kind of tech guru, but the reality is I’m far from it, I can just follow instructions.
So if your console is in need of Xbox 360 repairs and you want video to help you repair it then take a look at the site below, you will be impressed.
JOANA
September 25th, 2009 | Author: admin
William Turner asked:
If you have found yourself reading this article then no doubt you are looking for a quick way to get your broken Xbox 360 repaired. Well you are not alone! A lot of people have been having problems with Microsoft’s latest console and the biggest problem seems to be the 3 red lights error which is signified when you get 3 flashing red lights on the front of the console.
The main reason that this happens is due to overheating of the components within the console and it can take so much heat that it actually causes the motherboard to bend slightly and when that happens you will get the 3 red lights and have to start searching for a fix.
This article will give you 3 tips on the best Xbox 360 Repair Solutions:
The first way you can get your Xbox 360 fixed is by sending it back to Microsoft. They have increased the warranty to 3 years for the 3 red lights problem as they recognize it as a problem with the console. This is the probably the best thing to do if you are still in warranty although as they are fixing quite a few Xboxes at the moment it can take about 4 weeks to get a replacement.
The next way you can get Xbox 360 Repair is to use a third party company to repair it for you and this will be quicker than Microsoft and some of them even offer a guarantee, although the problem with this is you cannot be sure that the fix will be lasting and also whether they really know how to fix the Xbox as they will be nothing to do with Microsoft.
The final tip to get Xbox 360 Repair is to do the repair process yourself. Although this sounds quite difficult there are a number of guides online that will tell you how to do this and it can work out to be more cost effective.
However if you are going to go down this route make sure that you get a video preview of any Xbox 360 Repair guide before you purchase anything otherwise you may find that you just get a collection of links and discussions from forums and this will not help you much.
The fix may sound complicated but all it involves is keeping the heat away from the CPU and the GPU and you should pick a guide that will show you in video how to do this.
Also it is a good idea to check any Xbox 360 Repair guide and see that they offer a full guarantee and if the fix does not work for you then you know you will get a full refund.
I hope this article has helped show you how you can get Xbox 360 Repair and the different options that you have, and I wish you all the luck with getting your Xbox 360 back.
MELODY
If you have found yourself reading this article then no doubt you are looking for a quick way to get your broken Xbox 360 repaired. Well you are not alone! A lot of people have been having problems with Microsoft’s latest console and the biggest problem seems to be the 3 red lights error which is signified when you get 3 flashing red lights on the front of the console.
The main reason that this happens is due to overheating of the components within the console and it can take so much heat that it actually causes the motherboard to bend slightly and when that happens you will get the 3 red lights and have to start searching for a fix.
This article will give you 3 tips on the best Xbox 360 Repair Solutions:
The first way you can get your Xbox 360 fixed is by sending it back to Microsoft. They have increased the warranty to 3 years for the 3 red lights problem as they recognize it as a problem with the console. This is the probably the best thing to do if you are still in warranty although as they are fixing quite a few Xboxes at the moment it can take about 4 weeks to get a replacement.
The next way you can get Xbox 360 Repair is to use a third party company to repair it for you and this will be quicker than Microsoft and some of them even offer a guarantee, although the problem with this is you cannot be sure that the fix will be lasting and also whether they really know how to fix the Xbox as they will be nothing to do with Microsoft.
The final tip to get Xbox 360 Repair is to do the repair process yourself. Although this sounds quite difficult there are a number of guides online that will tell you how to do this and it can work out to be more cost effective.
However if you are going to go down this route make sure that you get a video preview of any Xbox 360 Repair guide before you purchase anything otherwise you may find that you just get a collection of links and discussions from forums and this will not help you much.
The fix may sound complicated but all it involves is keeping the heat away from the CPU and the GPU and you should pick a guide that will show you in video how to do this.
Also it is a good idea to check any Xbox 360 Repair guide and see that they offer a full guarantee and if the fix does not work for you then you know you will get a full refund.
I hope this article has helped show you how you can get Xbox 360 Repair and the different options that you have, and I wish you all the luck with getting your Xbox 360 back.
MELODY
September 25th, 2009 | Author: admin
Ashish K Arora asked:
If your Xbox 360 console is showing 2 red lights or showing a message on the screen that means you have error 74 and you need o fix this problem so that you can enjoy your console. You might also get 1 red light error or 3 red light errors and whenever you get some error messages or red lights, you need to fix these problems quickly so that further damage to the console is minimized.
In most of the cases, your console might get heated and an important scalar chip of the system has burnt out. If you get error 74, you have limited number of options with you and these are either you learn the repairing technique yourself or send the console to Microsoft for repair.
If you opt for the later option, you will need to ship your console to Microsoft. In addition you will also require to send them $140 as fee and will have to wait for about a month to get back your gaming console. This is quite lengthy procedure and even then you are not sure to get back your console safe, as there might be any damage to your Xbox 360 in transit. Further you will have to bear the shipping charges and therefore the former option of repairing your console yourself will be much easy for you as it has many advantages.
There are many DIY (do it yourself) guides available at the Internet and you can buy a suitable guide below $30 and can start learning immediately. Once you go through easy video demonstrations for fixing your error 74, you will only need less than one and half hour to repair your console. Thus you will not only save one-month time but will save more than $100.
So, choose the right option right now and enjoy gaming on your favorite Xbox 360 console.
CHARLES
If your Xbox 360 console is showing 2 red lights or showing a message on the screen that means you have error 74 and you need o fix this problem so that you can enjoy your console. You might also get 1 red light error or 3 red light errors and whenever you get some error messages or red lights, you need to fix these problems quickly so that further damage to the console is minimized.
In most of the cases, your console might get heated and an important scalar chip of the system has burnt out. If you get error 74, you have limited number of options with you and these are either you learn the repairing technique yourself or send the console to Microsoft for repair.
If you opt for the later option, you will need to ship your console to Microsoft. In addition you will also require to send them $140 as fee and will have to wait for about a month to get back your gaming console. This is quite lengthy procedure and even then you are not sure to get back your console safe, as there might be any damage to your Xbox 360 in transit. Further you will have to bear the shipping charges and therefore the former option of repairing your console yourself will be much easy for you as it has many advantages.
There are many DIY (do it yourself) guides available at the Internet and you can buy a suitable guide below $30 and can start learning immediately. Once you go through easy video demonstrations for fixing your error 74, you will only need less than one and half hour to repair your console. Thus you will not only save one-month time but will save more than $100.
So, choose the right option right now and enjoy gaming on your favorite Xbox 360 console.
CHARLES
September 25th, 2009 | Author: admin
Danster asked:
I need to know how to download xbox 360 games, and also how to transfer them to my xbox 360. Maybe i could format my normal pc memory stick to the xbox 360 format or something? Once i transfer my downloaded xbox 360 games, how would i be able to Play them? If this is all possible.
I need to know how to download xbox 360 games, and also how to transfer them to my xbox 360. Maybe i could format my normal pc memory stick to the xbox 360 format or something? Once i transfer my downloaded xbox 360 games, how would i be able to Play them? If this is all possible.
All Answers Are Great. THX Everyone!
ELINORE
September 25th, 2009 | Author: admin
William Turner asked:
As you have probably seen online in reviews of the Xbox 360 the only thing that lets it down is the amount of Xbox 360 Problems that are on the system!
I have written this article to tell you a bit more about the Xbox 360 Problems and the main ones that have been documented so you can make your own mind up!
It should also be said that apart from the problems I am going to tell you about in a minute, in my personal experience the 360 is definitely the best console for online playing and has millions of live members so you will never be short of a game!
Right on to the main Xbox 360 Problems that have been bough up and how you can solve them!
The first main problem with the 360 seems to be overheating and this comes up time and time again. Although sometimes you can not fix this problem yourself and will have to send the console in for repair, you can minimise the risk of this Xbox 360 Problem occurring by keeping the 360 well ventilated and if you keep it in a closed display cabinet it is a good idea to take the 360 out and let it get some air!
The second most talked about Xbox 360 Problems seems to be with the GPU (General Processing Unit) and this seems to be linked to the heat problem as well. You see as the Xbox heats up the soldering can become loose on the motherboard and once this happens you will receive the dreaded three red lights error which just means “General Hardware Error”.
If you are still in warranty and get the above Xbox 360 Problems it is well worth sending the console in to a repair centre to get it fixed, even though you may have to wait up to three weeks for your 360 due to the number of Xbox 360 Problems they are dealing with!
I hope this article has helped shed some more light on the two main Xbox 360 Problems that people encounter, and wish you all the luck in fixing your 360!
Happy Gaming!
ELEANORA
As you have probably seen online in reviews of the Xbox 360 the only thing that lets it down is the amount of Xbox 360 Problems that are on the system!
I have written this article to tell you a bit more about the Xbox 360 Problems and the main ones that have been documented so you can make your own mind up!
It should also be said that apart from the problems I am going to tell you about in a minute, in my personal experience the 360 is definitely the best console for online playing and has millions of live members so you will never be short of a game!
Right on to the main Xbox 360 Problems that have been bough up and how you can solve them!
The first main problem with the 360 seems to be overheating and this comes up time and time again. Although sometimes you can not fix this problem yourself and will have to send the console in for repair, you can minimise the risk of this Xbox 360 Problem occurring by keeping the 360 well ventilated and if you keep it in a closed display cabinet it is a good idea to take the 360 out and let it get some air!
The second most talked about Xbox 360 Problems seems to be with the GPU (General Processing Unit) and this seems to be linked to the heat problem as well. You see as the Xbox heats up the soldering can become loose on the motherboard and once this happens you will receive the dreaded three red lights error which just means “General Hardware Error”.
If you are still in warranty and get the above Xbox 360 Problems it is well worth sending the console in to a repair centre to get it fixed, even though you may have to wait up to three weeks for your 360 due to the number of Xbox 360 Problems they are dealing with!
I hope this article has helped shed some more light on the two main Xbox 360 Problems that people encounter, and wish you all the luck in fixing your 360!
Happy Gaming!
ELEANORA
September 24th, 2009 | Author: admin
James Philipson asked:
The Xbox 360 red power ring error, in which a series of blinking red lights appear in the power ring of your Xbox console, where there were once green lights, is a very common error for Xbox 360 gamers and their consoles, but is extremely distressing when it happens to your console. Today you are going to learn more about the Xbox 360 red circle, including what causes the problem, and what your best option is in order to fix your broken Xbox 360 that has been affected by the dreaded red ring of death.
The cause of the Xbox 360 red circle is excessive heat which has caused damage to components inside your console. This damage then leads to malfunctions and eventually Xbox 360 red power ring, which is used by your console to warn you about the problems affecting your console. Overheating is able to occur in the Xbox 360 because it does not have a particularly powerful cooling system, it lacks sufficient fans, heat sinks and heat channels, and a cramped internal case layout does not help either.
If you want to fix Xbox 360 red power ring problems then the best option you have is to actually fix your Xbox yourself. Although this may sound crazy at first, it actually is extremely easy to do. All you need are video repair instructions, an hour or two’s spare time, and basic tools such as screwdrivers, and you will be able to fix the Xbox 360 red circle.
You need video instructions if you want to fix the red ring of death, as only video will provide you with a sufficient level of detail and enable you to follow the step-by-step method you need to fix your Xbox 360. The best way to get these videos is in an Xbox 360 repair guide, which is a digital download of all the instructions you will need in video format. With one of these, it really is easy to fix your Xbox 360’s red circle problems permanently.
DEE
The Xbox 360 red power ring error, in which a series of blinking red lights appear in the power ring of your Xbox console, where there were once green lights, is a very common error for Xbox 360 gamers and their consoles, but is extremely distressing when it happens to your console. Today you are going to learn more about the Xbox 360 red circle, including what causes the problem, and what your best option is in order to fix your broken Xbox 360 that has been affected by the dreaded red ring of death.
The cause of the Xbox 360 red circle is excessive heat which has caused damage to components inside your console. This damage then leads to malfunctions and eventually Xbox 360 red power ring, which is used by your console to warn you about the problems affecting your console. Overheating is able to occur in the Xbox 360 because it does not have a particularly powerful cooling system, it lacks sufficient fans, heat sinks and heat channels, and a cramped internal case layout does not help either.
If you want to fix Xbox 360 red power ring problems then the best option you have is to actually fix your Xbox yourself. Although this may sound crazy at first, it actually is extremely easy to do. All you need are video repair instructions, an hour or two’s spare time, and basic tools such as screwdrivers, and you will be able to fix the Xbox 360 red circle.
You need video instructions if you want to fix the red ring of death, as only video will provide you with a sufficient level of detail and enable you to follow the step-by-step method you need to fix your Xbox 360. The best way to get these videos is in an Xbox 360 repair guide, which is a digital download of all the instructions you will need in video format. With one of these, it really is easy to fix your Xbox 360’s red circle problems permanently.
DEE