How to Fix Your Own XBOX 360

By Wes Ramos

Do you experience technical difficulties and some glitches with your XBOX 360? Do you want to fix you XBOX 360 and end your eternal pain and suffering? If yes then you've come to the right place or maybe article. I will teach you how to fix your XBOX 360 and what not to do with it. I will also show you a very excellent guide that will help you solve your problems in just one hour. Why spend allot of money sending your XBOX to Microsoft or let it be fixed be a mod when you can fix it by yourself. You can fix your XBOX 360 by yourself and you won't have to worry about your XBOX 360 getting fixed by Microsoft. Your XBOX 360 won't have to leave you for weeks if you can fix it by yourself in just one hour.

TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE FOR THE RED RINGS OF DEATH:

Before sending your console to Microsoft or opening your console for repair, try out these simple suggestions first. You XBOX 360 might not be seriously damaged yet and only need some simple tips.


Restart the console.



If the first step didn't work, there could be a loose cord or cable. Disconnect any cables or power cords that can be removed and unplug the power cable. Firmly reattach all cables and cords back into the console and connect up the power and turn on your console.



If the step above didn't work, then try turning off the console, unplug the power and disconnect the hard drive. Now plug in the power and turn the console on. If the console does not show the 3 Red Lights error. Turn it off and disconnect the power cord and reconnect the hard drive, plug in the power and finally, turn on your XBOX 360.



If you are using a defective surge protector, plug strip or extension cord then your XBOX 360 might not be getting the energy it needs to run perfectly. Try plugging the power brick directly into the wall.



Your console might be overheated, so turn it off and let it cool down for a while. Ensure that the cool vents aren't blocked in any way and keep your XBOX 360 in a well ventilated and open area.

Do not place it in any sources of heat like heaters, radiators and such. And also remove some devices that are sitting on top of your system.



Remove any dust build-up inside your console.



One way of cooling your console is to use a small fan and let your console cool off.

Tip the console on its side so that more surface area is exposed to the surrounding air.

Don't forget to keep the power brick cool and don't place it in a shaggy carpet.
You can also hang the power brick by its cord on a hook.
Don't push your console against a wall and keep any debris away.
Don't allow any cords or cables be all bunched up and be tangled which might cause fire.
Don't play all day, let your console rest for 2 or more hours. The warmer the room temperature, the shorter the gaming period.TWO THINGS A MAN SHOULD NOT BE DOING WITH HIS/HER XBOX 360:

1. Overheating your XBOX 360

Wrapping your console with a towel will burn the internal cord and also the internal chips in it. Some people think it will solve the problem because the cords melt and will join together some cords that will be able to run your console but that is only a temporary fix and the Red Lights Of Death will soon reappear again. Its like destroying your console for an hour of gaming.

2. Freezing Your XBOX 360

Putting your console in a freezer or in a very cold place will not solve the problem. Some do this to cool down their console but this won't do. It can damage the electric chips inside your console which may result to a much more severe problem.

FIXING YOUR XBOX 360

If all of the suggested tips failed, fixing your XBOX 360 is the next option for you. You can send it to Microsoft and let them do the work or you can fix it by yourself.

A.) Sending it to Microsoft to fix your XBOX 360 is one of the viable options in fixing your XBOX 360. It will be free of charge if it is still under the warranty. All XBOX's who are experiencing the "Red Lights of Death" have had their warranties extended for three years beyond purchase date. But it will take several weeks before you can play with your XBOX again.

B.) Another option is to fix it by yourself. It is easy to do and it will only take an hour to fix. Choose this if you don't trust Microsoft. You only need some simple household tools and the 3 RED LIGHTS FIX.

The 3 RED LIGHTS FIX is a simple and easy to follow guide that teaches you how to fix your XBOX 360. It will only take an hour for you to fix it. It contains full videos and a guide to take you through each step with ease. Nothing in the repair process is left out. The video is easy to see and you can see what he's doing and his representation is very clear. [http://www.squidoo.com/guide-to-fix-xbox360]Get the guide here

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