Why is Xbox 360 HDMi cable not working?

When you connect an xBox 360 to a TV with HDMI for the first time, the xBox 360 often defaults to the highest resolution it can produce. For many TV's this may be too high. You may receive a message like "UnSupported" or "Not Supported" or "UnSupport", etc. So you cannot see the xBox 360 menus, but you will probably hear the boot up sounds, and menu ticks/clicks. If you ask people that aren’t intimately familiar with this specific problem, they’ll tell you to check the HDMI cable, the 360, etc. Don’t listen to them.The solution to this problem is to blindly navigate into the Display settings to change the display resolution to something that your TV can display. Here’s a step by step guide:1. Connect your 360 to your TV with the included composite (Yellow, Red, White) cable .2. Ensure you're running the new Xbox dashboard (Avatars support).3. Ensure no profile auto-sign's in at boot up.4. Power off 360 and TV. Connect the HDMI cable between them.5. Hold down the controller's xBox button for 3 seconds to power on, and wait for about 20 seconds.6. Press right on the (dpad) left analog stick 9 times, to navigate to the System Settings menu.7. Press the A button 4 times. (This will go to System Settings, Console Settings, Display, HDTV settings.)8. Press up twice on the (dpad) left analog stick. Press A. 9. If no picture appears, wait 15 seconds, Press up again and press A. What you are doing is selecting lower display resolutions. Once you have a picture, you can try other higher resolutions, if you want, and it will revert back if you don't confirm it is ok. The 360 will remember the setting you finalize.Troubleshooting: Power off both 360 and TV. Switch back to the composite cable. Try steps 1-7 again to verify it is navigating...

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Xbox 360 Slim Case Unlock Kit - Opening Tools

Disassembling the Xbox 360 Slim console is tough and a pain to work with. A lot of gamers broke their console trying to disassemble the Slim and we are now releasing an affordable toolkit that will allow you to take your console apart much easier. Take a look and I think you will agree!! The Xbox360 Opening Tool Kit is avilable at zeromartz for $12.50 and free shippi...

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Best HDD Hard Drive for Xbox 360 slim

Xbox 360 slim 320GB Hard Drive Bring home the Xbox 360 320GB Hard Drive to enhance your gaming fun. You just have to place the gaming hard drive into your Xbox device. It will provide you with more space to store games, HD movies, TV shows, music and demos. You can even install game discs to this Xbox 360 hard drive. It includes the fully downloadable Xbox 360 game LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars. This hard drive provides more storage space for more fun with your Xbox 360 game system. Xbox 360 320GB Hard Drive: Best option for media enthusiasts who game on Xbox 360 SlimLarge storage option for Xbox 360ONLY Compatible with Xbox 360 SLIM System, Not work for Xbox 360 FAT SystemGreatly expands your Xbox 360 experience with downloadable contentSaves your game progress, Xbox LIVE® gamer profile, game demos and custom soundtracks from your own music collectionAnd downloads movies and television shows from Xbox LIVE Marketplace easilyJust plug in the hard drive slot of the S consoleAnd start right away to download demos and install games to this HDDIf you wanna replace your old & damaged HDD or just want to swap for a bigger one, go for it!Note: Please make sure your Xbox 360 has been shut down before install the hard driveOr the active Xbox 360 will broke the hard drive when installSize: 105 x 74 x 19mmColor: blackDesigned by third party, not made by MicrosoftPackage Included:1 x HDD Hard Disk Drive for XBOX 360 Slim 250GB HDD Hard Drive for Xbox 360 Slim  This Xbox 360 Slim 250GB Hard Drive is the best  option for media enthusiasts on Xbox 360. With this, you will have more room to  store your entertainment.It is the largest storage option for Xbox 360 Slim . Also ,you could...

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How to Connect An Xbox 360 to Your TV

Choosing the Right Spot for Your Xbox 360   This is the back of the Xbox 360. The ports for the power cable, A/V cable, and ethernet cable are pretty easy to find. When you set up your Xbox 360, make sure it is in a well ventilated area that is free of dust. Dust and overheating are the two main causes of problems in electronics so choosing the right placement for your Xbox 360 is important. Xbox 360 AV Cable This is the standard Xbox 360 A/V cable that comes with the premium version of the Xbox 360. The wide silver end connects to your Xbox 360 while the other end connects to your TV. The Yellow (video) cable is for standard, non-HDTV sets. You will also use the Red+White audio cables for a standard set. If you have a newer TV or an HDTV set, you can use the Red+Green+Blue video connections along with the Red+White audio connections. Connecting The Xbox 360 To The Back Of Your TV  This shot shows what the back of most TVs look like. If you have a standard TV, you'll only have the Yellow+Red+White connections. If you have a newer TV or HDTV, you should have the same connections that are shown in the pic. This step isn't too hard since the cables from the Xbox 360 and ports on the back of your TV are all color-coded. A/V Cable HDTV Switch   If, and only if, you have an HDTV and want to use your Xbox 360 in 480p, 720p, or 1080i resolutions you have to slide a little switch over on your A/V cable. On the end of the A/V cable that connects to the Xbox 360, there is a little switch that you'll need to click over. If you do not have an HDTV, you can skip this step. AC power adapter for XBOX 360  Now that you have the audio/video cables connected,...

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Cheap XBOX 360 Accessories For You

Here are some of XBOX 360 accessories you might find useful and currently at its cheapest prices that will enhance your gaming experience and not break your wallet. Wireless Controller for Xbox 360 The XBOX Wireless Controller for Windows delivers a consistent and universal gaming experience across both of Microsoft's gaming systems.2.4GHz XBOX 360 Controller with 30-foot range. Use up to four controllers simultaneously on one console. Integrated headset port for XBOX LIVE play. Adjustable vibration feedback for longer battery life. New left and right shoulder buttons are designed for ease of use. Use the XBOX 360 guide button to keep track of your friends, access your games and media, or power on and off your XBOX 360 console.Experience the ultimate gaming experience on Windows XP and XBOX 360 with this XBOX Wireless Controller. The cheapest price you can get for this accessory is around $38 - $42 USD. 3600 mAh Batteries for XBOX 360 Controller If you are thinking that the default 1800 mAh is not enough for your 8-hours-gaming-a-day routine, you might want to get a brand new 3600 mAh batteries for your XBOX 360 instead. True, it will make your battery charging a little bit longer, but what you will get is a fully-charged controller with gameplay time about twice than your default XBOX 360 controller. The cheapest price you can get for this accessory is around $8 - $12 USD. XBOX 360 DVD REMOTE CONTROL MEDIA PLAYBACK CONTROLLER If you are considering to turn your XBOX 360 as your primary media center, this might be what you will need. This remote control specialized for XBOX 360 will allow you to connect to your XBOX 360 and play media by simply using commands from this remote. The...

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Xbox 360 Slim Hard Drive Case Shell

Overview : Features : Compatible only with Xbox 360 Slim consoles Replacing your old, damaged, broken hard drive or case Ability to use your own HDD or old Xbox 360 HDDs More room to grow your entertainment Play, watch, save, store – expand your entertainment possibilities Plenty of room to store all of your favorites from Live! It’s the easiest way to get the most from your Xbox 360 Quality/Usability : For those who purchased or received an Xbox 360 Slim 4GB version, will sooner or later find out that they will probably need more HDD space, once you factor in downloading content, movies and game saves. You can go out and spend $130USD on Microsoft's own 250GB HDD but like all OEM products, they are overpriced. You can even use your own HDD but this requires some precision aiming to get the HDD to land correctly onto the connections, as seen below: Just dropping in the HDD into the Xbox 360 Slim is not stable as the HDD can wobble around inside the bay and may even damage the connections. If there is a way, there are accessories. Never count out 3rd party manufacturers. To help gamers fix the wobble issue and to provide a cheaper solution and alternative, there is the Xbox 360 Slim Hard Drive Case Shell. This allows you to use your own HDD or from an old Xbox 360 without the risk of damaging the HDD or Xbox 360 Slim console. The case is made of plastic. There are no screws to hold hard drive in place and no screws to hold case together. If you're using your own hard drive that you bought from a store or had laying around (it must be Western Digital 2.5"), you'll need to do more than just dropping the HDD into the Xbox 360 Slim. The new HDD will need to be formatted to work with the Xbox...

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No Storage Devices Found on your Xbox 360 S

If you are using an Xbox 360 S that comes with a hard drive, use the following steps to ensure the hard drive is properly connected. Turn off the console. Locate and open the Hard Drive cover. Position the console horizontally looking at the front. On the right side of the console, locate the hard drive cover release which is close to the back of the console. Slide the release toward the front of the console, while pulling open the hard drive cover. Remove the Hard Drive. Pull the hard drive tab firmly until the hard drive comes out. Reconnect the Hard Drive. Insert the hard drive firmly fully until it clicks. Put the hard drive cover back on. Power on your console and see if the hard drive is now availabl...

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How to fix Xbox 360 Hard Drive: "No Storage Device Found" error?

This problem occurs when your original Xbox 360 console does not detect a hard drive or memory unit. Typically, this error occurs when a hard drive or memory unit is not attached properly to the console. Note If you have an Xbox 360 S console and receive this message, see the article: Error: “No storage devices found” or similar messages on an Xbox 360 S console If your hard drive or memory unit is not listed as a storage device on your original Xbox 360 console, try the following solutions. If you have an Xbox 360 Hard Drive Solution 1: Make sure your hard drive is attached Locate the hard drive on the top of your console (or on the left side, depending on how your console is oriented).Note Not all Xbox 360 consoles include a hard drive. Make sure the hard drive is correctly attached to your console. For information about how to attach a hard drive, see the following Knowledge Base article: How to attach or remove your original Xbox 360 hard drive Turn your console off, and then turn it on again. Check if your hard drive is listed. Here's how: Go to the Settings hub, and choose System. Select Storage. If your hard drive is not listed, try the next solution. Solution 2: Turn your console off and back on again Turn your console off, and then remove the hard drive. Turn your console on, wait for it to start up, and then turn it off again. Reattach the hard drive to the console, and then turn the console on again. Check if your hard drive is listed. Here's how: Go to the Settings hub, and choose System. Select Storage. If your hard drive is not listed, try the next solution. Solution 3: Try another console or another hard drive Try one or both of the following: Attach your...

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How to attach or remove your original Xbox 360 hard drive

This article explains how to remove and attach an Xbox 360 hard drive. For Xbox 360 S console instructions, please see the following article: How to add or remove your Xbox 360 S hard drive Note When you remove or attach your Xbox 360 hard drive, avoid touching the hard disk drive bay contacts or the hard disk drive connector with your fingers or metal objects. To remove your Xbox 360 60G hard drive Turn off your Xbox 360 console. Locate the hard drive drive on the top of your console (or on the left side, depending on how your console is oriented).Note Not all Xbox 360 consoles include a hard drive. Press the release button on the hard drive. Lift the hard drive away from the console. To attach your hard drive Turn off your Xbox 360 console. Position the back of the hard drive against the back of the hard drive bay. Note If your console did not previously have a hard drive, you will need to remove the hard drive bay cover before attaching a hard drive. Push the front end of the hard drive down until it clicks in place....

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How to add or remove your Xbox 360 S hard drive

This article applies to the Xbox 360 S console with an internal removable hard drive The Xbox 360 S 250 gigabyte (GB) console has an internal hard drive, which can be removed and replaced. The Xbox 360 S 4 GB console has internal flash memory, which is not removable. The internal hard drive can be purchased separately. For instructions for the original Xbox 360 hard drive, see the following article: How to attach or remove your original Xbox 360 hard drive To add or remove your Xbox 360 Slim 250G hard drive To locate and open the hard drive cover Turn off the console. Position the console horizontally. On the right side of the console, locate the release for the hard drive cover. It is close to the back of the console. Slide the release toward the front of the console, while pulling open the hard drive cover. To remove the hard drive Firmly pull the tab on the hard drive until the hard drive comes out. Replace the hard drive cover before turning the console back on. To add a hard drive Insert the hard drive into the slot, and press firmly until you hear it click. Note If after you turn the console back on you receive the error message “No storage devices found,” then the hard drive might not have been inserted completely. Remove and try again. Replace the hard drive cover....

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How to improve the Speed of Your Xbox Live Connection

Playing on Xbox LIVE can be extremely fun however; when playing online, and the game starts to slow down and freeze (also known as lag). The game can be quite frustrating. This can because by many things and this article will describe how to fix this problem. Steps    1. First find out what is causing your speed to slow down (lag). This can be cause by....      # The host of the match might be far away from you and it's difficult for        you to have great signal strength with someone half-way across the world.     # Somebody might be cheating in the game via lag-switch. Which is a modification of the Xbox Console that can scramble all the other players connection. This voids the warranty of the Xbox and can get you banned from Xbox LIVE. There are more than 100 versions of lag-switches some homemade and some bought from stores (not supposed to be used for this purpose the ones bought for stores are supposed to be used to speed up computer connection but can be solder to the Xbox and be used for the reversed purpose of slowing down others connection and speeding up yours. I will describe the different kinds at the end of the article.     # Just a bad connection this looks similar to a lag-switch however; its really just the host connection has dropped or slowed down causing everybody to have a slow connection but, it will show the host as having full signal strength when they actually don't.    2. Your connection may be slow, or your connection may be set to moderate or strict. This can be changed by turning off your wireless router/unplugging your network connector from Xbox. if this doesn't work than read Change Your Nat Type on Xbox Live.  ...

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How to fix Xbox 360 overheating

The Xbox 360 is definitely a marvelous gaming device- there is no doubt about it. However, like any other gadget, the Xbox too is prone to certain technological problems. One of the most common problems that Xbox 360 owners would be aware of is the overheating issue.Although the people at Microsoft may claim that the device does not heat up too much, the fact is a mean gaming machine like the Xbox 360 cannot stay cool consistently. Moreover, the design of the 360 makes heat dissipation problematic, so overheated Xbox 360s are not an uncommon sight. In fact, the series of red light errors that every Xbox 360 gamer dreads are more or less caused by overheating issues.So what can you do to stop overheating problems from disrupting your gaming time? Fixing Xbox 360 overheating issues may seem to be the stuff for hardcore techies, but with the following easy steps, you too can learn how to fix Xbox 360 overheating:    1. You first need to see if your Xbox 360 is still under warranty. If it is, then its best if you give your console over to the Microsoft technicians. If you still want to fix the console yourself, you must remember that it would require you to disassemble your Xbox 360, which voids your warranty. If you are prepared to risk that, then you can move on to the next step.    2. The next step for fixing your 360’s overheating problem is to open up the console. First remove the front panel of the console. Once this is done, take off the top and bottom vents and then remove the side casing of the console.    3. When the outer casing of the console has been opened up, you would be able to see the inner metal chassis. You would now have to remove the metal cover of this chassis by removing 6 screws at the periphery of the cover.   ...

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How to fix Xbox 360 1 red light

The Xbox 360 may be considered to be the ultimate gaming console by many, but it does have its share of problems. The ‘red ring of death’ error has been a nightmare for most Xbox 360 gamers ever since the console was launched, but it is not the only problem you would come across.Another common problem that you may witness while playing the latest games on your Xbox 360 would be the single red flashing light. In fact, the 1 red light problem is almost as common as the 3 red lights problem (the red ring of death).Here is a look at some steps you need to follow to solve the Xbox 360 1 red light problem:   1. Check if your Xbox 360 is still under warranty. If the warranty is still functional, then it is always better to get your Xbox fixed through Microsoft. Fixing your console by yourself might void your warranty, so you have to use it while it lasts.   2. If your Xbox 360 is out of warranty, then you would need to seriously consider fixing the problem yourself. Microsoft charges a lot of money for repairs when the warranty period is over, but you can learn how to fix Xbox 360 1 red light problem quite easily. This particular problem, also known as the e74 error, is usually caused by a problematic GPU, but you do not have to disassemble your Xbox 360 just yet.    3. In most cases, you can trace the 1 red light problem to your AV cords or HANA chip. You could try using your AV chord on someone else’s Xbox 360 to see if it works properly. Alternatively, you could get it checked at your local electronics store. If your AV cord is problematic, you can replace it and solve your 1 red light problem.    4. In some cases, the 1 red light problem may occur if your hard drive is problematic. You can find out if your hard drive is the...

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How To Fix Xbox 360 E71 Error

Your Xbox 360 may display error code E71 when something goes wrong during dashboard update. When this happens, the following error message will display on the console:E71:Dashboard Error - Error within Xam.xexHow to Fix Xbox 360 E71 ErrorYou may use the following methods to fix this error:Method 1: Clear console cache and installed updates for games    Open the system blade on your Xbox 360 console.    Select the Memory command.    Next, press Y for HD.    Also, press X, X, LB, RB, X, X. (here, LB stands for Left Bumper and RB stands for Right Bumper)    Select Yes when the following message is displayed on the console:    "Do you want to perform maintenance on your Xbox 360 storage devices?"Once the procedure is over, check your Xbox to see if the error is gone. If it persists, proceed to the next method. Method 2: Get rid of failed system updatesFailed system updates are a major cause of E71 error on Xbox 360. To remove these updates from the system perform the following steps:    Shutdown and unplug the console.    Press the small white sync button and hold it for a while.    Plug in the console and turn it on, while continuing to hold the sync button.    Keep holding the syncbutton until the Console finishes booting up.When you hold the sync button when the Console is booting up, all failed updates are cleared from the system.    Once the booting completes, start using the system to see if the error goes. If it still appears, proceed to the next step.Method 3: Disconnect all Xbox 360 components and then reconnect themQuite often Xbox 360 E71 and other errors occur when one or more of the components connected...

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How to Connect an Xbox 360 to a Laptop

The Microsoft Xbox 360 gaming console has a built-in multimedia feature that allows it to connect to a laptop through your wireless network. Once the laptop is connected, you can use its Internet connection to access the Xbox Live Marketplace to download new content or even transfer files directly from the laptop to the console.Instructions  1. Purchase either an Xbox 360 wireless adapter or an Ethernet cable if the Xbox 360 console is close enough to your wireless router to be connected via cable (see Resources below). Connect the male end of the wireless adapter into the female port located on the back of the console or plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the console. 2. Turn on the laptop and click the "Start" button. Click "Control Panel" and wait for a new window to appear. Double click the "Network And Sharing Center" icon. 3. Check the top-right side of the screen and find the name of your wireless network. Write down the name and then power on the Xbox 360 console. Scroll through the main menu options. Press the "X" button on the controller when you reach "Settings." 4. Choose "System Settings" and then choose "Network Settings." Scroll down to the text field and type in the network name you wrote down earlier. Press the "A" button on the controller to save the change. 5. Return to your laptop and navigate back to the Network and Sharing Center area. Click "View Computers and Devices" and then click on the icon for your laptop. Wait for your laptop to detect the Xbox 360 console and then click "Yes" when a window appears, asking if you want to connect to it. Tips & Warnings    If your laptop is using an older version of the Microsoft Windows operating system, the "Network and Sharing Center"...

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Xbox 360 Error codes

THIS ERROR CODE GUIDE IS IN NO WAY OFFICIAL NOR DO WE MAKE ANY CLAIMS TO IT'S ACCURACY. 100% of the info here was discovered by Scene Members through trial and error, a lot of the information is probably incorrect, but it is our best guess. If you discover something that is incorrect or not included please PM twistedsymphony to update the guide. Neither Xbox-Scene, twistedsymphony, nor any of the guide contributers take responsibility for any actions you might take as a result of reading this guide. --==ERROR Codes==-- If there is a problem with the Xbox360 The LEDs in the ring of light will flash in a particular pattern. The pattern itself leads some insight to the problem. Certain patterns will lead to numbered error codes which will provide further insight to the problem. The numbered error codes are described below their corrosponding LED code. these are the codes we know so far... Please contribute if you know of new codes that are not part of this list. ============================= Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4 are flashing red - The AV cable cannot be detected / \ \ / THINGS TO TRY Make sure that the AV cable is correctly connected to the Xbox 360 console. Disconnect the AV cable from the Xbox 360 console, and then reconnect the AV cable to the Xbox 360 console. If the four flashing red lights continue to flash, try wiping the metal area of the AV pack with a dry cloth. The metal area is the end that plugs into the console. Wipe the metal area thoroughly, and then try the AV Pack again. If the AV cable is correctly connected but the four red lights are still flashing, substitute a different AV cable if you have one available. ============================= ...

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Llamma's Xbox 360 3RLOD (three red light error) X-Clamp Fix Tutorial

If you are one of the few who is not familiar with the Xbox 360 Red ring of Death than consider yourself lucky.  Unfortunately, a large number of folks know all to well from their own experience.  Fortunately for those who have not opened their console for any reason Microsoft has extended the warranty of ANY console experiencing the 3 red lights failure for a full three years from the manufacture or purchase date. NOTE: If you are getting the three red lights and you have not opened your console by all means call Microsoft first at 1-800-4MY-XBOX this will get you in touch with customer support. For the rest of us who have opened their console for one of many reasons like adding a suped-up case or even a well overdue cleaning for that matter, there is a viable solution; the "x-clamp fix".  For most consoles only the GPU x-clamp needs to be replaced, but some also require the processor clamp be replaced as well.  For this tutorial we will be doing both clamps at the same time.  We suggest you do both right away since even if yours does not require the processor clamp replacement it will not hurt to do it and it only takes slightly longer to complete the fix.   You do not have to use our kit but it is important to have proper spacing between your heatsinks and the motherboard.  We have chosen our hardware to be exactly what we wanted and needed.  Not all washers are the same thickness so be careful in your selection.  Ours are 1mm thick each and is necessary for success using this tutorial.  If you are using smaller more thin washers or vice versa you will need to figure out how many you need to achieve the same thickens as what is described below We...

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