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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How to connect your Xbox 360 Wired Controller to a computer running Windows

The Xbox 360 Controller for Windows software lets you use an Xbox 360 Controller with your computer running Microsoft Windows. Step 1: Install the Xbox 360 Controller for Windows software Use the installation CD that came with your Xbox 360 Controller for Windows, before you connect the Xbox 360 Controller for Windows to your computer. Here's how: Insert the installation disc in the CD or DVD drive of your computer.If the setup program does automatically start, change to your CD or DVD drive and run the setup program. On the setup screen, click Install. The Xbox 360 Accessories Setup program installs the necessary files to your computer.Note You might be prompted to restart the computer. Download the Xbox 360 Controller for Windows software If you do not have an installation disc for your Xbox 360 Controller for Windows, you can download and install the software by following these steps: Go to the Download Software section of the Microsoft Hardware page: http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/download/download.aspx?category=Gaming&type=Gaming Select Controller as the product type. Select Xbox 360 Controller for Windows as the product. Select the version of Microsoft Windows you are using on your computer and the operating system language. Click Go. Click the setup link. Click Run. The Xbox 360 Accessories Setup program installs the necessary files to your computer. You might be prompted to restart the computer. Step 2: Connect the controller to your computer After you install the software, plug the USB connection on your Xbox 360 Wired Controller into a USB 2.0 port on your computer. Step 3: Test the controller To test your Xbox 360 Wired Controller on your computer, follow these steps: On your computer, click Start, type joy.cpl, and then...

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How to connect an Xbox 360 wireless controller or headset to your computer

The Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows lets you connect up to four wireless headsets and four wireless controllers to a computer running Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack (SP2) or a later version of Windows. Note The receiver is not intended for use on an Xbox 360 console. Step 1: Connect the Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver to your computer Remove the green label from the USB connector on the receiver. Insert the USB connector into a powered USB 2.0 port on the computer. Note The USB ports on the front of your computer are probably not powered USB 2.0 ports. Try using the ports on the back of your computer.A green light on the receiver indicates that the unit is working. If the Add New Hardware Wizard starts automatically, select Install the software automatically (Recommended), and then click Next. If the wizard installs the software successfully, click Finish and then skip to “Step 3: Connect an Xbox 360 wireless accessory to your computer” below.If the wizard fails to install the software, go to “Step 2: Install the Xbox Receiver software” below. Step 2: Install the Xbox Receiver software Before you can use wireless accessories with your computer, you might need to install some software on your computer. If you have the installation disc that came with your Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver, you can install the software from that disc. If you do not have that disc, you can install the software by downloading it from the Internet. To install the software from disc Insert the installation disc into the CD or DVD drive of your computer.If the Setup program does not automatically start, change to your CD or DVD drive and run the Setup program. Follow the steps in the wizard to install...

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Use A Mouse and Keyboard On Your Xbox 360

While most Xbox 360 games make using a control pad enjoyable, there are still a lot of people who prefer using a mouse and keyboard, especially on shooters. This peripheral lets you combine the best of both worlds. The XIM series of controller adapters for the Xbox 360 have been around for a while now, but they've been tricky to use and expensive. The new XIM3, however, seems to have a fix for both those problems. For one, while previous models were a little...ghetto, the XIM3 is housed in a classy LCD box, which hopefully makes connection and configuration a cinch. It'll also be cheaper than the last version, which came in at USD$200, because it no longer needs to use specific forms of wired controller to connect to the Xbox 360 (instead just using the standard, official wired controller). The XIM3 works by acting as a "translator" or "bridge" between your Xbox 360 and PC peripherals. You plug your PC's keyboard and mouse into the XIM3, then plug it into the Xbox 360, and it's good to go. It of course won't appeal to everybody, especially since so many big shooters get their own PC versions anyway, but if you want to play something like Halo Reach with some more precise controls, this looks like a good way to do it. The Benefits of XIM     Next-generation console input adapter     Game on your Xbox 360 using your favorite PC gaming-grade hardware     Mice, Keyboards, Joysticks, and Gameboard compatibility     Unsurpassed in-game 1-to-1 feel thanks to advanced Smart Translator technology     Simple configuration through an on-board full-color LCD screen     Real-time feedback through the LCD to guide you to your optimal settings     Supports...

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