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Xbox 360 3 Flashing Red Lights
by webmaster on Nov.07, 2010, under Xbox
Xbox 360 3 flashing red lights, also known as “the red circle of death” is one of the common problems with this gaming console.
As you may already know each one of the red lights on the front panel of your console indicates a different problem:
- Two lights mean the console is overheated; simply turn it off and wait to cool.
- Four red lights on signify that there is a problem with the connection between the console and the AV cable – it may be that the cable is unplugged or that the signal I corrupted in another way; you can simply check your cables.
- One light on shows a major hardware failure or systems error.
- Xbox 360 3 flashing red lights show a general hardware failure.
What you will read in your Xbox instructions for use manual when you notice Xbox 360 3 flashing red lights is to send it back to Microsoft for repairs. This doesn’t sound cool at all considering the time and money you will spend to do so. Moreover you will be without your favorite console for an unknown period of time, and this thought can only frustrate you even more.
There is an easy way out of this situation that can solve your problem in about one – two hours. Moreover you can deal with the Xbox 3 flashing red lights problem all by yourself and without the use of any special tools and materials. The guides at Internet offer advice and practical tips on many of the common problems with Xbox 360 and the best part of it is that they are written for all that are not technically savvy.
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How to Fix PS3 Problems
by webmaster on Jul.12, 2010, under PS3
As more and more advancements have been made on gaming devices, we seem to encounter more issues. A good example of this would be the PS3. It is said that the PS3 has more problems than its older version, the PS2.
It might surprise you to know that this is not a manufacturer issue, but most likely, a ‘user error.’ It seems that gamers often make things more complicated than they actually were and this results to an increased number of problems and complaints.
If there is something wrong with your PS3, usually, you have the option to troubleshoot it on your own. Most troubleshooting procedures are the same with any other gaming device or console, and there are in fact more than one or two options, and which one you choose would depend on you.
Here are some of the simple guidelines you can use.
1. Cable connections
It is a common problem among gamers and more often than not, such a problem could be fixed by simply checking on whether the cables are properly connected or not. You will sometimes encounter the blinking red lights issue on your PS3 and this can be resolved by ensuring that the cables are plugged in to the console properly. Sometimes, this problem could also be due to damaged cables so when this happens, you need to replace them.
2. Display issues
When using the PS3, a gamer might run into some problems with the display. To fix this, you can try two options: 1. reset the console and, 2. refresh the display. For the first one, all you need to do is reset it to default settings and as to how you can do this, you can find easy-to-follow procedures on the net. For the second option, all you need to do is to press the power button for as long as it takes the console to beep twice.
3. Resources
Troubleshooting guidelines can be found in many websites. You can download them or simply refer to bits and pieces of information found on the internet. The details you get can be overwhelming but of course, you do not need to master them at one time. All you need, really, is basic knowledge on how to fix simple PS3 issues. A note to remember is that there are really times when you need to go to a service center to have your PS3 fixed, especially if the problem pertains to its hardware. Issues such as, when the disc will no longer load will require replacement of important hardware parts and will need to be taken cared of by an expert.
The important thing here is that you know what you can do on your own, and you should also be aware of when it is time to get a hold of an expert technician.
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How do I connect my Ps2 to the internet to play online?
by webmaster on Mar.09, 2010, under PS2
I have a Verizon router and another one that is not connected to the computer….
more specifically how to use a router with the Ps2,.. .do i need to put it through the computer-laptop-?
do i need any other cables/connectors?
I mean can i plug the spare router into the Ps2 to play online?
ANNIE
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Xbox 360 Flashing Benq Drive Help
by webmaster on Mar.06, 2010, under Xbox 360
If you are looking for Xbox 360 flashing benq drive help, please read below.
Insert the USB stick to the USB slot and open iPrep. You need to load firmware definition. Select the appropriate drive to make it bootable. You must shut down your computer and disassemble your Xbox 360. Your DVD drive should be hooked up to the PCI card. Once this is done you can turn on the computer and it should now boot through the USB stick. Follow the instructions closely and turn off the computer and Xbox 360. You need to restart your windows.
Open the firmware toolbox and ensure that the FW that you have dumped is the correct one. You need to reboot the PC through your USB drive. Once the PC is restarted you must run fben1234567 12345 command to flash the drive with the firmware hacked. Your Xbox 360 and the computer should be shut down again. Now you need to try a burnt game to ensure that it works. If it plays you can reassemble Xbox 360. If you did not succeed in this step, you must check with other original games to find out whether the original games are working. If it plays the original games, try rebooting the system again using the USB drive. Connect Xbox 360 and run the fben 1234567 12345to restore the system to the original condition.
Another way of Xbox 360 flashing Benq drive is using the following method:
You must first install VIA card into your PCI slot in your PC. After this disconnect all SATA cable and IDE cable that connects to HDD drives and DVD burner and DVD ROM. You should have just one cable connected to the main HDD with winxp.
Connect the SATA cable to the Benq drive in the Xbox 360 to the SATA port on your VIA card. Your PC can now be turned but while starting up press F2 so that can get into the BIOS. Once you enter the BIOS, turn off all the SATA port on your VIA card.
If you are looking for another way of Xbox 360 flashing Benq drive is as follows.
Install the VIA card in your PCI slot and make sure that all the SATA cables are disconnected. The IDE cable to your extra HDD and other DVD drives too should be disconnected. You must keep just the cable a single cable that connects to your main HDD. You must now connect the SATA cable to the Benq drive in the Xbox 360. Switch on your PC and get into BIOS to turn off the SATA port in your computer. Leave only that SATA port that is linked to your main HDD where you have the winxp OS. Reload winxp by rebooting and switch on your Xbox 360. You need to now start your DOSFlash32. Here you must choose ‘yes’ and switch off your Xbox 360. Wait for at least 5 seconds and switch on your Xbox 360. You can save the firmware to your ixtreme fast or in other location. Remember to name the file as orig.bin.
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How much money is it to repair a xbox 360 thats warrenty ended?
by webmaster on Nov.28, 2009, under Xbox 360
So my xbox 360 got the e74 error and i traied everything to fix it like unplugging cables and stuff but it just doesnt work. So i want to knw how much it is to send in a xbox 360 that warrenty ended.
EARL
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