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2008.10.03, 05:12 AM | #1001 |
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Whisper, i thought the towel trick intentionally makes it red-ring so that you can send it back to MS in exchange for a newer model (less likely to red-ring)?
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2008.10.03, 05:22 AM | #1002 |
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The towel trick both fixes and breaks the console. If you have a working console, the towel will cause it to overheat and red ring. If you're console has already red ringed, overheating it again causes it to turn itself back on, albeit for a short period of time. I did it myself to play Rock Band for another week or two before sending it to Microsoft for repair.
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2008.10.03, 08:50 AM | #1003 |
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I called the store ( I just woke up ) and they will exchange everything. I'll then go register my new xbox on xbox.com. Thank you all for your help.
I'm a bit scared now.. I have athree months warranty with xbox right? but what happens if I get the red ring after four? I just bought a -new- xbox and it died on me. It scares me to no end |
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2008.10.03, 08:57 AM | #1005 |
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Yeah, I haven't heard of these problems for awhile either too. I thought those days were over.
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Edit: Did a bit of research, the Jasper chips are in 360's with a manufacture date of August 6 2008 or later, and the lot number 8031. If you're going to get a replacement in the store, see if they have one. I'd imagine all new stock will contain the Jasper boards.
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2008.10.03, 10:47 AM | #1007 |
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Oh, Jasper's already out? Didn't even knew that, since even my Falcon runs smoothly
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2008.10.03, 10:55 AM | #1009 |
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Silent Hill Origins (on the PSP) is actually good
Not much story-wise, but the rest is awesome. PS - I'm playing it right now for the first time. Almost at the end. |
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The same can't be said for the new next-gen Silent Hill unfortunately, which has been getting pretty mediocre initial reviews.
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