In 2005, Microsoft released Xbox 360 as the successor to Xbox but they didn't expect the three flashing red light error popularly known as the Red Ring of Death.Microsoft gives the public an official statement that says the failure rate of Xbox 360 is at 3-5% but Square trade, provider of warranties, says that the failure rate is around 23%. The red lights flickering on the power button of Xbox 360 is called Red Ring of Death which only means a hardware failure and renders your game console unusable. An irregularity in the Xbox 360's design is the leading cause of overheating hardware due to lack of enough space and air. Sudden diversion of the console's internal temperature makes the solder joints crack.
Even if Microsoft gives an extension warranty, other consumers did not opt for it since it would take time in sending their units and takes more time in sending it back to the owners. Owners of Xbox 360 that has no warranty cards shall pay the right amount to UPS for shipment of their units.
Due to Microsoft's warranty policy, the Xbox 360 community must do something to fix their own units by trying and testing different methods. There's no guaranteed that after trying the alternatives, your unit would be fully repaired.
1st Option.
Repair your Xbox with a towel
Because of the heat generated, the cold solder joints will re-solder itself due to intense heat. The red ring of fire problem will be solved after leaving the towel for a maximum of 20 minutes and then pulling out the plug. This alternative way to fix your Xbox may accelerate the bricking of your console. Never use your Xbox unit extremely to avoid heating up of its system unless you are in an air-conditioned room.
2nd Option.
The Angle technique: An instructional copy on Xbox repair through angles
Generally, you arrange the unit and the power supply in a precise position. It aids in reducing stress in the Xbox 360's internal system. As long as you believe in that you're doing the right thing, the ways in reaching it would not matter anymore. Can you possibly position your Xbox accurately? Air-conditioned room where your Xbox is located is advisable to prevent overheating of the system. Protect the power supply at all times especially from children. Using caps from empty bottles to bring the power supply up is an excellent idea.
Alternative #3.
Repair your Xbox in 24-hours
If others who tried this method succeed, then why can't I? Your warranty card might be declined if you forcefully open your Xbox. Fixing the Xbox console needs the complete requirements like the correct temperature and correct positioning of tools. Xbox 360's internal structure is so complicated that it cannot be grasped by our own basic intellect.
Pursuing this method will lead to you Xbox 360's death.
If you're a certified gamer, you should consider buying an Xbox 360 since it's the hit for today. They have experienced a lot of trials and success during those years. The great calamity that befouled their way is the red ring of death. The red ring of death is indicated by 3 red flickering lights.
If one red light in the upper portion lights, it could only mean hardware problem. If two red lights are flashing, it means overheating. Pull of the plug from the outlet right away. Always check the cable connection before using your Xbox 360 to prevent the lighting of all four red lights which means an error in the cables. And of course, if 3 red lights flickers, all you have to do is to pray that it would function again normally since it's the sign of general hardware problem which only Microsoft can repair. If you're tight on budget, you can find different methods of repairing you unit in the internet.
Quiet surprisingly, the general hardware problem contains lots of explanations why it happened. One possibility is that there's a low voltage in your area thus the power is not enough to fully operate your Xbox. You must be careful with short circuits in your household. Pull out the plug to stop the console from flashing the light indicators. Your Xbox 360 is just like ordinary appliances that needs some rest if experiencing too much heat in its wirings. The solder joints below the graphic chips are melting due to heat then cools back giving a stress to the chip itself. Cost-cutting their budget, Microsoft decided to opt for cheaper graphic chips without realizing the effects in its quality. The cold solder joints are not melted thoroughly during the making of the Xbox 360 thus it has bubbles in it and melts when the console's temperature goes high. The old tin-lead solders are already outdated. These cold solder joints melts when the system reaches a very high temperature due to excessive use of the console. Always schedule your using of the Xbox to prevent sudden changes in temperature inside the system. What people thought that Xbox is cool is the opposite that Microsoft is only using sub-standard hardware parts.
Kidding aside, the last two problems are the reason behind general hardware failure which means death to your Xbox console. When you lost your warranty card, just pay $140 to Microsoft for the shipping and insurance of your game console. If you encountered the red ring of death months only after you bought it, then you are qualified for the Microsoft's 3 year warranty extension. Microsoft is more than willing enough to accept your console for a price even if your warranty is expired already. Search to the web for the available tutorials in repairing red ring of death. Almost majority of these guides will bring more damage to your unit. Be polite in asking questions in the forum so that others take pity on you and will help you fix your Xbox.
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