X-clamp still the best way?
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16. September 2009 @ 19:08 |
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Hello, I have been away for some time due to circumstances out of my control but am now back and looking for advice.
is the x-clamp still the best way to fix 3 red rings? (last x clamp i done was about 1 1/2 years ago :-/)
I do always search but thought I didnt want to waste time spending hours searching for stuff that is out of date.
any help of hints of what or where to search is appreciated.
xX Shinnster Xx
ub5crew
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16. September 2009 @ 19:10 |
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best way to fix RROD is send it to MS.
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16. September 2009 @ 19:12 |
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Originally posted by wabashman: best way to fix RROD is send it to MS.
that is not an option i'm afraid.
xX Shinnster Xx
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16. September 2009 @ 19:13 |
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i would go for a reflow then. i just dont see the x-clamp working again once it already failed.
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16. September 2009 @ 19:15 |
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sorry, the console i will be working on hasnt had the x clamp done already, just wondered if there was a better way these days.
i'll have a look around for this reflow method.
cheers
xX Shinnster Xx
ub5crew
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16. September 2009 @ 19:16 |
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if it hasnt had the xclamp done, why cant you send it in for free repair?
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16. September 2009 @ 19:22 |
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The x-clamp replacement is still best (other than sending it in) But there's a reflow method for xboxs that are too bad and the x-clamp replacement won't fix it by itself.

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XBOX360 Falcon console with Lite-On 74850C
PS3 80gb phat model with 120gb hdd
PS3 60gb model
PS3 modded on 3.55
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16. September 2009 @ 19:56 |
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@ wabashman
its got an old flash on it and no serial sticker.
@ steo2k8
ahaa I see, i will have a search and see what i find about this reflow method.
many thanks
xX Shinnster Xx
ub5crew
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16. September 2009 @ 20:07 |
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People use the heatgun method for xboxs that are too stubborn to work (If x-clamp replacement and overheating still doesn't work) The way they do it should show up on a google search, they usually use a heatgun and then x-clamp replacement.
Heat gunning should really only be used if nothing else will work.

Consoles:
XBOX360 Falcon console with Lite-On 74850C
PS3 80gb phat model with 120gb hdd
PS3 60gb model
PS3 modded on 3.55
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db5304
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16. September 2009 @ 23:46 |
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Heat gun is not the same as reflow, reflow is the best option it basically resolders the mobo replacing the crap that they put on there. you have to have a reflow table which are very expensive, but many members on this board will reflow for a price.
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17. September 2009 @ 07:50 |
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Originally posted by db5304: Heat gun is not the same as reflow, reflow is the best option it basically resolders the mobo replacing the crap that they put on there. you have to have a reflow table which are very expensive, but many members on this board will reflow for a price.
I know but people use the heatgun as a cheap way to fix them but reflow is much better, harder, more expensive, It has a way higher chance of working and making it work for much longer, I personally wouldn't use the heat gun unless nothing at all would work that I tried (never heat gunned an xbox).

Consoles:
XBOX360 Falcon console with Lite-On 74850C
PS3 80gb phat model with 120gb hdd
PS3 60gb model
PS3 modded on 3.55
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17. September 2009 @ 08:38 |
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Originally posted by shinnster: @ wabashman
its got an old flash on it and no serial sticker.
@ steo2k8
ahaa I see, i will have a search and see what i find about this reflow method.
many thanks
since are going to need to reflash anyway if you want to play the latest game, then it dosn't matter. Buy a warranty sticker off of ebay for 20$ slap it on and send it in. they dont check your fw. although you will most likely get a brand new drive back that will need to be re-flashed.
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EricCarr
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17. September 2009 @ 17:44 |
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Thanks guys, I am going to do the reflow soon. I don't have the time right now.
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17. September 2009 @ 17:47 |
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no problem. best of luck with it.
Come talk with us on efnet at #elitemods !!! or just click ME
ALSO, DO NOT SEND ME MESSAGES ON LIVE REGARDING MODDING CONSOLES, OR HOW I PLAYED A CERTAIN GAME EARLY. I WILL NOT RESPOND. I WILL INSTEAD DELETE YOUR MESSAGE, AND BLOCK ALL COMMUNICATION FROM YOU. JUST SEND ME A PM ON HERE.
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