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jahwarrio
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_ 		2. September 2007 @ 09:20 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Hey guys,

I'm finally getting ready to jump onto the 360 bandwagon. I just wanted to check out the mod scene before making a purchase. I've been doing some reading, but still have the questions:
1. Are currently purchased 360s mod/flashable (or is there a wii situation going on?)
2. Is there any certain version/drive I should look for compared to another (ala xbox1)?
3. Is a mod chip or firmware mod safer for playing originals or backups online?
4. Any recommendations of core/premium/elite system (since I've heard you can use your own HD)?

Thanks for any help and advice, sorry for the newbie questions. I'm looking forward to joining the 360 community!
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sp7ke
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_ 		3. September 2007 @ 05:23 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Most are. The hitachi v79 is a bit more tedious to flash. The ben-q drives are not flashable as of now but are being worked on.

I prefer the Toshiba/Samsung drives.

The new fw is safe for playing online as of now. Im not really sure about the modchips comfort factor.

Most people buy the premiums.

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bhetrick
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_ 		3. September 2007 @ 05:59 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Actually, the Benq drives are flashable now, but there's not a modded firmware for it yet.
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