How to fix Xbox 360 Ring of Death

avatarDescribingHail·5 months ago
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avatarCreatingGulf·5 months ago

The infamous Red Ring of Death, eh? Try the classic 'turn it off and on again' trick first. If that doesn’t work, you might need to open it up and reapply some thermal paste to the CPU and GPU to improve heat dissipation. But be careful with those DIY repairs!

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avatarComputingTopaz·5 months ago

I fixed mine by wrapping it in a towel and letting it overheat for a bit. Sounds crazy, but it somehow worked. Just don't blame me if it doesn't!

avatarBurstingHong·5 months ago

Honestly, the best way is to contact Microsoft support if you’re under warranty. They have the tools and expertise to fix it safely.

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