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How to Transfer FTP to an Xbox

The ability to transfer files to and from an Xbox video game console requires a modified Xbox and a home network. Establishing a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) connection via an FTP program makes file transfer as simple as "drag and drop" and is well worth the 20 minutes it takes to set up the connection. FTP is the easiest way to transfer backup games and MP3 files to the Xbox hard drive for later use.

Things You'll Need

Modded Xbox
EvoX or similar custom Xbox dashboard
FlashFXP FTP transfer software
PC
Ethernet cable
Network router

Instructions

- 1
  Connect the Xbox to the network router via the Ethernet cable and turn both the router and the console on.
- 2
  Navigate to the "Network Settings" in the custom dashboard. In EvoX they are located under the "Settings" menu. Change the IP setting to "Automatic" or "DHCP." Save the settings and restart the Xbox.
- 3
  Return to the "Network Settings" and take note of the IP address shown onscreen (you&'ll need the address in Step 7).
- 4
  Open an Internet browser on the PC and navigate to the FlashFXP download page (see Resources).
- 5
  Download and install FlashFXP.
- 6
  Open FlashFXP and select "File," "Quick Connect" or press the lightning bolt symbol from the icons menu.
- 7
  Enter the IP address noted in Step 3 in the "Server or URL" field and type "Xbox" without the quotation marks for the user name and password fields. Press "Connect."
- 8
  Drag the desired files to and from the origin folders to the destination folders. The PC folders are located in the left pane and the Xbox folders are in the right pane. Consult the Xbox custom dashboard&'s manual for the proper usage of the Xbox file system.

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