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How to Install an Xbox to a TV

The Xbox gaming system, though out of date, is still a great addition to a gaming collection. Especially since the Xbox 360 is not fully backwards-compatible, meaning that it can play some original Xbox games, but not all of them. Thankfully, the Xbox system basic setup is just like any other current gaming systems. Just ensure that you have all of the parts included with the purchase before you begin.

Things You'll Need

Xbox AC adapter
Xbox A/V cables

Instructions

- 1
  Find the spot on your entertainment system for your Xbox. This should be a flat surface and close enough where the cables can easily reach a wall outlet and the back of the TV.
- 2
  Plug the Xbox side of the AC adapter into the system.
- 3
  Connect the AC adapter to a nearby wall outlet. Depending on the type of entertainment center you have, if applicable, you may want to run the cable through the entertainment center instead of around it.
- 4
  Connect the Xbox side of the A/V cable to the system.
- 5
  
  Setting up an Xbox is easy if you still have all the original hardware.
  
  Plug the A/V cables into the matching ports on the TV. The cables are colored yellow, red and white, and the ports on the TV are matching colors. Again, depending on your entertainment center, you can run the cable through the center instead of around it.
- 6
  Check all of the wires you just installed to ensure they are snuggly fit in the ports.
- 7
  Turn on your Xbox and TV (your TV may have to be set on a special channel), and enjoy the games.

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