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How to Repair a Broken Xbox 360

Xbox 360 consoles break as a result of heat-related stress inside the machine, in addition to other issues. The console's video and computer processors (GPU and CPU) emit a lot of heat during gaming operations. This excess heat causes the system's internal clamps ("X" clamps) to bend, resulting in the red light error codes which indicate non-functioning consoles. You can repair your broken Xbox 360 by removing this X clamps from inside the machine.

Things You'll Need

Torx screwdriver (size 10)

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug all Xbox 360 cables from the console then remove the faceplate from the front of the machine. Unclasp the plastic tabs on the external case then remove it. Unscrew the Torx screws on the internal case and slide it open. Unplug the DVD drive from the Xbox 360 and lift it out of the console. Locate the X clamps above the GPU and CPU and unscrew them then lift them out of the console (you can discard these clamps).
- 2
  Reconnect the DVD drive to the Xbox 360 console. Close the internal case and rescrew the Torx screws. Replace the external plastic case and front faceplate on the console. Reconnect the Xbox 360 power cables and video cables.
- 3
  Power on the console to make sure the machine is repaired. Your console should function normally once the X clamps have been removed and are no longer forcing the console's internal hardware components to flex or bend.

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