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How to Fix Xbox 360 Error E73

Xbox 360 is a gaming console that allows players to test their skills at single-player games and online multiplayer games. One of the biggest hassles of the Xbox 360 is what people call the "Three Red Lights of Death," also known as error 73--the error code you see on your TV screen when you turn on your Xbox 360. Fixing this problem can seem like a daunting task at first, but there are several methods to try before having to send your Xbox 360 to Microsoft.

Instructions

Check the AV Cable
- 1
  Go to the back of your Xbox 360 console and check the AV cable to make sure it is inserted into the console correctly.
- 2
  Disconnect your AV cable from the back of the console and then put it back in.
- 3
  Unplug the AV cable from the back of the console and wipe the metal pins on the back of the AV plug with a clean rag.
- 4
  Try using a different AV cable to test your system.
Restart Your Console
- 5
  Press the "Power" button on the front of the Xbox 360 until the unit has powered down.
- 6
  Disconnect the AV cable from the back of the console.
- 7
  Disconnect the power supply from the wall socket.
- 8
  Allow the unit and the power supply to cool for a couple of hours.
- 9
  Reconnect the AV cable and the power supply to the back of the console. Turn your Xbox 360 back on.

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