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The Code for Formatting an Xbox Hard Drive

If your Xbox 360 hard drive is full or if you are having problems loading data from it, you might consider formatting it. This process erases all saved data and returns it to its original state. The option to format your Xbox 360's hard drive can be found in the dashboard's Storage menu and can be activated using the Xbox 360's serial code.

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- The Xbox 360 hard drive is the standard storage device used by the Xbox 360 to save data. Game data, downloadable content and any other saved data are usually stored on the hard drive.
Precautions
- Before formatting your Xbox 360 hard drive, make sure it does not contain important data that you do not want to lose. Formatting an Xbox 360 drive is the process of erasing all of its contained data and returning it to its factory default state. After formatting the drive, all data contained within it will be lost.
Requirements for Formatting Xbox 360 Hard Drive
- To format your Xbox 360 hard drive, you will need the serial number of your Xbox 360. The formatting process requires you to enter this serial number to help prevent accidental formatting. The Xbox 360 serial number can be found on the back of the console next to the A/V port or on the front of the console behind the door covering the console's USB ports.
How to Format Hard Drive
- To format your Xbox 360 hard drive, first turn on the console without a disc in the tray to access the dashboard. Once the console finishes starting up, navigate to "Settings," then "System" and then select "Storage." Highlight the Xbox 360 hard drive, press the "Y" button, select "Format" and then select "Yes" to continue. Finally, enter your Xbox 360's serial number and then select "Done" to begin formatting the drive.

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