360 with red ring of death - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

ziadel · 10-11-2007, 03:34 PM

Well, title says it all, and I bought it second hand. Am I screwed?

Prophecy · 10-11-2007, 03:49 PM

Not sure, call MS. If it's a RROD problem they should fix it for free, if you have any other issues it's out of pocket for you.

Edit: Since Halo 3 has launched the expected return time for you console has sky-rocketed, just be aware.

behindalens · 10-11-2007, 05:41 PM

There are ways to fix it if you are out of warranty also. Google "xclamp replacement"

drego · 10-11-2007, 08:42 PM

Even easier:

https://service.xbox.com/servicehome.aspx

If you've got a xbox live account that is. It's all web based. I didn't even register my console until the RROD, basically create the account, register your hardware, and open up a trouble ticket.....then they take it and go.

Assuming no one else has registered the console, it's easier than most things dealing with Msft. They send you a box, you send it in, and a couple weeks later you get a box back. On mine, they just send a whole new console, which was sweet because I had one of the old, louder than crap cd drives.

Hell, you even get a free month of XBox live gold to make up for the time you lose!

~Drego

bookerV · 10-15-2007, 06:04 AM

Yeah, just get in touch with MSoft and they should take care of it. I also have a defunct console and need to call them for my 360 coffin...

Datalife2 · 10-17-2007, 01:23 PM

I feel for ya. Im on my 4th.

bellicfreak · 08-29-2008, 08:51 AM

If you get the 3 rings of death but you're out of warranty, does microsoft still replace the 360 for free?

Reese · 08-29-2008, 03:29 PM

Microsoft will fix all RROD consoles free of charge. Just call em up and explain what it's doing. They'll ask a few questions to make sure it's really the Red ring of death then they'll send you a box to return the console in.

ObieX · 08-30-2008, 10:07 PM

Yea just give them a call. All consoles are covered for 3 years. and if you're over 3 years it wont be a problem with RROD. You can either print out your own pre-paid label or have them send you a box with foam packing and such to send it in. I just sent mine in 2 weeks ago and its already back and working fine.

1-800-4-MY-XBOX

guthmund · 09-02-2008, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drego

Even easier:

https://service.xbox.com/servicehome.aspx

If you've got a xbox live account that is. It's all web based. I didn't even register my console until the RROD, basically create the account, register your hardware, and open up a trouble ticket.....then they take it and go.

Assuming no one else has registered the console, it's easier than most things dealing with Msft. They send you a box, you send it in, and a couple weeks later you get a box back. On mine, they just send a whole new console, which was sweet because I had one of the old, louder than crap cd drives.

Hell, you even get a free month of XBox live gold to make up for the time you lose!

~Drego

Exactly. I've sent two in this way and I haven't had any trouble yet with the process. In fact, my turnaround time was a little over a week both times. I didn't have to deal with Microsoft at all except through the website.

crazybobmarley · 09-30-2008, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ObieX

1-900-4-MY-XBOX

I love box

Project-1 · 10-02-2008, 06:19 PM

I don't think the rrod warranty covers second hand purchases. I believe you will need to pay $99 to get it repaired even with the rrod.

ObieX · 10-02-2008, 06:36 PM

rrod does indeed cover used purchases. mine was used and it wasn't a problem. Mine was not registered, but who registers their xbox? there shouldn't be a problem.

Microsoft is well aware that their system shits out on people very often with the rrod so if you get it don't sweat it. <--zomg that rhymed

Project-1 · 10-02-2008, 06:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ObieX

rrod does indeed cover used purchases. mine was used and it wasn't a problem. Mine was not registered, but who registers their xbox? there shouldn't be a problem.

Microsoft is well aware that their system shits out on people very often with the rrod so if you get it don't sweat it. <--zomg that rhymed

Hope the previous owner didn't register the system : )

10-11-2007, 03:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
ziadel Myrmidon Location: In the twilight and mist.	360 with red ring of death Well, title says it all, and I bought it second hand. Am I screwed? __________________ Ron Paul '08 Vote for Freedom Go ahead and google Dr. Ron Paul. You'll like what you read.

10-11-2007, 03:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
Prophecy Oracle & Apollyon Location: Limbus Patrum	Not sure, call MS. If it's a RROD problem they should fix it for free, if you have any other issues it's out of pocket for you. Edit: Since Halo 3 has launched the expected return time for you console has sky-rocketed, just be aware. __________________ La Disciplina È La Mia Spada, La Fede È Il Mio Schermo, Non salti Ciecamente In Incertezza, E Potete Raccogliere Le Ricompense.

10-11-2007, 08:42 PM	#4 (permalink)
drego Upright Location: WA......somewhere....I hope......	Even easier: https://service.xbox.com/servicehome.aspx If you've got a xbox live account that is. It's all web based. I didn't even register my console until the RROD, basically create the account, register your hardware, and open up a trouble ticket.....then they take it and go. Assuming no one else has registered the console, it's easier than most things dealing with Msft. They send you a box, you send it in, and a couple weeks later you get a box back. On mine, they just send a whole new console, which was sweet because I had one of the old, louder than crap cd drives. Hell, you even get a free month of XBox live gold to make up for the time you lose! ~Drego __________________ There is no such thing as "Bug Free" software....there is only software with an acceptable (and documented) level of failure. Hack the Planet!!!!

10-15-2007, 06:04 AM	#5 (permalink)
bookerV Addict Location: Ontario, Canada	Yeah, just get in touch with MSoft and they should take care of it. I also have a defunct console and need to call them for my 360 coffin... __________________ "That's why you're the judge and I'm the law-talking guy." Lionel Hutz

10-17-2007, 01:23 PM	#6 (permalink)
Datalife2 Insane	I feel for ya. Im on my 4th. __________________ where's my lighter?

10-11-2007, 05:41 PM	#3 (permalink)
behindalens Upright	There are ways to fix it if you are out of warranty also. Google "xclamp replacement"

08-29-2008, 08:51 AM	#7 (permalink)
bellicfreak Upright	If you get the 3 rings of death but you're out of warranty, does microsoft still replace the 360 for free?

08-29-2008, 03:29 PM	#8 (permalink)
Reese Delicious	Microsoft will fix all RROD consoles free of charge. Just call em up and explain what it's doing. They'll ask a few questions to make sure it's really the Red ring of death then they'll send you a box to return the console in. __________________ “It is better to be rich and healthy than poor and sick” - Dave Barry

08-30-2008, 10:07 PM	#9 (permalink)
ObieX Pickles Location: Shirt and Pants (NJ)	Yea just give them a call. All consoles are covered for 3 years. and if you're over 3 years it wont be a problem with RROD. You can either print out your own pre-paid label or have them send you a box with foam packing and such to send it in. I just sent mine in 2 weeks ago and its already back and working fine. 1-800-4-MY-XBOX __________________ We Must Dissent.

10-02-2008, 06:19 PM	#12 (permalink)
Project-1 Upright Location: Dirty Jersey	I don't think the rrod warranty covers second hand purchases. I believe you will need to pay $99 to get it repaired even with the rrod. __________________ You Get Nothing, You Lose! Good Day Sir!

10-02-2008, 06:36 PM	#13 (permalink)
ObieX Pickles Location: Shirt and Pants (NJ)	rrod does indeed cover used purchases. mine was used and it wasn't a problem. Mine was not registered, but who registers their xbox? there shouldn't be a problem. Microsoft is well aware that their system shits out on people very often with the rrod so if you get it don't sweat it. <--zomg that rhymed __________________ We Must Dissent.