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[suprak]

I have a 360 (modded) that is hiccuping.

A few weeks ago I started playing Madden '08 and I first saw the 3 red lights. At that time I was not familiar with how it is possible to check the more detailed error code so I have nothing to report. After a reboot the problem disappeared. All was well for a little while.

Then I started playing Bioshock. Bioshock did not cause 3 red lights even onces but I did start experiencing spontaneous freezes.  I started to research and it seemed like the freezes combined with the case of 3 red lights meant a gloomy end.

However more time passed and I was able to work through the freezes (rebooting, cleaning disk, letting 360 cool, etc). Today I tried to play Madden and the 360 wouldn't even boot into the menu, 3 red lights right away. Multiple reboots did not help.

I decided it was time to attempt the X-Clamp Replacement method. I went through the disassembly of the 360 but at the very last moment I read that it was possible to find out the secondary error codes. I brought the disassembled 360 downstairs, hooked it up and turned it on. The familiar red lights went on. I turned it off and grabbed two pens with which I would poke the appropriate buttons.

On the reboot the 360 came alive. The 3 red rings of light have disappeared however Bioshock still freezes so I'm positive the error hasn't gone.

Should I follow through with the procedure? Should I wait until it keels over completely? Anybody experience a similar situation?

[suprak]

so the ring came back and I got my first code, 0102 GPU error

[RDC]

Look into having it reflowed properly and then the X-clamp mod done to it for best results.

[suprak]

I was reading the thread about adding erasers to the bottom of your mobo when I realized that someone has beat me to it. I won my console in a contest so I have no idea how this is possible.

Here is a link to a post containing photos of my mobo: http://forums.xbox-s...o...d=4100509