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[flipstatus]

I jus got an xchip from easybuy2000.com (its a new release). then I installed it with a solderless kit. so then everything is working well. It boot me up on a bios. then I dont kno what to do. I jus bought the chip late Nov 2004. Then I kinda flashed the bios without any idea wat flash means. then when I turned it off and on. the green light turned flashing green n red. then i turned it off again then turned on it wont load me to bios menu. But when I connect my usb to my computer, turned on the xbox then it starts flashing red n green again.

I need help.. PLZ..

FLashing means formating the bios?? how can I restored the bios menu back??

DId I fry the chip??

[PaulY^]

Usb flashing a bios to the x-chip will NOT damage it.
All you need to do is use the x_control usb software and reflash the original bios or a good copy of the evox x-chip v1.3.
To restore the original cromwell bios, connect your usb cable from your computer to your x-chip, open the x_control software on your computer and wait for the X to turn green.
Choose FILE, LOAD RAW then browse to C:\Program Files\X-CHIP\BIOS and choose full.bin
Then from the x_control software options choose XCHIP SAVE CHANGES.
Once it has completed 100% close the x_control software and unplug the USB cable and reboot the xbox (the cromwell original bios will now be back on the chip).
You can use the same method to install the evox xchip v1.3 BIOS by downloading a copy from #xbins and uzipping the file they provide and choosing the correct bios for your version of xbox.
Regards PaulY^

[chronic_]

yeh, thts the safest bet, check my signiture if your still stuck

[pricemeista33]

Alright...........I am very good at computers and this is a problem that I just can't seem to iron out.  I have installed an X-Chip into 2 boxes and one of them is freaking out.  It will not accept any bios that will load.  I have loaded up the "Xbox Linux Cromwell BIOS 2.40" and still can't get this stupid thing up and running.  After loading up this bios it still will not boot to the M$ dash or nothing.  All I get is a fragged RED LED that just won't quit.
          The pretty blue screen comes up with all the options but it will not go anyfurther than that.  With ALL the bioses I've tried this is all that happens no matter the correct bios.  I will not give up though because I know that it's something really simple that I need to do.  I just need to know what that is.  I relly believe that it is my EEPROM on the MOBO.  If there is anyway that I can flash the EEPROM on the board without desoldering it or anything too grieving. I would really like to know about this procedure.

Can any of the many geniuses on any forum take on this task being successful?

[PaulY^]

pricemiesta33
Oh i did all this typing and realised you are using m7 (get rid of m7 bios and use evox_xchipv1.3 bios) manke sure you load raw when using the x-control software and save changes.
I assume by the pretty blue screen you mean the cromwell bios boot screen.
If this is the case then your chip hardware is installed correctly, and you should be able to install the evox_xchip_v1.3 bios using the LOAD RAW option on the x_control software and SAVE CHANGES once complete unplug your usb from the x-chip and reboot into evox bios..Altho if you have done all this already and only the cromwell bios is working for you , then it may be that you have altered the eeprom video settings, (i assume this from you thinking it may be the eeprom).
1. If you have made a backup of the eeprom on your xbox harddrive or on your computer you are in luck and this would be the best way to fix your problem.
Follow these intructions to the letter.
1a. open the Settings Tool program in your exox xchip bios folder
1b.choose File Load Bios. load the evox 1.3.bin file that you use for your xbox
1c.chhose Eeprom Inject Eeeprom from the tab menu. Browse to where you have the copy of your Eeprom saved on your computer.
1d.Save your bios.
2a.Use x-control to install the new bios to your x-chip.
Once complete you must unplug the USB cable and on reboot hold down the black button on the usb adaptor connected to the xchip for 10-20 seconds this will flash the eeprom back to your xbox (at the same time tap the start button on your controller to enter the bios setup screen) check that your video settings are correct for your xbox region and if all is good save & exit. EEPROM restored!
3. Your other option is to use your freinds eeprom from his xbox (but i think that option may have its drawbacks when using xbox-live).
Hope this helps.
Regards PaulY^.
BTW lock your hardrive cos if you dont your standard xbox dash will not boot properly and it will error.

This post has been edited by PaulY^: Dec 10 2004, 07:47 AM

[squirrel56]

Sorry guys, NewB here, where can you get the bios from?  I have searched & searched & searched!

[PaulY^]

squirrel56
go here to find how to get the bios http://forums.xbox-scene.com/index.php?showtopic=318124
Regards PaulY^

[squirrel56]

Sweet!  Thanks for the help!  

Alright, I got the bios flashed, and I made the DVDR with the ISO file, but I cannot connect to my xbox via my router.... also, the xbox live no longer works.... I already turned off the "live blocker".... suggestions?

[flipstatus]

does n e one kno wher to get the evox_xchip_v1.3 bios.. I've been searchin the web n I dont kno how to get it from. I jus have an m8 bios.. if u do have one pls email it to me at [email protected].. thx alot tc

[PaulY^]

flipstatus
look in this thread here http://forums.xbox-scene.com/index.php?showtopic=318124
Regards PaulY^

[pricemeista33]

Thanks PaulY for the awsome information man.  You are one of the most considerate people on the Earth and we need more like you.