Japan Explains: Why Xbox 360s Heat Up and Crap Out.

xbox_360.jpgFace it: the Xbox 360 isn’t quite up to snuff. The design is flawed, leading to an abnormal number of machines konking out. Since Microsoft won’t reveal the details of what exactly is causing the problems, Japanese news source Nikkei had a thermal design expert analyze the 360’s heat radiation system. Two Xbox 360’s were used for the investigation: one purchased in 2005, and the other that was repaired in May 2007. Their findings? Read more.

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3 Responses to “Japan Explains: Why Xbox 360s Heat Up and Crap Out.”

  1. Voltolio (3 red lights) Says:
    March 8, 2008 at 4:07 pm

    Update - There now exists a comprehensive site that explains why the 3 red lights happen in deep technical detail. Included is a downloadable tutorial that walks you through the troubleshooting steps to avoid having to send out for microsoft xbox 360 repair. If your xbox 360 flunks the tutorial you can turn to the extensive reviews on the site about the available self repair manuals. Fix My XBox 360

  2. Sryan Says:
    April 13, 2008 at 10:27 am

    Its good to know that at least someone is trying to figure out what is causing this. Mine konked out after about a year. I published a squidoo lense detailing what I did to fix it. Hopefully it can help some people out.

  3. Steve Says:
    April 16, 2008 at 8:27 am

    I hear that the new Jasper will fix the overheating problems. I’ll probably pick up one if my 360 Elite ever dies. *knock on wood* I’ve had it since last July with no problems.

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