How to Fix the Xbox 360 Red Ring of Death

By Anthony Reedy

The dreaded Xbox 360 red ring of death. Are there 6 words that could strike more terror into the hearts of gamers? If you have never experienced this problem then consider yourself lucky. Some estimates put your chances of receiving this error as high as 1 in 3. If you are one of the unlucky and are experiencing this problem right now, don't despair. There is hope and help, and it doesn't require you to send your system off to that large global corporation whose name we will not mention! First, a little background on Xbox 360 error lights.

The Dreaded Red Ring of Death

The xbox 360 comes with a system to identify the error based off the number of red lights.


1 red light: you are having general hardware failure.
2 red lights: your console is overheating. Turn off and unplug your console immediately to avoid damage any damage.
3 red lights: the red ring of death. See the next section for how to deal with these red lights.
4 red lights: your AV cable is loose. Check that your connection is secure, replace if necessary.

The Cause of 1 & 3 Red Light Errors

A loose GPU will cause 1 and 3 red lights on your xbox 360. This is a result of the cold-soldering used and the heat given off by the motherboard.

How To Fix The Red Ring Of Death

I hear you loud and clear, "enough information already! Give me the fix!"

Well, that large global corporation whose name we will not mention would like for you to send your xbox 360 console to them, along with about $200. They will hold your system for about 8 weeks.

What you may not know is that you can fix the xbox 360 red ring of death on your own and in the comfort of your home. The non-techiest person can complete this process in under an hour. There are several guides available on the internet that deatail this process. Look for one that includes step-by-step videos. Always verify that there is a refund option and a way to contact the seller. This will ensure that you are not receiving a junk guide reselling the famous "towel trick".

Does your Xbox suffer from the ring of death? Let me show you step-by-step how to fix your Xbox 360 red ring of death error.

Find out more, Xbox 360 Repair Guide Reviews.

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Thanks for the update dude!! Many people are really looking for this and this post is very useful for them and also the specification and guidelines are the best ones.

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