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Discussion in 'Software' started by luckypuppy, Jan 24, 2010.

  1. luckypuppy

    luckypuppy Private E-2

    I want to buy a new Xbox360 console, but don't know whether to but falcon or jasper due to many rumors and such things floating around.

    Please tell me which version to buy and why?
     
  2. DavidGP

    DavidGP MajorGeeks Forum Administrator - Grand Pooh-Bah Staff Member

    Hi

    Jasper chipset version is the lastest so will be the better choice over Falcon, its supposed to be a redesigned motherboard and from the tech info should also run cooler do not as susceptible to the RROD of previous models including Falcon.

    Some info for you HERE
     
  3. luckypuppy

    luckypuppy Private E-2

    Thanks.

    Is there any method of permanent fixation after a console encounters RROD?
     
  4. DavidGP

    DavidGP MajorGeeks Forum Administrator - Grand Pooh-Bah Staff Member

    Hi

    Not that I know of as when the unit is RMA'd they are likely to fix the issue with same part that went wrong in first place, until a newer build of the xbox is released (dont know a date on that, but likely to be after Natal's release)

    More info on Jasper HERE


    I will ask a colleague to whos more upto speed on Xbox than me to pop in and see if he can add some more info.
     
  5. NICK ADSL UK

    NICK ADSL UK MajorGeeks Forum Administrator Staff Member

    Hi :)
    the currents build of xbox in the UK is very much more reliable then in the past. However you should take local advice as there will be regional differences the mains supply is one but their could be others which may effect the performance that you require
     
  6. luckypuppy

    luckypuppy Private E-2

    Thanks. :)
     
  7. NICK ADSL UK

    NICK ADSL UK MajorGeeks Forum Administrator Staff Member

    your welcome :)
     
  8. Nedlamar

    Nedlamar MajorGeek

    Thats a "Yes and No" answer. I know a few people who have successfully fixed their boxs and had them working for 6 months to over a year now without any problems.

    Look here.

    http://www.squidoo.com/xbox-troubleshooting-red-ring-of-death-fix

    It gives you a fair amount of info.
    The 1 piece of advice I will give you is DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT try the towel fix, while this does fix the problem for maybe a week it is incredibly dangerous and could end up burning your house down. Unfortunately many kids found out this is a quick fix and don't understand the reason for not doing it. My son tried it, I went spare.
    Anywa, if your prob is caused by the X clamp (Graphics are dead but still have sound) then the fix is fairly cheap and easy to do. This is the most common cause for RROD.

    To avoid the RROD I would suggest buying a real game machine made by.....Oh I dunno, someone like........ Sony :p

    Anyway, good luck and please remember that any mods/fixes you do are done at YOUR own risk.

    Happy Gaming :)
     

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