The Xbox 360 was released in the year 2005. Detailed graphics, wireless capability and an enhanced multiplayer networking system gave original Xbox fans something to drool over. However, the bad news is that the console is filled with problems. Some users do not get problems, while others are flooded with them.

One of the more major system problems is one called The Red Ring of Death

What is the Red Ring of Death?

The red ring of death refers the to flashing red lights around the console’s power button. The error message indicates that there is a hardware malfunction within the console. You will not be able to play games or even access the dashboard until it is resolved.

How Can it Be Fixed?

With my experience in gaming I have come up with two solutions. Both of them will solve your problem, but one may work better than the other for some people, it all depends on how you wish to fix it.

• Mail the Console Back to Microsoft – Microsoft repairs hundreds if not thousands of consoles each day. If your console is under warranty then you can have it fixed for free. If it’s not, then you will have to shell out $100 or more in order to have it fixed. Microsoft will not tell you how the problem was resolved and it will take around 4-8 weeks.
• Buy a Repair Guide – Repair guides are a valuable source of information. They cost around $20-$30, but often come with a money back guarantee. If you buy a repair guide you will learn how to diagnose and fix the problems yourself, so if it should ever happen again you will know how to fix it.