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RROD at last
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I am so lucky to have spotted you guys. Thing is... this is my second Xbox 360 now, and the same thing is happening to it. What happened and what is happening again is that certain games fail. I currently only own 4 games. After playing on the 360 for about 4-6 months, Gears of War and Assassin's Creed get alot of read errors and then (lol'd) when I insert the discs into the tray, a screen comes up and says: "To play this game you must insert it into an Xbox 360".
BUT
Oblivion and PGR4 works beautifully. WTF?!
This new console is about 6 months old... or 5...
HELP MAESTRO!!!
Not to mention it sounds like a jackhammer when trying to read those games... and yes the are scratch-free
BUT
Oblivion and PGR4 works beautifully. WTF?!
This new console is about 6 months old... or 5...
HELP MAESTRO!!!
Not to mention it sounds like a jackhammer when trying to read those games... and yes the are scratch-free
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maestro_za
Expert Member
Hi
Hmm ... sounds like a failing laser which after just 6 months is bad to say the least. Your console isn't modded to play backup games is it? Just asking
You can send a PM and give me the manufacturing date of your console (on the back sticker) and your contact details. I need the MFR date to figure out what drive you have, as the drive brands (Hitachi, Samsung, Benq) don't have universal laser unit's.
Cheers
Well after a protracted conversation with M$oft (why is their VOIP so bad?) they're sending a box for me to ship the console off to them. I'd be pretty pissed if I was an avid gamer - ETA for device being returned . . . 3-5 weeks. 
doobiwan
Executive Member
Wha ..! Dude did you tell them you're in SA? We're not supposed to get "coffins" here?
how did the conversation go, are you shipping it back to Europe? What about MI Digital?
how did the conversation go, are you shipping it back to Europe? What about MI Digital?
BinaryJack
Spam
Well after a protracted conversation with M$oft (why is their VOIP so bad?) they're sending a box for me to ship the console off to them. I'd be pretty pissed if I was an avid gamer - ETA for device being returned . . . 3-5 weeks.
HUH?
Why is it being shipped off to them?
rwenzori
Honorary Master
Well after a protracted conversation with M$oft (why is their VOIP so bad?) they're sending a box for me to ship the console off to them. I'd be pretty pissed if I was an avid gamer - ETA for device being returned . . . 3-5 weeks.
Might I suggest that that time frame sounds a tad optimistic. I hope I am wrong.
I followed the instructions here - http://mybroadband.co.za/vb/showpost.php?p=2106918&postcount=14
They say its because it is out of warranty.
Luckily my neighbour is even less of a gamer than I am so he quite happily lent me his console.
doobiwan
Executive Member
Hmm, perhaps MS SA have changed their process? For the better I guess, but we'll just have to wait and see.
Yeah - well I cant say I'm too impressed at this stage.
maestro_za
Expert Member
Despite my presence on this forum, I give more advice than get business. However, word of mouth is a powerful tool
I don't force my services on anyone. If people wish to go through MI Digital or Microsoft to get a replacement unit ... so be it.
Glad to hear that mate... would be disturbing otherwise
I have used Maestro's services before and recommend sending your xbox to him, I have not had a days problem with mine and it was pretty screwed when it got to him.
Is he free? It may be out of warranty but they're still covering the repair.
maestro_za
Expert Member
I wouldn't make a living if my services were free. My prices are reasonable though!
My standard repair that also fixes RROD, is R300 excluding shipping. Compare that to the price of a new Xbox 360 @ retail or MI Digital's handling fee ... it holds up quite well
Microsoft will give you a replacement unit from Europe (UK). If it's new or refurbished only you will know when it arrives. Have a look at the MFR date on the back of the console when it arrives in a few weeks.
maestro_za
Expert Member
Glad to hear that mate... would be disturbing otherwise
I have used Maestro's services before and recommend sending your xbox to him, I have not had a days problem with mine and it was pretty screwed when it got to him.
LOL
Thanks dude
Just be careful of the dust ... my medical bill is in the post
LOL
Thanks dude
Just be careful of the dust ... my medical bill is in the post
Haha dont worry man I have moved the xbox to a non-quarry area haha
And my medical aid is busy looking over your bill..... they say you screwed already so there is no point in paying
I'm sure your prices are considered to be fair - I hope not to have insinuated otherwise but as Microsoft is apparently honouring their commitment I might as well take advantage of it - free is always better than a low price + shippingI wouldn't make a living if my services were free. My prices are reasonable though!
My standard repair that also fixes RROD, is R300 excluding shipping. Compare that to the price of a new Xbox 360 @ retail or MI Digital's handling fee ... it holds up quite well
Microsoft will give you a replacement unit from Europe (UK). If it's new or refurbished only you will know when it arrives. Have a look at the MFR date on the back of the console when it arrives in a few weeks.
While I hope never to use your services (one rrod is enough for me thanks) I'll keep you in mind should the need arise.
I think someone need update the FAQ though if SOP is now not to swop out the bricked 360 then and there.
gregmcc
Honorary Master
My standard repair that also fixes RROD, is R300 excluding shipping. Compare that to the price of a new Xbox 360 @ retail or MI Digital's handling fee ... it holds up quite well
Thats pretty decent. I used to fix a lot of PS2's and the replacement parts aren't exactly cheap. It also takes some to take the suckers apart, repair and put back together again.
maestro_za
Expert Member
I did the PS2 in the past as a part-time thing, was quite a handful actually. The prices have come down though.
The most expensive part for the Xbox 360 is the DVD-ROM unit's. So I will be looking for a decent supplier to stock up soon