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Firmware Upgrade (360 mod):
 
  • Play backup games from DVD+R DL discs (recommended to only use Verbatim or TDK DVD+R DL branded discs for best compatibility).
  • DVD firmware is upgraded to latest iXtreme LT+ 3.0/2.0 cfw.
  • Compatible with all 360 systems including new slim 360s models (with manufacturing dates up until June 2011).
  • XGD3 and AP25 games are safe over Live using LT+3.0 only(burned with LiteOn iHAS dvd-burners, now available through me).

 Compatible with these DVD drive models:

    • Toshiba-Samsung (TS-H943; ms25, ms28) LT+2.01
    • Hitachi-LG (GDR-3120L; 46, 47, 59, 78, 79) LT+2.0; 3.0 soon (78/79 only)
    • BenQ (VAD-6038; 62430, 64930) LT+3.0
    • LiteOn (DG-16D2S; 74850, 83850, 93450) LT+3.0
    • Slim LiteOn (DG-16D4S; 9504, 0225, 0401, 1071) LT+2.0; 3.0 soon
Not yet compatible:

  • Slim LiteOn (DG-16D5S; 1175) in systems made July 2011 or newer

 

NEWS:

-(Jan 2, 2012) New version of ABGX360 (1.0.6) now released to properly patch XGD3/AP25 games. It's recommended to only burn XGD3 games with a LiteOn iHAS burner using Verbatim DVD+R DL discs (with verification enabled). XGD2 games can still be burned with other brand drives/media. Happy New Year!

 

-(Dec 24, 2011) LT+3.0 just released for the BenQ and LiteOn drives (non-slim). Slim LiteOn due out early January. AP25 copy protection finally defeated, and safe for Live!!! Happy Holidays!

   

Backup solutions:

 

  • LiteOn iHAS324B drives now available for sale, preflashed with iXtreme Burner Max firmware. This drive is required to burn XGD3 games to conform to the LT+3.0 standard (and safe to use on Live). Use of Verbatim brand discs required.
    Cost: $65

 

 

Hard Drive upgrades:

 

  • Upgrade the hard drive with size of your choice. Can be: 20GB/60GB/120GB/250GB or 320GB
  •  
    Works with all 360 models including new slim 360's

 

 

RGH Reset Glitch Hack (JTAG/NAND):  *new*

Xecuter CoolRunner

New type of mod that allows you to safely run homebrew software on your Xbox 360. Works with both slim and fat consoles (those with HDMI only) running any dashboard version.

  • Customize the dashboard with themes (using FreeStyleDash).
  • Replace the hard drive with virtually any capacity drive (both internal sata or external USB drives), bypassing the proprietary size/brand HDD limits.
  • Install full games to the hard drive without requiring the DVD to play.
  • Unlock all XBLA games and DLC for free, and p
    lay emulators of old game systems.

 

 

 

Also selling complete pre-modded systems (refurbished, or new slim models). Ask for more details.
 


 

360 Repairs:

E64, E65, E66 error: DVD failure (see below)

E67, E68, E69 error: Hard drive failure

E73, E74 error: GPU failure (see below)

E71, E78, E79 error: General dashboard update failure

E80 error: NXE Dashboard update failure (caused by missing or damaged R6T3 resistor)

 

GPU Defect Repair:

1, 2 or 3 Flashing Red Lights/RROD, Freezing/Graphical Glitches, E74/E73 Error, No Video Output/Black Screen:

  • Caused by a manufacturing defect with GPU (graphics chip) & solder.
  • Heatsink and x-clamp are removed, GPU solder is reflowed (using a professional rework station), then heatsink is reinstalled securely to the mainboard (with new thermal compound & nylon washers/metal screws)
  • Repair is always guaranteed, and adjustments are always free
  • Comes with a complementary cleaning of the entire system

*Also offered with the Firmware Upgrade at a reduced price*

 

DVD Repairs:

Disc Read Errors, Grinding Noises, "Unplayable Disc" messages:
DVD drive can be replaced with a new one (price varies depending on drive model). Related to either the laser or spindle motor.

 

E64-E66 Error, with 1 Flashing Red Light:
Caused by a faulty firmware flash or defective drive board.

 

DVD Tray is Stuck, Does Not Eject Properly, or Stays Open:
Usually only happens with old Toshiba drives, caused by a worn out eject motor hub/elastic band.