Microsoft just bricked my 360

[ctark]

Just downloaded an update on xbox live, never had a problem before and now it doesnt work at all. At first I got 3 red lights and then I tried microsofts solution of unplugging out of my power strip and into the wall. It turned on but now it makes a loud noise of the speaker and then i get artifacts and it freezes. I cant wait for Microsoft to tell me that since i bought mine at launch that its out of warranty. But they are responsible cause it broke right after the update.

 

[waggy]

bummer.

 

[maximus maximus]

:evil: sue microsoft.

 

[newnameman]

:roll:

 

[Queasy]

MS extended the warranty for one year for all 360s made before the end of 2005.

 

[ctark]

I sure hope so cause if i get the usual "this will cost 140 dollars to fix" the operator on the other line is gonna get an earful. I just got my ps3, no games for it yet.

 

[RagingBITCH]

Originally posted by: ctark
I sure hope so cause if i get the usual "this will cost 140 dollars to fix" the operator on the other line is gonna get an earful. I just got my ps3, no games for it yet.

They just said they'll repair any 360's from launch for free. Calm down.

 

[ctark]

Where did they say that? I've been thinking maybe they are doing this because the first versions of the console are hackable, could they be bricking them on purpose?

 

[slpaulson]

Originally posted by: ctark
Where did they say that? I've been thinking maybe they are doing this because the first versions of the console are hackable, could they be bricking them on purpose?

Is yours modded?

 

[RagingBITCH]

Originally posted by: ctark
Where did they say that? I've been thinking maybe they are doing this because the first versions of the console are hackable, could they be bricking them on purpose?

It's pretty common knowledge. And stop making up random, BS theories about them purposely trying to screw you. Jesus christ...just chill out. Go have a beer.

 

[ctark]

Nope, completely stock. Was trying to play NCAA 2007 on xbox live, downloaded update and then it killed it. I didnt have any problems with the November 1st update that killed some of the consoles.

 

[Queasy]

Originally posted by: ctark
Where did they say that? I've been thinking maybe they are doing this because the first versions of the console are hackable, could they be bricking them on purpose?

Google is your friend

Microsoft issued a statement today acknowledging that its early run of Xbox 360s made in 2005 were buggy and that it would rescind any repair fee on boxes that need service as long as they were manufactured before Jan. 1, 2006. The statement is in response to a raft of complaints from gamers such as Chris Szarek, whose story we told on this blog about how he went through four consoles in the repair process. Szarek said today that this validates concerns that he and others had about the quality of the launch consoles. Those who paid repair fees already will get refunds.

Here's Microsoft's statement:

As part of our standard and ongoing process of analyzing repair data, we recently noticed a higher than usual number of units coming in for repair. Upon further investigation, it was further discovered that the bulk of the units were isolated to a group that was part of the initial manufacturing run of the console. Returns for repair are coming in for a variety reasons and it's a higher rate than we are satisfied with. We've made the decision to comp repairs for consoles manufactured before January 1, 2006, and provide refunds to the small group of customers who have already paid for repairs.

 

[bucwylde23]

You should just go ahead and call MS so you can come back and tell us they are fixing it for free

 

[ctark]

Well I just emailed them, if that doesnt work I will call. I'm still pissed cause I'll have to pay shipping.

 

[bucwylde23]

Originally posted by: ctark
Well I just emailed them, if that doesnt work I will call. I'm still pissed cause I'll have to pay shipping.

Calling them is MUCH faster.

 

[ctark]

Oh well I've read different. I've read about 2 hour phone calls, I'm not down with that. But I'll do what I have to do. Guess I'm glad I got a ps3 now, Got Tiger Woods and NBA2K7 for 88 bucks on buy.com

 

[CVSiN]

Originally posted by: ctark
Well I just emailed them, if that doesnt work I will call. I'm still pissed cause I'll have to pay shipping.

youre a freaking idiot...
call them.. you dont pay for anything.. they send a coffin with prepaid shipping.... moron

 

[thomsbrain]

Originally posted by: RagingBITCH

Originally posted by: ctark
Where did they say that? I've been thinking maybe they are doing this because the first versions of the console are hackable, could they be bricking them on purpose?

It's pretty common knowledge. And stop making up random, BS theories about them purposely trying to screw you. Jesus christ...just chill out. Go have a beer.

he might have to raid his parent's fridge to get one.

 

[bucwylde23]

Originally posted by: CVSiN

Originally posted by: ctark
Well I just emailed them, if that doesnt work I will call. I'm still pissed cause I'll have to pay shipping.

youre a freaking idiot...
call them.. you dont pay for anything.. they send a coffin with prepaid shipping.... moron

haha, straight to the point. good stuff :thumbsup:

 

[NuAlphaMan]

Sucks to be you! You should have gotten your game from EB Games and with a warranty! That way, if n e thing goes wrong, you could just take it back and get another one.

 

[JackBurton]

Originally posted by: CVSiN

Originally posted by: ctark
Well I just emailed them, if that doesnt work I will call. I'm still pissed cause I'll have to pay shipping.

youre a freaking idiot...
call them.. you dont pay for anything.. they send a coffin with prepaid shipping.... moron

Look man, quit beating around the bush and tell him what he needs to do.

 

[purbeast0]

LMAO ... email microsoft ...

 

[ctark]

That way I can contribute to the stupid warranty plans that everybody offers these days and they make millions off of. If you really wanna know why I'm pissed its because everybody makes piss poor products these days. I just had to RMA a DFI motherboard. My Crucial Ballistix memory, keeps dying after 5 RMA's, they know they have a problem but refuse to acknowledge it. It costs money and time to do these things and I have a right to get aggravated when something like this happens. Coming in a thread and calling me an idiot is just making yourself look bad. I'm not insulting anybody here, I have just as much right to be here as you do and I didnt violate any of the rules while posting.

 

[Queasy]

Originally posted by: ctark
Coming in a thread and calling me an idiot is just making yourself look bad. I'm not insulting anybody here, I have just as much right to be here as you do and I didnt violate any of the rules while posting.

Ctark, when you post a thread like this and you are told that your 360 is currently still under warranty and will be replaced for free and then you still go on to complain in an uninformed manner and then say you sent an email instead of calling....expect a backlash.

Just be glad you didn't say you were getting your 360 replaced through some other means and then proceed not to explain how.

 

[ctark]

I emailed because that was one of the options it gave me on their support page. I'll call if I have to and when I get the chance.