Hi all,
First off, I've never owned an XBOX 360 or even an XBOX. Always been a PS3 guy. Brother-in-law had this 360 sitting for over a year because it got the RROD. So after doing some reading online. Finding out how to understand the error codes. Figuring out how to open up the xbox. I found that the solution (though it may not be permanent) is to remove the xclamps (from what I read, doesn't produce enough pressure between the heatsinks and the chips. So I came across this product. It was my own fault for not reading what I was getting thoroughly, but definitely look into getting the repair kit with the cleaning solutions. Luckily I had googone (which is safe for electronics) and rubbing alcohol. GooGone got the existing thermal paste off. Watched a buttload of youtube videos and techniques on how to apply the arctic silver 5 and the new bolts for the heat sinks. At first it didn't work. Probably because I didn't follow directions to the T. After you've removed the xclamps, after you've removed the existing thermal paste, after you've put the new bolts, washers, THEN nylon washers and gently tighten. DO NOT PLUG THE FAN IN when "baking" the sink to the chips. I did everything that was directed. Turned on the xbox with the fans on and still had the 3 rings and GOT REALLY UPSET. So out of frustrated I reapplied the paste, redid the bolts. Then remembered to turn on the xbox without the fan plugged in. Got the two flashing red lights which was a good sign after 5 minutes of letting the xbox run. Tightened the bolts a little more snug, plugged the fan in, and got a solid green light. Tested it out for an hour and it worked perfectly. We'll see how long it works. But thanks to this kit, I was able to get the xbox up and running again. :) The product is great. But I recommend getting the kit with the xbox opening tool and the cleaning solutions. Thank you!
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