Havard Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Gutted..... Got a single red light and an E 74 code on the screen. 10 months old and fooked..... Anyone else had this?? I now have to scan and e-mail a copy of my purchase receipt to Microsoft as they reckon the warranty ran out last month! Bought it in May 08 though. H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra-lover Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 so even the new machine are playing up!!! They so need too sort it out. I went through 3 of em then decided to get a ps3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbm Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 so even the new machine are playing up!!! They so need too sort it out. I went through 3 of em then decided to get a ps3 I guess Mike will be along in a minute to remind you of the error of your ways I have neither as yet (a PS2 actually) and I keep hearing about people going through quite a few Xboxes. Fook that- even for a game of soldiers. PS3 surely? Anyway bad luck Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I guess Mike will be along in a minute to remind you of the error of your ways Weeell I would Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T2 MSW Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 All that effort with the back room, for little gain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lbm Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Weeell I would Right on cue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TopgunTT Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Any cheap games for sale . Lets hope you get it sorted if its still under guarantee like you said. I took out extra guarantee to cover me for 3 years, Sounds like i may need it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Massey Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 tell me again why XBOX is better than PS3? coz im just not seeing it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 tell me again why XBOX is better than PS3? coz im just not seeing it It's not. Here's a sweeping generalisation for you: XBOX = chav PS3 = everyone else. Interestingly, the PS3 game Kill Zone 2 is the biggest processor-loading game on sale today and uses significantly less than 50% of the PS3 total capacity. I've played the XBOX a lot and the PS3 is simply a different level in so many ways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I've played the XBOX a lot and the PS3 is simply a different level in so many ways. Including being an utter pig to code for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share Posted March 2, 2009 Tried it again and it's definitely FUBAR... If the console is stood vertically then the light in the bottom right hand side quadrant comes on and the code E 74 shows on the screen..!! Has anyone had the same light code? I know a lot of people have had the 3 lights but I have never heard of just one?? H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRalphMan Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 That's a shocker. It's not a box that get's hammered with use, I'd asusme with kiddies anyway. My son got one for Xmas, it had a week of one segment lighting up and now has gone back to normal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Including being an utter pig to code for? Funnily enough, I play on the Playstation, not code. Maybe you need a codestation? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRalphMan Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Or a pigstation.. Oh wait that's just my personal DVD selections.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colsoop Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Mine went recently with just one red light. I wrapped it in a towel and turned it back on to get the extra lights and the extended warranty . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony tt Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 My xbox elite gave 3 lights of death last week i sent it to cd247 in birmingham and its fixed free of charge arrives tomorrow and i bought it in 08 aswell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyT Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Unlucky Paul. Maybe another convert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share Posted March 2, 2009 Mine went recently with just one red light. I wrapped it in a towel and turned it back on to get the extra lights and the extended warranty . What is the difference between one and three lights? *Please no one post up "two lights"....:rolleyes: H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Funnily enough, I play on the Playstation, not code. Maybe you need a codestation? Somebody needs to code the games. That might explain why there is a dearth of 'killer apps' for the console. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Somebody needs to code the games. That might explain why there is a dearth of 'killer apps' for the console. I've been fairly impressed TBH... sure it's no Iphone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swampy442 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/941377 Done a bit of searching and the consencus is its overheating. Where is it located? Every thread that mentions 360 or PS3 degenerates into a battle about whats best The 360 is best for online gaming and has the best range of 'killer' games. The PS3 is the most powerful, reliable (so far) has blu ray and looks most like a Breville toaster. Im not biased as I own both. Those are the facts as I see 'em Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I've been fairly impressed TBH... sure it's no Iphone Oh dear. You must try harder although it will only be a matter of time before we can hardly remember ever using 'killer apps' or 'apps' in relation to anything other than the iphone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Oh dear. You must try harder although it will only be a matter of time before we can hardly remember ever using 'killer apps' or 'apps' in relation to anything other than the iphone. I promise to reform sir. I'll keep you updated as I explore the many errors of my ways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madwoody1 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 E74: AV cable error... There is a problem with the AV cable, try using a different AV cable. If the cable is known to be working then there is a 90% chance it's a scaler chip problem (the "ANA" or "HANA" chip connected directly to the AV cable) in rare cases it is the GPU. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madwoody1 Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 --==Console Reset Codes==-- Clear All Installed Game Updates and Console Cache Go to the "system" blade Select "memory" Press Y on the HD symbol Press X,X, Left Bumper, Right Bumper, X,X A message will appear saying: "Do you want to perform maintenance on your Xbox 360 storage devices?" Select Yes Clear Any Failed system updates that cause the console to error. With the console off, press and hold the sync up button (the small white one) While holding the sync button press the power button to turn on the console Continue to hold the sync button until the Console has booted up completely. During the boot process the console should clear any failed updates, allowing you to use it normally. http://www.llamma.com/xbox360/repair/Xbox-360-error-codes.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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