The “Three Red Lights Error” is the latest buzzword among Xbox 360 gamers. This is also known as the “Red Rings of Death” or RRoD. All these names are nothing more than a type of error that is worrying the console. This error occurs in the middle of the game and ruins the game by restarting the console device. The console works similar to a PC, but it is specially designed to play multimedia games. Its settings are too high than a normal PC and it has a very high operating frequency to support graphics.

RRoD

RRoD occurs when the console runs for many hours. Although video game consoles are always designed to withstand long hours of gaming, this particular console has not met the criteria. Due to continuous playback, the console overheats and the electronic components are affected by the heat developed. Experts say that the components heat up not only from the hot air but also from the excess current flow in the motherboard due to the intercooler fan. In addition to this, the ventilation system of the console is not good as external air cannot flow inside due to inadequate ventilation holes.

SOLUTION

Various methods have been proposed to avoid red light errors. It was found that the best way to fix it is by removing the X-clamps on the motherboard to allow a sufficient amount of air to flow into the console. Thus, the console is cooled both at the top by the heat sinks and at the bottom by the outside air. This method of resolution was highly appreciated by the owners, since it is simple and does not involve complicated repairs.

REPAIR METHODS

You can deliver the console to the Microsoft service center for repair, but you must wait four to twelve weeks to get the console back from the service center. Also, you cannot repair modded consoles at Microsoft service centers.

Therefore, many suggested that repairing the console on their own is the best way, since it is simple, inexpensive and saves time. You can repair your console in just one hour and you don’t need to be an expert to repair your console as normal household tools like screwdrivers are more than enough. This is also the best way to repair modded consoles.