!: Help! My Xbox 360 Does Not Work - What Can I Do?

It's a common problem worldwide- gamers switch on their consoles only to find that their Xbox 360 does not work. There may be ominous signs that accompany this problem, usually in the form of blinking red lights. However, there are other problems as well that lead to your Xbox 360 stopping working. Today you are going to learn about these problems, what causes them and whether you can actually fix it and get gaming again.

When your Xbox 360 doesn't work, it means that it has been affected by either of the following three major problems-

1. A faulty graphics processor unit (GPU) This is usually the most common error, and is typified by the well known blinking red lights that appear in the power ring of your Xbox 360.

2. The second error is still quite common. It is a faulty HD-DVD drive and means that your game discs cannot be read correctly.

3. The final error is a hard drive error. This can be one of the most damaging as your save game files can be lost, as well as any other data you had stored on your hard drive.

The cause of all these problems is the same in every single case- overheating causes malfunctions or damage to the components inside the case. Why does this occur? Because there is a lack of cooling devices inside your Xbox 360. There simply aren't enough ventilation slots, heat sinks and fans to cool your Xbox 360 effectively when it is under maximum stress load.

The only good news is that it is possible to fix your Xbox 360 yourself. In order to do this you will need to use an Xbox 360 repair guide. This is a collection of videos that will show you how to carry out the repair method correctly and safely, including doing things such as disassembling the case, safely handling the components inside and testing once you have carried out the repairs.