Xbox Repair Myths   

There are many supposed tricks on the internet to fix your Xbox 360 quickly. I urge you to avoid these methods as they will lead to even more damage. I have outlined the 2 most common misconceptions found on the internet below: 

Towel Trick Method  

Known as the Towel Trick Method or the Bake your Xbox method this involves wrapping a towel around your Xbox 360. The theory is that your Xbox 360 will get so hot that it will melt and join some of the cracked solder joints in your Xbox 360. This is a very risky technique and I have heard of this baking internal chips and causing even greater damage.  

Your Xbox 360 requires air to cool it down. By placing a towel around it you are stopping the airflow and causing even greater heat to get into your console. By doing this you are not only risking your internal chips, you are risking permanent damage.  

Not only are you risking permanent damage to your Xbox above all else you are risking starting a fire. Try explaining that to your insurance agent! 

Freeze your Xbox  

A common remedy some people prescribe is putting your console in the freezer or out in the cold weather in order to cool it down quicker. While cooling down is a great idea placing your Xbox 360 in the freezer or outside is not such a good one. The internal electronics in your Xbox 360 are designed to operate at room temperate. Exposing your Xbox 360 to extreme cold will only cause further damage to your console. 

If you are looking for a cheap and safe way of fixing your Xbox 360 I recommend that you do not use the towel trick method or place your Xbox 360 in a freezer but rather purchase the below guide: 

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