Is it true that the elite is "rrod proof"

I heard that Microsoft changed the motherboard in the elite so that it prevents various problems. Is this true? If it is, then i'll get an elite.

It's not entirely true. They can get it, it's just less lilkely.

No. Mine got rrod a couple of weeks ago.

Mine was a Sept 07 model and it got RRoD

No. Mine got rrod a couple of weeks ago.

laser-pointer

Hope it comes back soon.

I'm on my third Elite. The first one stopped reading discs, and the second one RROD'd.

this sucks -_-

I guess I just wont buy a xbox then... oh well

I'm on my third Elite. The first one stopped reading discs, and the second one RROD'd.

Palantas

this sucks -_-

I guess I just wont buy a xbox then... oh well

r-teest

my 2007 elit RRD once and now my disc drive doesnt read discs. im starting to get pissed at M$.

My August 07 model has had the E74, but nothing else.

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this sucks -_-

I guess I just wont buy a xbox then... oh well

DJ_Magneto

[QUOTE="DJ_Magneto"][QUOTE="r-teest"]

this sucks -_-

I guess I just wont buy a xbox then... oh well

r-teest

Yeah.. the newer consoles are far less likely to RROD, and its quick and free to have it repaired. RROD isn't really a deterrent imo for the amount of enjoyment you get out of it.cheames

i got my elite on the day it came out and less than a year later it got RROD and i take great care of it and maybe play 5-6 hours a week. so they def are not RROD proof.

this sucks -_-

I guess I just wont buy a xbox then... oh well

r-teest

While that's a good idea, it won't stop system failure. If it's electronic, it can break. But go with your insincts and buy that PS3. Buy it and love it!

[QUOTE="DJ_Magneto"][QUOTE="r-teest"] but still, this is just too much red ring, e73, e 74, the overheating issues...r-teest

Why???

Microsoft has been constantly updating components in all models of the 360 since it's inception. The 360 you buy today has dozens of revised or improved components compared to systems manufactured early on in the consoles life. The RRoD issue isn't really much of a concern anymore for new consoles.If you're buying used then you might want to look out for older consoles but these days Microsoft does (finally) have the 360 within industry accepted failure rates - so a new console won't everbe "RRoD Proof" but it willtechnicallyhave the same chance of breaking as your TV or your alarm clock. IMO new buyers have nothing to worry from RRoD, even if you should by chanceget it MS will fix it for free (usually within a week) for 3 years from date of purchase over and above its normal warranty.That's a better guarantee then most things out there you buy these days. If you want one without the worry, buy new, and enjoy.

No Xbox 360 console is "RROD Proof".

[QUOTE="r-teest"][QUOTE="DJ_Magneto"] The vocality of those who have had problems always drowns out the majority who enjoy their console every day. I know what it's like. I've experienced the RRoD myself. But I still play. Honestly sending it in is not that painful. Or if you do decide to buy, get it from Best Buy and get a replacement plan. Two years guaranteed replacement.Phoenix534

Why???

lol I didn't literally mean "rrod proof"

i was just referring to a low chance of getting it.

and i already own a ps3 btw...

lol I didn't literally mean "rrod proof"

i was just referring to a low chance of getting it.

and i already own a ps3 btw...

r-teest

Ohhhh. I didn't know that. Nevermind then.

this sucks -_-

I guess I just wont buy a xbox then... oh well

Microsoft has been constantly updating components in all models of the 360 since it's inception. The 360 you buy today has dozens of revised or improved components compared to systems manufactured early on in the consoles life. The RRoD issue isn't really much of a concern anymore for new consoles.If you're buying used then you might want to look out for older consoles but these days Microsoft does (finally) have the 360 within industry accepted failure rates - so a new console won't everbe "RRoD Proof" but it willtechnicallyhave the same chance of breaking as your TV or your alarm clock. IMO new buyers have nothing to worry from RRoD, even if you should by chanceget it MS will fix it for free (usually within a week) for 3 years from date of purchase over and above its normal warranty.That's a better guarantee then most things out there you buy these days. If you want one without the worry, buy new, and enjoy.

anmacd

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this sucks -_-

I guess I just wont buy a xbox then... oh well

DJ_Magneto

This is a bad statement because although every electronic can fail, the failure rate of the 360 is way above average and unfair to the consumer. There is no excuse for the horrible testing and business practices of Microsoft regarding the Xbox. Hence, the lawsuits.

my elite has been sent in 3 times once for RROD

no one can stick up for the 360 here, saying it breaks just as much as any piece of electronics. i still have a working mega drive, i'd like to see my 360 still working in 18 years time. this piece of hardware is GUARANTEED TO BREAK. and usually really fast. There's no excuse at all, its a terrible piece of hardware.

Don't get me wrong, I have one for the games and it is great otherwise but i won't stick up for the hardware, its that bad.

No it is not.

My Elite console got the RRoD quite some time ago.

my elite of aug 2007 RRODed last night. fml..

does anyone know if the replacement elites come with the Jasper motherboards?

Thanks...

im sure it could get the rrod but not as much

No its not RRoD full proof, but its less likely, but at the same time some people still have their launch system, like me. My launch system is still working fine but my elite did catch RRoD once.

Guys, when you do refurbishments, do they refurbish your elite with another elite? th3warr1or

rest assured it's NOT true. Mine just went dead a few minutes ago... :(

I heard that Microsoft changed the motherboard in the elite so that it prevents various problems. Is this true? If it is, then i'll get an elite.

r-teest

mine got e74 like 1 month or 2 ago, which was even worse before we got the extended warranty for the e74 error... So NO