Xbox 360 user files suit, claims defective console

Macworld ^ | 12/05/2005 | Elizabeth Montalbano

[LanPB01]

The top and sides of my machine are relatively cool, but the discs feel like they're about to melt when I take them out. The back of the 360 is pretty warm, too.

[RadioAstronomer]

My power supply is sitting on the ground, however, I made sure it was not on carpet. No problems with mine.

[Junior_G]

So what exactly are the "damages" to this poor soul? Microsoft replaces any defective consoles. I'm no huge fan of Microsoft; but I hate litigious slimeballs like this guy.

[Katya]

I have to purchase one this christmas....know any place who has them? I've seen full bundles for as much as $999 online....and that's not even in the realm of possibility.

[Rutles4Ever]

Wow - haven't had any problems like that yet. There are two fans. Are they both going?

[RadioAstronomer]

You have freepmail

[ArcadeQuarters]

There's a rather creative workaround: Lift it with a string.

[LanPB01]

I don't know. I read on XBoxAddict some people had noticed the vent holes on their machines hadn't been popped out, so I checked that. I guess I should probably try to place it in a more ventilated area.

[irons_player]

>>Microsoft designed a power supply and a CPU into the Xbox 360 that run too hot and overheat<<

That's what happens when you buy hardware from a company whose core and only business is software.

[LanPB01]

I THINK both fans are going, because the noise goes down considerably when I take the disc out, but that may just be a fan slowing down.

[frankenMonkey]

Ours hung up completely. Got worse with each heat/cool cycle until it locked-up permanently. We tried all of the cooling suggestions. Called MS, they already have in place a 3-day repair turnaround process. Seems like they may have been expecting problems.

[Sofa King]

Video game ping!

If you want on or off this list, Freepmail me

[Sofa King]

Consoles always have problems at launch, so they probably were. That's on reason why I never buy at launch.

[IranIsNext]

"Maybe Mr. Byers should take his 360 out from under the sofa cushions, and clean off the matted dog hair and crushed Fritos that are blocking the vent openings. Just a thought."

And perhaps he shouldn't put it right next to the blazing hot radiator (it is Chicago) either.

[IranIsNext]

Breaking News: XBOX 360 sales are heating up!

He's on fire! (NBA Jam Voice)

[Extremely Extreme Extremist]

LOL - What was it that Bill Gates once said?

"Nobody needs more than 640K memory!"

[Sister_T]

I guess I'm what marketers call a laggard when it comes to game consoles. I wait about two or three years before I buy these systems. Less problems, more games.

[CollegeRepublican]

Does your 360 still work?

My launch 360 just failed the other day. I am getting a blue screen of death and sometimes a checkerboard pattern over a frozen screenshot. It was in a well-ventilated area and never felt hot.

[RadioAstronomer]

I am sorry to hear yours died. Can it be fixed?

Mine is still working with no issues.

[CollegeRepublican]

Thanks. It is on it's way to Microsoft.