subject: Xbox 360 Can't Read Disc? Read On [print this page] Enjoyment has been had by all who have played on an Xbox 360. Fun is guaranteed, but so is the frustration of the problems that accompany the system. It is not uncommon for an Xbox 360 not reading a game disc. Have you just had a big problem occur? What are my options if my Xbox 360 can no longer read a disk, other than sending the console to Microsoft? What are my options if I want to try to fix this myself?
You cannot calculate the seriousness of your Xbox 360 console's problem simply by the fact it cannot read a disc. First determine the exact issue and identify its cause.
Many things can go wrong with your Xbox 360, but the most likely three are...
1)The Xbox 360 is unable to detect a disc in the DVD drive
2)Xbox 360 detection says the disc is "unreadable"
3)Tray to the DVD drive will no longer open or close
Every problem has its very own culprit. One cause could be a disc that has scratches on it. Resolving this issue will be a breeze. Do other discs work?
One possibility of an Xbox 360 not reading discs is that it has overheated. Overheating could be the cause of many other problems that are not minor. Replacing the disc drive might not be the final solution. Replacing parts is not the only solution to repairing the problem.
Successfully repair it by cooling it down. We offer you some tips to help correct an xbox 360 cannot read disc problem due to overheating.
First, switch off the system. The proceed to disconnect all cables from console. After a couple of hours, reconnect the cables and turn it on again. Is all well now?
Not working? Turn it back off. Remove DVD drive. The vents should not be blocked by anything. Keep the console in the open so that the airflow is continuous. Once the vents are open and clear, reinsert the DVD drive and do it again.
Fixed? Is you Xbox 360 still unable to read the disc? Do not worry. You are going to need a Xbox 360 fix manual for help. To dismantle the console and take out the various units, a professional guide is the ticket to do it safely.
If I had to choose a guide, which one would I turn to and use to fix my xbox 360? The ultimate repair guide is James Dean xbox 360 3 red light Fix.
