What is the difference in the Xbox 360 Arcade console and the regular one?

Q. Im confused. I want the xbox 360 and only want to spend $150. I use xbox live or download thing. Is this good for me?

A. Xbox 360 Arcade - no HDD, costs less.(plain white disk tray)
Xbox 360 Pro - 60GB HDD (chrome-finish disk tray)
Xbox 360 Elite - 120GB HDD, quite costly (black console)
Hope this helps :)

What kind games can an xbox 360 play without a hard drive?

Q. I want to get an xbox 360 but I can't afford to get one with a hard drive. I want to play games like halo 3 and elder scrolls oblivion. Can an xbox 360 play those games without a hard drive?

A. Yep, you'll just have to save the games on your memory unit instead of the hard drive. Hard drives are not required for any Xbox 360 retail games.

What is the difference between xbox 360 arcade and pro?

Q. I need to know the difference between xbox 360 arcade console and pro console. I understand that the pro comes with a hard drive, but I've got that taken care of (old xbox got the ring of death and cannot be repaired). I was wondering if it's still possible to play games online with the arcade version, and still get things like netflix as well.

A. The xbox 360 pro bundle comes with...

20 GB Hard drive
Wireless controller
HD AV cable
Ethernet network cable
Wired XBOX Live headset
White faceplate
XBOX Live Silver service

Its $350.00 mostly because of the hard drive.

The xbox arcade comes with a 360, wired controller, the standard cables,

Microsoft Xbox 360 Arcade includes the following 5 free arcade games on an in package disc:
Feeding Frenzy
Luxor 2
Boom Boom Rocket
Pac-Man Championship Edition
Uno

Is it possible to use 2 Xbox 360 consoles through a router to log onto Xbox live?

Q. I have tried to connect 2 xbox 360 consoles through my router to get on Xbox live, but only one of them can get on. The other one has its DNS test fail on me even though the IP test passes. Can anyone help me figure out what is happening?

A. In terms of using a router, this is absolutely possible. Make SURE that you are using a router indeed though. Routers and switches physically can look almost identical but the underlying layers in the operations that each perform are much different. A router should be transparent to your ISP and if you have NAT (Network Address Translation) turned on, it should issue 192.168.x.x IP addresses to your Xbox 360. Now if you have NAT turned off, both Xbox 360s will attempt to go to your ISP and register an IP address over the one connection. This will deny one or the other of a connection unless your ISP has issued you more than one IP address which usually costs about 5 dollars extra a month. If you really have a router, double check to make sure NAT is turned - along with DHCP on and then setup your Xbox 360s to automatically obtain an IP address from your router. Usually the routers should be configured to do this out of the box like linksys or netgear. Also double check your cables to make sure that you have your internet connection from your modem to the router plugged into the WAN port and that the Xbox 360s are on one of the LAN or Local Area Network ports. I currently have 2 Xbox 360s, 2 PCs and a laptop connected to the internet simultaneously through my router with no problems. Just think of your router as a splitter. Make sure that on the Xbox 360 that you are failing at the DNS level that the setting for your DNS server are identical to that of the console that is able to connect. Good luck and I hope this helps!

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How do I make my Xbox 360 wireless using a wireless network and a router instead of the expensive Xbox adapter?

Q. I have an Xbox 360 and wireless internet in my building. I do have a Linksys braodband router to use to make my Xbox wireless instead of buying the expensive Xbox wireless adapter. Any help please. Thank you!!
But I do not want to use my laptop.

A. The 360 must go online using something plugged into either the Ethernet or USB port on the back. That being said we can begin to narrow down our options: 1 if you want to get the most bang for your buck, you should do whatever you can to wire it directly to your router, it'll definitely give you the best performance. There are other devices that can receive a wireless signal much like the official Xbox360 wireless adapter does. Unfortunately, most of them are just as expensive as the official adapter is, and there's no guarantee that they;ll work. Your only other option then is something that does not technically use wireless, but doesn't require a direct line from the router...this is where it gets pretty specific. And this is pretty much your only other option. These things are called PoE adapters (Power over Ethernet) these things actually work pretty well. They come in two parts, the first part you plug from you router to any standard wall outlet. Then the device uses your buildings wiring to transfer the connection to the second device that is plugged in between your Xbox and another wall outlet. It works just like a wired connection, but without having to run new wiring. The problem here again: Cost. These run anywhere from $30-$100 depending on where you get them.
So sorry, but these are your only alternatives to just buying the wireless adapter (as far as I know). To review, your 3 options are: Wired (through a standard Ethernet cable, which will run you between $10 and $30 depending on length), wireless (which is less reliable and more pricey, but saves a lot of trouble) or Poe (which is more reliable than wireless, but just as expensive, and most models take up a power outlet, and it requires that you have direct access to your wireless router). Good luck!

How to connect my Xbox 360 online with a wireless adapter?

Q. I have 2 xbox's. One is upstairs, connected thru the xbox wireless network adapter. The other is connected with an ethernet cable, but won't connect with a wireless network adapter. Is there a problem having two wireless connections to one router?

A. there should not be a problem with 2 xboxs connected through wireless network. it is most likely your password is wrong. so double check your pass words saved in you xbox. the only bad thing about connecting 2 xboxs is that i can sometimes take a lot of your connection speed and you might start to lag a little. if the problem still persists you should call the xbox help line, also get them to help you make a gateway for your xboxs in your modem so your connection speeds is higher.

How do you connect to xbox live if i dont have a wireless network?

Q. I have a XBOX 360 and i want to connect to xbox live but in my house there is no internet connection.

A. You need an internet connection to connect to XBLive. Call your time warner or comcast and they will bring you a modem. You can either plug a CAT5 cable from the back of your XBOX to the modem or buy and router and create a network. You would plug the router into the modem and the xbox in the router. You can have as many devices connected to the internet as there are plugs on your router.

If you want a wireless connection, make sure you have a wireless router. Go out and buy the wireless adapter for ur xbox for $100+ bucks. Plug it in the back of ur 360, and turn it on. Go to the dash board, network settings, edit settings. Highlight network, hit A. Choose your network and click connect. It will prompt u if you need a password. Good luck.

How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connect to Xbox live but my xbox 360 is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that $100 wireless thing?

A. It would be cheaper to bring your router to your basement and hook your xbox up, then get a wireless usb network adapter for your computer. The wireless adapters for computers are much cheaper than for the xbox.

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What is the difference between the classic (regular) xbox360 and the xbox 360 elite?

Q. My xbox 360, the regular type, had broken down a few weeks ago, and I am thinking about getting an xbox 360 elite. But I still don't know what is the difference between the regular own and the elite one. Do you know?

A. xbox 360 slim 4gb console
Product Feature :-
- Sleek New Design
- 4GB internal memory
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Whisper Quiet
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-4GB-Console/dp/B003O6JKLC/?tag=knapaaai-20
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xbox 360 elite
You can get xbox 360 elite and this one is the best xbox 360 elite.
xbox 360 console.
Product Features
- Hard Drive Capacity: 250GB Hard Drive Capacity
- Gaming System Compatibility: Xbox 360
- Bundle Includes: Splinter Cell: Conviction
- Includes: Ethernet Cable, A/V Adapter Cable, Headset, Wireless Controllers
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-250GB-Splinter-Conviction-Bundle/dp/B002I0HBC0/?tag=knapaaai-20

How do I connect my Xbox 360 to my wireless internet connection 10pts?

Q. I have a D-Link router and I just got a Xbox 360. I would like to connect my Xbox to my internet to my internet but it doesn't work. Do I need a adapter or a cable running from my Xbox?

All the settings are default and nothing has been tweaked.
Any helpful answers are appreciated
I don't know what an ethernet cable is.

A. They sell a Wireless Adaptor So your xbox 360 can pick up your internet wirelessly, or use an Ethernet Cable which if you still have your box for your 360 its the cable that looks like a phone line only wider..

What's the difference between the Xbox 360 models?

Q. I really want an Xbox 360. I've been looking at them in stores and online, but i don't understand the differences in the Xbox Pro, and the Elite. Is the Elite really worth the bigger price? Or should i stick to the Pro? Or should i just down grade to the Arcade. Will someone tell me the differences between the three, and which one you think is the best buy?
Alright i understand the differences, now tell me which one you think is the best buy.

A. core= the worst xbox 360 system stay well away from that one it has no hard drive and is likely to crash. this one is all white with chrome trim

arcade= is the same as the the core but with more arcade games. stay away from this one as well. likely to crash!

pro/premium=a better console. comes with a 20gig HD hard drive, compatible with xbox live, comes with some arcade games trials(you have to buy microsoft points to unlock full version)and some game demos. this one is all white with chrome trim. comes with 1 white, wireless controler and a headset, cables to conect to the tv, cables to plug into the outlet so you can play. price: $349.99. (recommended)

elite= this one comes with a 120gig HD hard drive. same thing as the pro/premium but i have heard its not very compatible with xbox live so if you are just a gamer and not wanting to go on xbox live and are wanting to buy and play alot of games than this is for you. this is all black with green trim. comes with 1 black wireless controller and a headset, cables to conect to the tv, cables to plug into to the outlet so you can play. price: $449.99


halo 3 limited edition(i have this one)= comes with 20gig HD hard drive, a code for special gamer pictures and wallpaper, is compatible with live, comes with like 18 arcade and game demos(you can purchase more with microsoft points) some videos(not movies just game previews). this one is Spartan green with gold trim and has halo 3 designs on the sides and faceplate.comes with a spartan green controller and headset,cables to conect to the tv, cables to plug into the outlet so you can play. price: $349.99. (recommened if you can find it still)


i would recommend the xbox 360 pro/premium and hte xbox 360 halo 3 special edition. they are very good systems. just make sure that you keep it in a location where there is good air flow, minimal dust, and dont play it for 8 hours or more straight. then you will just overheat it and have to send it in.

sorrry i know its long.

What is the difference between the different Xbox 360 models?

Q. My husband wants an Xbox 360 for Christmas, but I don't know anything about these game consoles. After a few weeks of looking, I realized that are different models of the Xbox. What is the difference between the different models and could you recommend one to me? I don't know if this makes a difference, but he likes to play the car racing games and the war games...if there is any particular model that would be better, graphics-wise, for these types of games please let me know.

Thanks for your help.

A. Well you are right, there are alot of different models

the original xbox
arcade xbox 360
the normal white 60GB xbox 360
and the xbox elite

the original xbox is very old so, its pretty much out of the picture

the arcade xbox, a few friends tell me its not worth it compared to the xbox 360. the arcade one you dont get as much in the bundle when you buy it and only has 20 GB

the xbox 360 has 60GB , comes with everything you need for xbox live, and one month free of live

the xbox elite is the same, in exception for it has i believe 260 GB, but really i doubt your husband would play that much.

Go to future shop, they usually have a great deal on the white xbox 360 for about 299.99 with 2 good games included in it. No one would be able to max out the 60 GB by themselves.

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How do you connect to xbox live if i dont have a wireless network?

Q. I have a XBOX 360 and i want to connect to xbox live but in my house there is no internet connection.

A. You need an internet connection to connect to XBLive. Call your time warner or comcast and they will bring you a modem. You can either plug a CAT5 cable from the back of your XBOX to the modem or buy and router and create a network. You would plug the router into the modem and the xbox in the router. You can have as many devices connected to the internet as there are plugs on your router.

If you want a wireless connection, make sure you have a wireless router. Go out and buy the wireless adapter for ur xbox for $100+ bucks. Plug it in the back of ur 360, and turn it on. Go to the dash board, network settings, edit settings. Highlight network, hit A. Choose your network and click connect. It will prompt u if you need a password. Good luck.

How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connect to Xbox live but my xbox 360 is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that $100 wireless thing?

A. It would be cheaper to bring your router to your basement and hook your xbox up, then get a wireless usb network adapter for your computer. The wireless adapters for computers are much cheaper than for the xbox.

What is the difference between an Xbox Pro and an Xbox Arcade?

Q. Our old Xbox broke and we want to buy the cheapest one but, we want to make sure there isn't a difference between the two.
Is it true that you can only play certain games?

A. Arcade:
has no hardrive(you cant play normal xbox 360 games like halo, only arcade games

you can buy the hardrive later for 100 bucks at gamestop, target, best buy, walmart, any electronics department

Pro:
has hardrive

and costs the same as the arcade because your going to end up getting the hardrive

Good Luck!!!

What is the difference between the xbox 360 wireless adapter and the xbox live wireless adapter?

Q. I have an xbox 360 , Can I use the xbox live wireless adapter that comes in a black box. Or do I have to shell out the extra money and get the little white one in the clear plastic packaging?

A. proablay going to have to buy the white one. i have any it works pretty good for me. the black one in the box is probably designed for the original xbox instead of the 360 and plus they have a spot for the little wireless adapter on the back of the 360 for it so its convient and not in the way

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How do I make my Xbox 360 wireless using a wireless network and a router instead of the expensive Xbox adapter?

Q. I have an Xbox 360 and wireless internet in my building. I do have a Linksys braodband router to use to make my Xbox wireless instead of buying the expensive Xbox wireless adapter. Any help please. Thank you!!
But I do not want to use my laptop.

A. The 360 must go online using something plugged into either the Ethernet or USB port on the back. That being said we can begin to narrow down our options: 1 if you want to get the most bang for your buck, you should do whatever you can to wire it directly to your router, it'll definitely give you the best performance. There are other devices that can receive a wireless signal much like the official Xbox360 wireless adapter does. Unfortunately, most of them are just as expensive as the official adapter is, and there's no guarantee that they;ll work. Your only other option then is something that does not technically use wireless, but doesn't require a direct line from the router...this is where it gets pretty specific. And this is pretty much your only other option. These things are called PoE adapters (Power over Ethernet) these things actually work pretty well. They come in two parts, the first part you plug from you router to any standard wall outlet. Then the device uses your buildings wiring to transfer the connection to the second device that is plugged in between your Xbox and another wall outlet. It works just like a wired connection, but without having to run new wiring. The problem here again: Cost. These run anywhere from $30-$100 depending on where you get them.
So sorry, but these are your only alternatives to just buying the wireless adapter (as far as I know). To review, your 3 options are: Wired (through a standard Ethernet cable, which will run you between $10 and $30 depending on length), wireless (which is less reliable and more pricey, but saves a lot of trouble) or Poe (which is more reliable than wireless, but just as expensive, and most models take up a power outlet, and it requires that you have direct access to your wireless router). Good luck!

How to connect my Xbox 360 online with a wireless adapter?

Q. I have 2 xbox's. One is upstairs, connected thru the xbox wireless network adapter. The other is connected with an ethernet cable, but won't connect with a wireless network adapter. Is there a problem having two wireless connections to one router?

A. there should not be a problem with 2 xboxs connected through wireless network. it is most likely your password is wrong. so double check your pass words saved in you xbox. the only bad thing about connecting 2 xboxs is that i can sometimes take a lot of your connection speed and you might start to lag a little. if the problem still persists you should call the xbox help line, also get them to help you make a gateway for your xboxs in your modem so your connection speeds is higher.

How do you connect to xbox live if i dont have a wireless network?

Q. I have a XBOX 360 and i want to connect to xbox live but in my house there is no internet connection.

A. You need an internet connection to connect to XBLive. Call your time warner or comcast and they will bring you a modem. You can either plug a CAT5 cable from the back of your XBOX to the modem or buy and router and create a network. You would plug the router into the modem and the xbox in the router. You can have as many devices connected to the internet as there are plugs on your router.

If you want a wireless connection, make sure you have a wireless router. Go out and buy the wireless adapter for ur xbox for $100+ bucks. Plug it in the back of ur 360, and turn it on. Go to the dash board, network settings, edit settings. Highlight network, hit A. Choose your network and click connect. It will prompt u if you need a password. Good luck.

How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connect to Xbox live but my xbox 360 is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that $100 wireless thing?

A. It would be cheaper to bring your router to your basement and hook your xbox up, then get a wireless usb network adapter for your computer. The wireless adapters for computers are much cheaper than for the xbox.

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How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connect to Xbox live but my xbox 360 is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that $100 wireless thing?

A. It would be cheaper to bring your router to your basement and hook your xbox up, then get a wireless usb network adapter for your computer. The wireless adapters for computers are much cheaper than for the xbox.

What is the difference between an Xbox Pro and an Xbox Arcade?

Q. Our old Xbox broke and we want to buy the cheapest one but, we want to make sure there isn't a difference between the two.
Is it true that you can only play certain games?

A. Arcade:
has no hardrive(you cant play normal xbox 360 games like halo, only arcade games

you can buy the hardrive later for 100 bucks at gamestop, target, best buy, walmart, any electronics department

Pro:
has hardrive

and costs the same as the arcade because your going to end up getting the hardrive

Good Luck!!!

What is the difference between the xbox 360 wireless adapter and the xbox live wireless adapter?

Q. I have an xbox 360 , Can I use the xbox live wireless adapter that comes in a black box. Or do I have to shell out the extra money and get the little white one in the clear plastic packaging?

A. proablay going to have to buy the white one. i have any it works pretty good for me. the black one in the box is probably designed for the original xbox instead of the 360 and plus they have a spot for the little wireless adapter on the back of the 360 for it so its convient and not in the way

How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connext to Xbox live but my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that 100$ wireless thing?

A. Buy a long etheret cord and connect it your modem or whatever.

My modem is downstairs(with a crap pc) and my xbox 360 and pc are upstairs so i just run a cable along the wall. It never gets in the way and etheret cords are CHEAP.

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Can anyone tell me the difference between the xbox 360 pro console and the xbox 360 elite console?

Q. I already know that the xbox 360 elite is black and that it comes with an HDMI cable. I wanna know if these is a difference in preformance between the pro and the elite.

A. There's no difference in performance between the Xbox 360 Premium/Pro and the Elite console.

The 360 Premium/Pro includes a detachable 60 GB Hard Disk Drive (HDD) to store downloaded content, provide compatibility with original Xbox games, and store game data. The Xbox 360 Elite is the most expensive variation of the console. It includes a 120 GB Hard Disk Drive and a matte black finish. Additionally, the colour of the controller and headset is different.

Good luck.

What would be the best xbox 360 magazine to subscribe to?

Q. I want to subscribe to an xbox 360 magazine, however I don't know which would be the one which provides best value for money. Any ideas and preferences?

A. I think the best game magazine is Game Informer. Even though it is not exclusive to Xbox 360, it gives great coverage on all gaming and, primarily, the 360 and PS3. They also inject a lot of humor into their articles. I often value their game ratings more than any other.

What is the difference between the classic (regular) xbox360 and the xbox 360 elite?

Q. My xbox 360, the regular type, had broken down a few weeks ago, and I am thinking about getting an xbox 360 elite. But I still don't know what is the difference between the regular own and the elite one. Do you know?

A. xbox 360 slim 4gb console
Product Feature :-
- Sleek New Design
- 4GB internal memory
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Whisper Quiet
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-4GB-Console/dp/B003O6JKLC/?tag=knapaaai-20
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5574865779&toolid=10001&campid=5336440665&customid=knapaaai&mpre=http%3a%2f%2fshop.ebay.com%2fi.html%3f_nkw%3dxbox%2b360%2bslim%2b4gb%2bconsole%2b%26_sacat%3d0%26_dmpt%3dVideo_Games_Games%26_odkw%3dfallout%2b3%2bps3%26_osacat%3d0%26_trksid%3dp3286.c0.m270.l1313

xbox 360 elite
You can get xbox 360 elite and this one is the best xbox 360 elite.
xbox 360 console.
Product Features
- Hard Drive Capacity: 250GB Hard Drive Capacity
- Gaming System Compatibility: Xbox 360
- Bundle Includes: Splinter Cell: Conviction
- Includes: Ethernet Cable, A/V Adapter Cable, Headset, Wireless Controllers
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-250GB-Splinter-Conviction-Bundle/dp/B002I0HBC0/?tag=knapaaai-20

How do I connect my Xbox 360 to my wireless internet connection 10pts?

Q. I have a D-Link router and I just got a Xbox 360. I would like to connect my Xbox to my internet to my internet but it doesn't work. Do I need a adapter or a cable running from my Xbox?

All the settings are default and nothing has been tweaked.
Any helpful answers are appreciated
I don't know what an ethernet cable is.

A. They sell a Wireless Adaptor So your xbox 360 can pick up your internet wirelessly, or use an Ethernet Cable which if you still have your box for your 360 its the cable that looks like a phone line only wider..

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How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connect to Xbox live but my xbox 360 is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that $100 wireless thing?

A. It would be cheaper to bring your router to your basement and hook your xbox up, then get a wireless usb network adapter for your computer. The wireless adapters for computers are much cheaper than for the xbox.

What is the difference between an Xbox Pro and an Xbox Arcade?

Q. Our old Xbox broke and we want to buy the cheapest one but, we want to make sure there isn't a difference between the two.
Is it true that you can only play certain games?

A. Arcade:
has no hardrive(you cant play normal xbox 360 games like halo, only arcade games

you can buy the hardrive later for 100 bucks at gamestop, target, best buy, walmart, any electronics department

Pro:
has hardrive

and costs the same as the arcade because your going to end up getting the hardrive

Good Luck!!!

What is the difference between the xbox 360 wireless adapter and the xbox live wireless adapter?

Q. I have an xbox 360 , Can I use the xbox live wireless adapter that comes in a black box. Or do I have to shell out the extra money and get the little white one in the clear plastic packaging?

A. proablay going to have to buy the white one. i have any it works pretty good for me. the black one in the box is probably designed for the original xbox instead of the 360 and plus they have a spot for the little wireless adapter on the back of the 360 for it so its convient and not in the way

How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connext to Xbox live but my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that 100$ wireless thing?

A. Buy a long etheret cord and connect it your modem or whatever.

My modem is downstairs(with a crap pc) and my xbox 360 and pc are upstairs so i just run a cable along the wall. It never gets in the way and etheret cords are CHEAP.

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How can i get my xbox 360 to be able to play halo 3 on xbox live?

Q. I have xbox live. But every time i try to play on xbox live it says there is no one one anything. I even tried to play live on other games, but it showed no one on. How can i fix that problem?
When i select a mode and stuff it says Matchmaking can only be played on Xbox Live. Go to Network and select Xbox Live to play.

I cant find the Network thing. Where is it located?

A. Make sure you have xbox live gold membership. With the silver your only able to chat and talk with people online

What is the difference between xbox live and playstation network?

Q. Besides xbox live isn't free, one is for the playstation, and one is way better.

A. Xbox Live has been updated to include a shop. In the Microsoft shop you can download arcade games, download demos for games, rent movies, download new content for games and wallpapers for your menu. The Sony Playstation 3 now has it's own shop, the Playstation Store. In this store you can download old and new games, download new content for the games, and put your old Playstation games onto your system directly through the store.

Xbox Live allows you to play and communicate with friends from around the world. In games you can play with up to 18 people. The PS3 took this to a new level. On the Playstation Network you can still communicate with friends, however, you can play with up to 40 people in one game. This will allow for more realistic and more chaotic games.

In the new Playstation Network you are able to surf the web. This feature turns the Sony Playstation 3 into a computer. You can surf with up to six Internet tabs open at once. This is a feature that is not available on Microsoft's Xbox Live, and Microsoft has shown no interest in adding it.

Some may find the fact that Microsoft is charging you $50 a year to use their Xbox Live is outrageous. This has been solved by Sony. The Playstation Network is free to whoever owns a PS3. All you have to do is connect to the Internet and you are playing live against people from around the world. The only cost is you have to pay for the Internet bill, which you are already doing.

Sony is trying to get it's Internet to a level where it can finally compete with Microsoft's Xbox Live. This is a hard level to reach since Xbox has dominated the live gaming level for years. Sony is starting to become up to the level and in the next couple of years we could see both systems tied at the same level.

How do i play classic xbox games on my 360 without getting an update from xbox live?

Q. Can i play classic xbox games on an arcade? (I have a hard drive and theres still a lot of memory in it)
I've tried using a usb device and ive updated my xbox but i still can't play classic xbox games.

A. You have to download an emulator for each original xbox game you want to play (assuming one is available at all). If you don't download it from xbox live, there are a few other ways. They are described in this link.
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/systemuse/xbox360/console/systemupdates.htm

Arcades can play original xbox games, but you have to have a storage device to save the emulator on.

How do I make my Xbox 360 wireless using a wireless network and a router instead of the expensive Xbox adapter?

Q. I have an Xbox 360 and wireless internet in my building. I do have a Linksys braodband router to use to make my Xbox wireless instead of buying the expensive Xbox wireless adapter. Any help please. Thank you!!
But I do not want to use my laptop.

A. The 360 must go online using something plugged into either the Ethernet or USB port on the back. That being said we can begin to narrow down our options: 1 if you want to get the most bang for your buck, you should do whatever you can to wire it directly to your router, it'll definitely give you the best performance. There are other devices that can receive a wireless signal much like the official Xbox360 wireless adapter does. Unfortunately, most of them are just as expensive as the official adapter is, and there's no guarantee that they;ll work. Your only other option then is something that does not technically use wireless, but doesn't require a direct line from the router...this is where it gets pretty specific. And this is pretty much your only other option. These things are called PoE adapters (Power over Ethernet) these things actually work pretty well. They come in two parts, the first part you plug from you router to any standard wall outlet. Then the device uses your buildings wiring to transfer the connection to the second device that is plugged in between your Xbox and another wall outlet. It works just like a wired connection, but without having to run new wiring. The problem here again: Cost. These run anywhere from $30-$100 depending on where you get them.
So sorry, but these are your only alternatives to just buying the wireless adapter (as far as I know). To review, your 3 options are: Wired (through a standard Ethernet cable, which will run you between $10 and $30 depending on length), wireless (which is less reliable and more pricey, but saves a lot of trouble) or Poe (which is more reliable than wireless, but just as expensive, and most models take up a power outlet, and it requires that you have direct access to your wireless router). Good luck!

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What is the different between the Xbox 360 and the Xbox 360 arcade?

Q. What is the different between the Xbox 360 and the Xbox 360 arcade? Is there different features or what?
There is Xbox 360 Pro? Is that good? And is refurbished good?

A. 1) Xbox 360 is a new generation console that differs from the old black cube-like 'xbox'.

2) Xbox has had many SKUs or Stock-Keeping-Unit.. which has basically different Xboxs with variations in their hardware... It's generally results from the arrival of the chipsets that is built in. Newer chipsets get smaller and run cooler. It can also done to create an different packages according to affordable prices. Example, when you go to the store you can choose a package according to how much you can afford to pay.. it could be an Xbox with 20GB harddrive, Xbox with 60GB hdd, Xbox with 120Gb and a headphone and two controllers.. or so on. In a way you could consider the new Xbox Slim as a newer SKU too. But SKUs are important because you not only you can go choose which you can afford.. but also considers the chipset and go with the better one. The tricky part is that SKUs are only presented in terms of differing attachments or accessories. It won't tell you on the box which chipset in inside the xbox.


3) There were Pro, Core and Arcade version. Then Pro and Core got discontinued. Arcade got updated with a chipset called Jasper, which is smaller, consumes less power, and runs little cooler, and most importantly has almost resolved the infamous red ring of death issue or hardware failure from overheating. Then came Elite which is basically an Arcade with same Jasper chipset, and bigger much harddrive, and better bundled accessories.

4) Do not buy Pro and Core or (and old Arcade version).. they might be cheaper.. but they are not only discontinued, but also prone to red ring of deaths or hardware failure.

5) So now there is updated Arcade and Elite (with Jasper Chipset) and the New Xbox Slim (with Valhalla chipset, which runs even cooler).

6) With arrival of new Xbox Slim, Arcade and Elite prices have gone down. I would recommend New Xbox Slim because it comes with 250Gb and built in harddrive. runs quieter and cooler. and there are some good accessory bundle offers. plus it is Kinect-ready. And of'course it looks amazing with shiny black piano finish.

7) However, if you cannot afford Xbox Slim, go for Arcade or Elite. Make sure they have jasper chipset in it. They generally come with a three year warranty. insist on it. go to different stores. or if you could pay few bucks are get a three year warranty go for it. But mostly with Jasper xboxs you will be safe.. but get the warranty anyways.

SO HOW DO YOU TELL A JASPER CHIPSET?
Certainly not from the box and outward appearance.

You can take your seller's word for it or
Take a sneak peak at the bottom of the Power Brick inside the box.
or the the backside of the Xbox itself.

it should read Output DC =150W
12V---12.1A

8) I would recommend Elite, because with Arcade you won't get a harddrive, which you will eventually have t buy separately anyways. And New xbox Slim because it has built in wifi adapter, which in case of both Elite or Arcade.. you'll have to buy is separately for US$99 if you want to access Xbox Live service... So get if can't afford Slim, then get the Xbox Elite with jasper chipset. Prices have gone down. You'll get bundled offers.. might come with headphones, and so on..


OTHER TIPS XBOX OWNERS CAN USE:

I recommend you always install the games you will play most onto the hard drive; not only the xbox runs quieter, but you will also increase the life of your disc by preventing the scratches as the game will run from the hdd.

One important point is not to move the xbox or dangle it in the air when the disc is spinning inside. There is a sticker on the disc tray 'Do not move when disc n tray'. But some stupid people can't read the sticker in front of their eyes and dangle the xbox in the air, which will damage the disc. I don't see any reason why would anyone be dumb enough do that, unless they're dumb haha.

Also keep the xbox horizontal as... the vertical in the advertisements is vertical mainly for aesthetic reasons..otherwise microsoft recommends it horizontal. It avoids being knocked down by mistake by kids or anyone.. And reduces the chances of disk scratches cause if you think about it.. horizontal way is natural way to keep it. Plus I there is a ventilation on the ride side, which can get faced down and blocked when you stand it vertically. which i imagine would block ventilation and cause heat increase and rrod. So I'd recommend keeping it in a clutter-free environment. In a free space, not in a cabinet where ventilation is less. And on a hard surface.

As long as you take care of it, you'll be a happy gamer;)

What is the difference between an xbox 360 premium and xbox 360 arcade?

Q. I am going to get an xbox 360 arcade included with some furniture from roomstogo and I'm wondering what the difference between that and an xbox 360 premium is. I heard that the only thing was the hard drive. If that is the case then could I just buy a hard drive and it would be the same thing as a premium? And also if I did that, could I use xbox LIVE?

A. A xbox 360 premium is with the hard drive and includes wireless game pad and headset and a xbox 360 arcade is without the hard drive and with a wired game pad and a 256MB memory card.

What is the difference in the Xbox 360 Arcade console and the regular one?

Q. Im confused. I want the xbox 360 and only want to spend $150. I use xbox live or download thing. Is this good for me?

A. Xbox 360 Arcade - no HDD, costs less.(plain white disk tray)
Xbox 360 Pro - 60GB HDD (chrome-finish disk tray)
Xbox 360 Elite - 120GB HDD, quite costly (black console)
Hope this helps :)

What is the difference between xbox 360 arcade and pro?

Q. I need to know the difference between xbox 360 arcade console and pro console. I understand that the pro comes with a hard drive, but I've got that taken care of (old xbox got the ring of death and cannot be repaired). I was wondering if it's still possible to play games online with the arcade version, and still get things like netflix as well.

A. The xbox 360 pro bundle comes with...

20 GB Hard drive
Wireless controller
HD AV cable
Ethernet network cable
Wired XBOX Live headset
White faceplate
XBOX Live Silver service

Its $350.00 mostly because of the hard drive.

The xbox arcade comes with a 360, wired controller, the standard cables,

Microsoft Xbox 360 Arcade includes the following 5 free arcade games on an in package disc:
Feeding Frenzy
Luxor 2
Boom Boom Rocket
Pac-Man Championship Edition
Uno

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How do you connect to xbox live if i dont have a wireless network?

Q. I have a XBOX 360 and i want to connect to xbox live but in my house there is no internet connection.

A. You need an internet connection to connect to XBLive. Call your time warner or comcast and they will bring you a modem. You can either plug a CAT5 cable from the back of your XBOX to the modem or buy and router and create a network. You would plug the router into the modem and the xbox in the router. You can have as many devices connected to the internet as there are plugs on your router.

If you want a wireless connection, make sure you have a wireless router. Go out and buy the wireless adapter for ur xbox for $100+ bucks. Plug it in the back of ur 360, and turn it on. Go to the dash board, network settings, edit settings. Highlight network, hit A. Choose your network and click connect. It will prompt u if you need a password. Good luck.

How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connect to Xbox live but my xbox 360 is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that $100 wireless thing?

A. It would be cheaper to bring your router to your basement and hook your xbox up, then get a wireless usb network adapter for your computer. The wireless adapters for computers are much cheaper than for the xbox.

What is the difference between an Xbox Pro and an Xbox Arcade?

Q. Our old Xbox broke and we want to buy the cheapest one but, we want to make sure there isn't a difference between the two.
Is it true that you can only play certain games?

A. Arcade:
has no hardrive(you cant play normal xbox 360 games like halo, only arcade games

you can buy the hardrive later for 100 bucks at gamestop, target, best buy, walmart, any electronics department

Pro:
has hardrive

and costs the same as the arcade because your going to end up getting the hardrive

Good Luck!!!

What is the difference between the xbox 360 wireless adapter and the xbox live wireless adapter?

Q. I have an xbox 360 , Can I use the xbox live wireless adapter that comes in a black box. Or do I have to shell out the extra money and get the little white one in the clear plastic packaging?

A. proablay going to have to buy the white one. i have any it works pretty good for me. the black one in the box is probably designed for the original xbox instead of the 360 and plus they have a spot for the little wireless adapter on the back of the 360 for it so its convient and not in the way

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What would be the best xbox 360 magazine to subscribe to?

Q. I want to subscribe to an xbox 360 magazine, however I don't know which would be the one which provides best value for money. Any ideas and preferences?

A. I think the best game magazine is Game Informer. Even though it is not exclusive to Xbox 360, it gives great coverage on all gaming and, primarily, the 360 and PS3. They also inject a lot of humor into their articles. I often value their game ratings more than any other.

What is the difference between the classic (regular) xbox360 and the xbox 360 elite?

Q. My xbox 360, the regular type, had broken down a few weeks ago, and I am thinking about getting an xbox 360 elite. But I still don't know what is the difference between the regular own and the elite one. Do you know?

A. xbox 360 slim 4gb console
Product Feature :-
- Sleek New Design
- 4GB internal memory
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Whisper Quiet
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-4GB-Console/dp/B003O6JKLC/?tag=knapaaai-20
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5574865779&toolid=10001&campid=5336440665&customid=knapaaai&mpre=http%3a%2f%2fshop.ebay.com%2fi.html%3f_nkw%3dxbox%2b360%2bslim%2b4gb%2bconsole%2b%26_sacat%3d0%26_dmpt%3dVideo_Games_Games%26_odkw%3dfallout%2b3%2bps3%26_osacat%3d0%26_trksid%3dp3286.c0.m270.l1313

xbox 360 elite
You can get xbox 360 elite and this one is the best xbox 360 elite.
xbox 360 console.
Product Features
- Hard Drive Capacity: 250GB Hard Drive Capacity
- Gaming System Compatibility: Xbox 360
- Bundle Includes: Splinter Cell: Conviction
- Includes: Ethernet Cable, A/V Adapter Cable, Headset, Wireless Controllers
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-250GB-Splinter-Conviction-Bundle/dp/B002I0HBC0/?tag=knapaaai-20

How do I connect my Xbox 360 to my wireless internet connection 10pts?

Q. I have a D-Link router and I just got a Xbox 360. I would like to connect my Xbox to my internet to my internet but it doesn't work. Do I need a adapter or a cable running from my Xbox?

All the settings are default and nothing has been tweaked.
Any helpful answers are appreciated
I don't know what an ethernet cable is.

A. They sell a Wireless Adaptor So your xbox 360 can pick up your internet wirelessly, or use an Ethernet Cable which if you still have your box for your 360 its the cable that looks like a phone line only wider..

What's the difference between the Xbox 360 models?

Q. I really want an Xbox 360. I've been looking at them in stores and online, but i don't understand the differences in the Xbox Pro, and the Elite. Is the Elite really worth the bigger price? Or should i stick to the Pro? Or should i just down grade to the Arcade. Will someone tell me the differences between the three, and which one you think is the best buy?
Alright i understand the differences, now tell me which one you think is the best buy.

A. core= the worst xbox 360 system stay well away from that one it has no hard drive and is likely to crash. this one is all white with chrome trim

arcade= is the same as the the core but with more arcade games. stay away from this one as well. likely to crash!

pro/premium=a better console. comes with a 20gig HD hard drive, compatible with xbox live, comes with some arcade games trials(you have to buy microsoft points to unlock full version)and some game demos. this one is all white with chrome trim. comes with 1 white, wireless controler and a headset, cables to conect to the tv, cables to plug into the outlet so you can play. price: $349.99. (recommended)

elite= this one comes with a 120gig HD hard drive. same thing as the pro/premium but i have heard its not very compatible with xbox live so if you are just a gamer and not wanting to go on xbox live and are wanting to buy and play alot of games than this is for you. this is all black with green trim. comes with 1 black wireless controller and a headset, cables to conect to the tv, cables to plug into to the outlet so you can play. price: $449.99


halo 3 limited edition(i have this one)= comes with 20gig HD hard drive, a code for special gamer pictures and wallpaper, is compatible with live, comes with like 18 arcade and game demos(you can purchase more with microsoft points) some videos(not movies just game previews). this one is Spartan green with gold trim and has halo 3 designs on the sides and faceplate.comes with a spartan green controller and headset,cables to conect to the tv, cables to plug into the outlet so you can play. price: $349.99. (recommened if you can find it still)


i would recommend the xbox 360 pro/premium and hte xbox 360 halo 3 special edition. they are very good systems. just make sure that you keep it in a location where there is good air flow, minimal dust, and dont play it for 8 hours or more straight. then you will just overheat it and have to send it in.

sorrry i know its long.

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How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connect to Xbox live but my xbox 360 is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that $100 wireless thing?

A. It would be cheaper to bring your router to your basement and hook your xbox up, then get a wireless usb network adapter for your computer. The wireless adapters for computers are much cheaper than for the xbox.

What is the difference between an Xbox Pro and an Xbox Arcade?

Q. Our old Xbox broke and we want to buy the cheapest one but, we want to make sure there isn't a difference between the two.
Is it true that you can only play certain games?

A. Arcade:
has no hardrive(you cant play normal xbox 360 games like halo, only arcade games

you can buy the hardrive later for 100 bucks at gamestop, target, best buy, walmart, any electronics department

Pro:
has hardrive

and costs the same as the arcade because your going to end up getting the hardrive

Good Luck!!!

What is the difference between the xbox 360 wireless adapter and the xbox live wireless adapter?

Q. I have an xbox 360 , Can I use the xbox live wireless adapter that comes in a black box. Or do I have to shell out the extra money and get the little white one in the clear plastic packaging?

A. proablay going to have to buy the white one. i have any it works pretty good for me. the black one in the box is probably designed for the original xbox instead of the 360 and plus they have a spot for the little wireless adapter on the back of the 360 for it so its convient and not in the way

How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connext to Xbox live but my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that 100$ wireless thing?

A. Buy a long etheret cord and connect it your modem or whatever.

My modem is downstairs(with a crap pc) and my xbox 360 and pc are upstairs so i just run a cable along the wall. It never gets in the way and etheret cords are CHEAP.

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What is the difference in the Xbox 360 Arcade console and the regular one?

Q. Im confused. I want the xbox 360 and only want to spend $150. I use xbox live or download thing. Is this good for me?

A. Xbox 360 Arcade - no HDD, costs less.(plain white disk tray)
Xbox 360 Pro - 60GB HDD (chrome-finish disk tray)
Xbox 360 Elite - 120GB HDD, quite costly (black console)
Hope this helps :)

What kind games can an xbox 360 play without a hard drive?

Q. I want to get an xbox 360 but I can't afford to get one with a hard drive. I want to play games like halo 3 and elder scrolls oblivion. Can an xbox 360 play those games without a hard drive?

A. Yep, you'll just have to save the games on your memory unit instead of the hard drive. Hard drives are not required for any Xbox 360 retail games.

What is the difference between xbox 360 arcade and pro?

Q. I need to know the difference between xbox 360 arcade console and pro console. I understand that the pro comes with a hard drive, but I've got that taken care of (old xbox got the ring of death and cannot be repaired). I was wondering if it's still possible to play games online with the arcade version, and still get things like netflix as well.

A. The xbox 360 pro bundle comes with...

20 GB Hard drive
Wireless controller
HD AV cable
Ethernet network cable
Wired XBOX Live headset
White faceplate
XBOX Live Silver service

Its $350.00 mostly because of the hard drive.

The xbox arcade comes with a 360, wired controller, the standard cables,

Microsoft Xbox 360 Arcade includes the following 5 free arcade games on an in package disc:
Feeding Frenzy
Luxor 2
Boom Boom Rocket
Pac-Man Championship Edition
Uno

Is it possible to use 2 Xbox 360 consoles through a router to log onto Xbox live?

Q. I have tried to connect 2 xbox 360 consoles through my router to get on Xbox live, but only one of them can get on. The other one has its DNS test fail on me even though the IP test passes. Can anyone help me figure out what is happening?

A. In terms of using a router, this is absolutely possible. Make SURE that you are using a router indeed though. Routers and switches physically can look almost identical but the underlying layers in the operations that each perform are much different. A router should be transparent to your ISP and if you have NAT (Network Address Translation) turned on, it should issue 192.168.x.x IP addresses to your Xbox 360. Now if you have NAT turned off, both Xbox 360s will attempt to go to your ISP and register an IP address over the one connection. This will deny one or the other of a connection unless your ISP has issued you more than one IP address which usually costs about 5 dollars extra a month. If you really have a router, double check to make sure NAT is turned - along with DHCP on and then setup your Xbox 360s to automatically obtain an IP address from your router. Usually the routers should be configured to do this out of the box like linksys or netgear. Also double check your cables to make sure that you have your internet connection from your modem to the router plugged into the WAN port and that the Xbox 360s are on one of the LAN or Local Area Network ports. I currently have 2 Xbox 360s, 2 PCs and a laptop connected to the internet simultaneously through my router with no problems. Just think of your router as a splitter. Make sure that on the Xbox 360 that you are failing at the DNS level that the setting for your DNS server are identical to that of the console that is able to connect. Good luck and I hope this helps!

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How do i play classic xbox games on my 360 without getting an update from xbox live?

Q. Can i play classic xbox games on an arcade? (I have a hard drive and theres still a lot of memory in it)
I've tried using a usb device and ive updated my xbox but i still can't play classic xbox games.

A. You have to download an emulator for each original xbox game you want to play (assuming one is available at all). If you don't download it from xbox live, there are a few other ways. They are described in this link.
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/systemuse/xbox360/console/systemupdates.htm

Arcades can play original xbox games, but you have to have a storage device to save the emulator on.

How do I make my Xbox 360 wireless using a wireless network and a router instead of the expensive Xbox adapter?

Q. I have an Xbox 360 and wireless internet in my building. I do have a Linksys braodband router to use to make my Xbox wireless instead of buying the expensive Xbox wireless adapter. Any help please. Thank you!!
But I do not want to use my laptop.

A. The 360 must go online using something plugged into either the Ethernet or USB port on the back. That being said we can begin to narrow down our options: 1 if you want to get the most bang for your buck, you should do whatever you can to wire it directly to your router, it'll definitely give you the best performance. There are other devices that can receive a wireless signal much like the official Xbox360 wireless adapter does. Unfortunately, most of them are just as expensive as the official adapter is, and there's no guarantee that they;ll work. Your only other option then is something that does not technically use wireless, but doesn't require a direct line from the router...this is where it gets pretty specific. And this is pretty much your only other option. These things are called PoE adapters (Power over Ethernet) these things actually work pretty well. They come in two parts, the first part you plug from you router to any standard wall outlet. Then the device uses your buildings wiring to transfer the connection to the second device that is plugged in between your Xbox and another wall outlet. It works just like a wired connection, but without having to run new wiring. The problem here again: Cost. These run anywhere from $30-$100 depending on where you get them.
So sorry, but these are your only alternatives to just buying the wireless adapter (as far as I know). To review, your 3 options are: Wired (through a standard Ethernet cable, which will run you between $10 and $30 depending on length), wireless (which is less reliable and more pricey, but saves a lot of trouble) or Poe (which is more reliable than wireless, but just as expensive, and most models take up a power outlet, and it requires that you have direct access to your wireless router). Good luck!

How to connect my Xbox 360 online with a wireless adapter?

Q. I have 2 xbox's. One is upstairs, connected thru the xbox wireless network adapter. The other is connected with an ethernet cable, but won't connect with a wireless network adapter. Is there a problem having two wireless connections to one router?

A. there should not be a problem with 2 xboxs connected through wireless network. it is most likely your password is wrong. so double check your pass words saved in you xbox. the only bad thing about connecting 2 xboxs is that i can sometimes take a lot of your connection speed and you might start to lag a little. if the problem still persists you should call the xbox help line, also get them to help you make a gateway for your xboxs in your modem so your connection speeds is higher.

How do you connect to xbox live if i dont have a wireless network?

Q. I have a XBOX 360 and i want to connect to xbox live but in my house there is no internet connection.

A. You need an internet connection to connect to XBLive. Call your time warner or comcast and they will bring you a modem. You can either plug a CAT5 cable from the back of your XBOX to the modem or buy and router and create a network. You would plug the router into the modem and the xbox in the router. You can have as many devices connected to the internet as there are plugs on your router.

If you want a wireless connection, make sure you have a wireless router. Go out and buy the wireless adapter for ur xbox for $100+ bucks. Plug it in the back of ur 360, and turn it on. Go to the dash board, network settings, edit settings. Highlight network, hit A. Choose your network and click connect. It will prompt u if you need a password. Good luck.

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How do I make my Xbox 360 wireless using a wireless network and a router instead of the expensive Xbox adapter?

Q. I have an Xbox 360 and wireless internet in my building. I do have a Linksys braodband router to use to make my Xbox wireless instead of buying the expensive Xbox wireless adapter. Any help please. Thank you!!
But I do not want to use my laptop.

A. The 360 must go online using something plugged into either the Ethernet or USB port on the back. That being said we can begin to narrow down our options: 1 if you want to get the most bang for your buck, you should do whatever you can to wire it directly to your router, it'll definitely give you the best performance. There are other devices that can receive a wireless signal much like the official Xbox360 wireless adapter does. Unfortunately, most of them are just as expensive as the official adapter is, and there's no guarantee that they;ll work. Your only other option then is something that does not technically use wireless, but doesn't require a direct line from the router...this is where it gets pretty specific. And this is pretty much your only other option. These things are called PoE adapters (Power over Ethernet) these things actually work pretty well. They come in two parts, the first part you plug from you router to any standard wall outlet. Then the device uses your buildings wiring to transfer the connection to the second device that is plugged in between your Xbox and another wall outlet. It works just like a wired connection, but without having to run new wiring. The problem here again: Cost. These run anywhere from $30-$100 depending on where you get them.
So sorry, but these are your only alternatives to just buying the wireless adapter (as far as I know). To review, your 3 options are: Wired (through a standard Ethernet cable, which will run you between $10 and $30 depending on length), wireless (which is less reliable and more pricey, but saves a lot of trouble) or Poe (which is more reliable than wireless, but just as expensive, and most models take up a power outlet, and it requires that you have direct access to your wireless router). Good luck!

How to connect my Xbox 360 online with a wireless adapter?

Q. I have 2 xbox's. One is upstairs, connected thru the xbox wireless network adapter. The other is connected with an ethernet cable, but won't connect with a wireless network adapter. Is there a problem having two wireless connections to one router?

A. there should not be a problem with 2 xboxs connected through wireless network. it is most likely your password is wrong. so double check your pass words saved in you xbox. the only bad thing about connecting 2 xboxs is that i can sometimes take a lot of your connection speed and you might start to lag a little. if the problem still persists you should call the xbox help line, also get them to help you make a gateway for your xboxs in your modem so your connection speeds is higher.

How do you connect to xbox live if i dont have a wireless network?

Q. I have a XBOX 360 and i want to connect to xbox live but in my house there is no internet connection.

A. You need an internet connection to connect to XBLive. Call your time warner or comcast and they will bring you a modem. You can either plug a CAT5 cable from the back of your XBOX to the modem or buy and router and create a network. You would plug the router into the modem and the xbox in the router. You can have as many devices connected to the internet as there are plugs on your router.

If you want a wireless connection, make sure you have a wireless router. Go out and buy the wireless adapter for ur xbox for $100+ bucks. Plug it in the back of ur 360, and turn it on. Go to the dash board, network settings, edit settings. Highlight network, hit A. Choose your network and click connect. It will prompt u if you need a password. Good luck.

How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connect to Xbox live but my xbox 360 is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that $100 wireless thing?

A. It would be cheaper to bring your router to your basement and hook your xbox up, then get a wireless usb network adapter for your computer. The wireless adapters for computers are much cheaper than for the xbox.

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How to connect my Xbox 360 online with a wireless adapter?

Q. I have 2 xbox's. One is upstairs, connected thru the xbox wireless network adapter. The other is connected with an ethernet cable, but won't connect with a wireless network adapter. Is there a problem having two wireless connections to one router?

A. there should not be a problem with 2 xboxs connected through wireless network. it is most likely your password is wrong. so double check your pass words saved in you xbox. the only bad thing about connecting 2 xboxs is that i can sometimes take a lot of your connection speed and you might start to lag a little. if the problem still persists you should call the xbox help line, also get them to help you make a gateway for your xboxs in your modem so your connection speeds is higher.

How do you connect to xbox live if i dont have a wireless network?

Q. I have a XBOX 360 and i want to connect to xbox live but in my house there is no internet connection.

A. You need an internet connection to connect to XBLive. Call your time warner or comcast and they will bring you a modem. You can either plug a CAT5 cable from the back of your XBOX to the modem or buy and router and create a network. You would plug the router into the modem and the xbox in the router. You can have as many devices connected to the internet as there are plugs on your router.

If you want a wireless connection, make sure you have a wireless router. Go out and buy the wireless adapter for ur xbox for $100+ bucks. Plug it in the back of ur 360, and turn it on. Go to the dash board, network settings, edit settings. Highlight network, hit A. Choose your network and click connect. It will prompt u if you need a password. Good luck.

How do I connect to xbox live when my xbox is in the basement and my computer is upstairs?

Q. I want to connect to Xbox live but my xbox 360 is in the basement and my computer is upstairs so I cant directly hook it up to the router. Is there anything I can do or do I have to buy that $100 wireless thing?

A. It would be cheaper to bring your router to your basement and hook your xbox up, then get a wireless usb network adapter for your computer. The wireless adapters for computers are much cheaper than for the xbox.

What is the difference between an Xbox Pro and an Xbox Arcade?

Q. Our old Xbox broke and we want to buy the cheapest one but, we want to make sure there isn't a difference between the two.
Is it true that you can only play certain games?

A. Arcade:
has no hardrive(you cant play normal xbox 360 games like halo, only arcade games

you can buy the hardrive later for 100 bucks at gamestop, target, best buy, walmart, any electronics department

Pro:
has hardrive

and costs the same as the arcade because your going to end up getting the hardrive

Good Luck!!!

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What is the difference in the Xbox 360 Arcade console and the regular one?

Q. Im confused. I want the xbox 360 and only want to spend $150. I use xbox live or download thing. Is this good for me?

A. Xbox 360 Arcade - no HDD, costs less.(plain white disk tray)
Xbox 360 Pro - 60GB HDD (chrome-finish disk tray)
Xbox 360 Elite - 120GB HDD, quite costly (black console)
Hope this helps :)

What kind games can an xbox 360 play without a hard drive?

Q. I want to get an xbox 360 but I can't afford to get one with a hard drive. I want to play games like halo 3 and elder scrolls oblivion. Can an xbox 360 play those games without a hard drive?

A. Yep, you'll just have to save the games on your memory unit instead of the hard drive. Hard drives are not required for any Xbox 360 retail games.

What is the difference between xbox 360 arcade and pro?

Q. I need to know the difference between xbox 360 arcade console and pro console. I understand that the pro comes with a hard drive, but I've got that taken care of (old xbox got the ring of death and cannot be repaired). I was wondering if it's still possible to play games online with the arcade version, and still get things like netflix as well.

A. The xbox 360 pro bundle comes with...

20 GB Hard drive
Wireless controller
HD AV cable
Ethernet network cable
Wired XBOX Live headset
White faceplate
XBOX Live Silver service

Its $350.00 mostly because of the hard drive.

The xbox arcade comes with a 360, wired controller, the standard cables,

Microsoft Xbox 360 Arcade includes the following 5 free arcade games on an in package disc:
Feeding Frenzy
Luxor 2
Boom Boom Rocket
Pac-Man Championship Edition
Uno

Is it possible to use 2 Xbox 360 consoles through a router to log onto Xbox live?

Q. I have tried to connect 2 xbox 360 consoles through my router to get on Xbox live, but only one of them can get on. The other one has its DNS test fail on me even though the IP test passes. Can anyone help me figure out what is happening?

A. In terms of using a router, this is absolutely possible. Make SURE that you are using a router indeed though. Routers and switches physically can look almost identical but the underlying layers in the operations that each perform are much different. A router should be transparent to your ISP and if you have NAT (Network Address Translation) turned on, it should issue 192.168.x.x IP addresses to your Xbox 360. Now if you have NAT turned off, both Xbox 360s will attempt to go to your ISP and register an IP address over the one connection. This will deny one or the other of a connection unless your ISP has issued you more than one IP address which usually costs about 5 dollars extra a month. If you really have a router, double check to make sure NAT is turned - along with DHCP on and then setup your Xbox 360s to automatically obtain an IP address from your router. Usually the routers should be configured to do this out of the box like linksys or netgear. Also double check your cables to make sure that you have your internet connection from your modem to the router plugged into the WAN port and that the Xbox 360s are on one of the LAN or Local Area Network ports. I currently have 2 Xbox 360s, 2 PCs and a laptop connected to the internet simultaneously through my router with no problems. Just think of your router as a splitter. Make sure that on the Xbox 360 that you are failing at the DNS level that the setting for your DNS server are identical to that of the console that is able to connect. Good luck and I hope this helps!

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How do I program xbox 360 controllers to 2 different xboxs in the same area?

Q. I have two xbox 360s and only have some wireless controllers in my home. How do i program the wireless controllers to the different xboxs in the same area?

A. I think this is what you want(do you have two TVs?)


1) XBOX (a) is turned off from the wall

2) XBOX (b) is turned on.

3) Press the XBOX mark in the center of the controller.
(that will connect to the XBOX (b). (b) should be flashing)

4) Turn the XBOX (a) on.

5) pull the huge cable thing out from the back of XBOX (b).

6) Press the XBOX mark in the center of the 2nd controller.
(that will connect to the XBOX (a). (a) should be flashing)

7) put the huge cable thing into from the back of XBOX (b).

Then walla! You have two xbox 360, and they both have a conroller to go with it!

How can i get my xbox 360 to be able to play halo 3 on xbox live?

Q. I have xbox live. But every time i try to play on xbox live it says there is no one one anything. I even tried to play live on other games, but it showed no one on. How can i fix that problem?
When i select a mode and stuff it says Matchmaking can only be played on Xbox Live. Go to Network and select Xbox Live to play.

I cant find the Network thing. Where is it located?

A. Make sure you have xbox live gold membership. With the silver your only able to chat and talk with people online

What is the difference between xbox live and playstation network?

Q. Besides xbox live isn't free, one is for the playstation, and one is way better.

A. Xbox Live has been updated to include a shop. In the Microsoft shop you can download arcade games, download demos for games, rent movies, download new content for games and wallpapers for your menu. The Sony Playstation 3 now has it's own shop, the Playstation Store. In this store you can download old and new games, download new content for the games, and put your old Playstation games onto your system directly through the store.

Xbox Live allows you to play and communicate with friends from around the world. In games you can play with up to 18 people. The PS3 took this to a new level. On the Playstation Network you can still communicate with friends, however, you can play with up to 40 people in one game. This will allow for more realistic and more chaotic games.

In the new Playstation Network you are able to surf the web. This feature turns the Sony Playstation 3 into a computer. You can surf with up to six Internet tabs open at once. This is a feature that is not available on Microsoft's Xbox Live, and Microsoft has shown no interest in adding it.

Some may find the fact that Microsoft is charging you $50 a year to use their Xbox Live is outrageous. This has been solved by Sony. The Playstation Network is free to whoever owns a PS3. All you have to do is connect to the Internet and you are playing live against people from around the world. The only cost is you have to pay for the Internet bill, which you are already doing.

Sony is trying to get it's Internet to a level where it can finally compete with Microsoft's Xbox Live. This is a hard level to reach since Xbox has dominated the live gaming level for years. Sony is starting to become up to the level and in the next couple of years we could see both systems tied at the same level.

How do i play classic xbox games on my 360 without getting an update from xbox live?

Q. Can i play classic xbox games on an arcade? (I have a hard drive and theres still a lot of memory in it)
I've tried using a usb device and ive updated my xbox but i still can't play classic xbox games.

A. You have to download an emulator for each original xbox game you want to play (assuming one is available at all). If you don't download it from xbox live, there are a few other ways. They are described in this link.
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/systemuse/xbox360/console/systemupdates.htm

Arcades can play original xbox games, but you have to have a storage device to save the emulator on.

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How do I program xbox 360 controllers to 2 different xboxs in the same area?

Q. I have two xbox 360s and only have some wireless controllers in my home. How do i program the wireless controllers to the different xboxs in the same area?

A. I think this is what you want(do you have two TVs?)


1) XBOX (a) is turned off from the wall

2) XBOX (b) is turned on.

3) Press the XBOX mark in the center of the controller.
(that will connect to the XBOX (b). (b) should be flashing)

4) Turn the XBOX (a) on.

5) pull the huge cable thing out from the back of XBOX (b).

6) Press the XBOX mark in the center of the 2nd controller.
(that will connect to the XBOX (a). (a) should be flashing)

7) put the huge cable thing into from the back of XBOX (b).

Then walla! You have two xbox 360, and they both have a conroller to go with it!

How can i get my xbox 360 to be able to play halo 3 on xbox live?

Q. I have xbox live. But every time i try to play on xbox live it says there is no one one anything. I even tried to play live on other games, but it showed no one on. How can i fix that problem?
When i select a mode and stuff it says Matchmaking can only be played on Xbox Live. Go to Network and select Xbox Live to play.

I cant find the Network thing. Where is it located?

A. Make sure you have xbox live gold membership. With the silver your only able to chat and talk with people online

What is the difference between xbox live and playstation network?

Q. Besides xbox live isn't free, one is for the playstation, and one is way better.

A. Xbox Live has been updated to include a shop. In the Microsoft shop you can download arcade games, download demos for games, rent movies, download new content for games and wallpapers for your menu. The Sony Playstation 3 now has it's own shop, the Playstation Store. In this store you can download old and new games, download new content for the games, and put your old Playstation games onto your system directly through the store.

Xbox Live allows you to play and communicate with friends from around the world. In games you can play with up to 18 people. The PS3 took this to a new level. On the Playstation Network you can still communicate with friends, however, you can play with up to 40 people in one game. This will allow for more realistic and more chaotic games.

In the new Playstation Network you are able to surf the web. This feature turns the Sony Playstation 3 into a computer. You can surf with up to six Internet tabs open at once. This is a feature that is not available on Microsoft's Xbox Live, and Microsoft has shown no interest in adding it.

Some may find the fact that Microsoft is charging you $50 a year to use their Xbox Live is outrageous. This has been solved by Sony. The Playstation Network is free to whoever owns a PS3. All you have to do is connect to the Internet and you are playing live against people from around the world. The only cost is you have to pay for the Internet bill, which you are already doing.

Sony is trying to get it's Internet to a level where it can finally compete with Microsoft's Xbox Live. This is a hard level to reach since Xbox has dominated the live gaming level for years. Sony is starting to become up to the level and in the next couple of years we could see both systems tied at the same level.

How do i play classic xbox games on my 360 without getting an update from xbox live?

Q. Can i play classic xbox games on an arcade? (I have a hard drive and theres still a lot of memory in it)
I've tried using a usb device and ive updated my xbox but i still can't play classic xbox games.

A. You have to download an emulator for each original xbox game you want to play (assuming one is available at all). If you don't download it from xbox live, there are a few other ways. They are described in this link.
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/systemuse/xbox360/console/systemupdates.htm

Arcades can play original xbox games, but you have to have a storage device to save the emulator on.

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How do i play classic xbox games on my 360 without getting an update from xbox live?

Q. Can i play classic xbox games on an arcade? (I have a hard drive and theres still a lot of memory in it)
I've tried using a usb device and ive updated my xbox but i still can't play classic xbox games.

A. You have to download an emulator for each original xbox game you want to play (assuming one is available at all). If you don't download it from xbox live, there are a few other ways. They are described in this link.
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/systemuse/xbox360/console/systemupdates.htm

Arcades can play original xbox games, but you have to have a storage device to save the emulator on.

How do I make my Xbox 360 wireless using a wireless network and a router instead of the expensive Xbox adapter?

Q. I have an Xbox 360 and wireless internet in my building. I do have a Linksys braodband router to use to make my Xbox wireless instead of buying the expensive Xbox wireless adapter. Any help please. Thank you!!
But I do not want to use my laptop.

A. The 360 must go online using something plugged into either the Ethernet or USB port on the back. That being said we can begin to narrow down our options: 1 if you want to get the most bang for your buck, you should do whatever you can to wire it directly to your router, it'll definitely give you the best performance. There are other devices that can receive a wireless signal much like the official Xbox360 wireless adapter does. Unfortunately, most of them are just as expensive as the official adapter is, and there's no guarantee that they;ll work. Your only other option then is something that does not technically use wireless, but doesn't require a direct line from the router...this is where it gets pretty specific. And this is pretty much your only other option. These things are called PoE adapters (Power over Ethernet) these things actually work pretty well. They come in two parts, the first part you plug from you router to any standard wall outlet. Then the device uses your buildings wiring to transfer the connection to the second device that is plugged in between your Xbox and another wall outlet. It works just like a wired connection, but without having to run new wiring. The problem here again: Cost. These run anywhere from $30-$100 depending on where you get them.
So sorry, but these are your only alternatives to just buying the wireless adapter (as far as I know). To review, your 3 options are: Wired (through a standard Ethernet cable, which will run you between $10 and $30 depending on length), wireless (which is less reliable and more pricey, but saves a lot of trouble) or Poe (which is more reliable than wireless, but just as expensive, and most models take up a power outlet, and it requires that you have direct access to your wireless router). Good luck!

How to connect my Xbox 360 online with a wireless adapter?

Q. I have 2 xbox's. One is upstairs, connected thru the xbox wireless network adapter. The other is connected with an ethernet cable, but won't connect with a wireless network adapter. Is there a problem having two wireless connections to one router?

A. there should not be a problem with 2 xboxs connected through wireless network. it is most likely your password is wrong. so double check your pass words saved in you xbox. the only bad thing about connecting 2 xboxs is that i can sometimes take a lot of your connection speed and you might start to lag a little. if the problem still persists you should call the xbox help line, also get them to help you make a gateway for your xboxs in your modem so your connection speeds is higher.

How do you connect to xbox live if i dont have a wireless network?

Q. I have a XBOX 360 and i want to connect to xbox live but in my house there is no internet connection.

A. You need an internet connection to connect to XBLive. Call your time warner or comcast and they will bring you a modem. You can either plug a CAT5 cable from the back of your XBOX to the modem or buy and router and create a network. You would plug the router into the modem and the xbox in the router. You can have as many devices connected to the internet as there are plugs on your router.

If you want a wireless connection, make sure you have a wireless router. Go out and buy the wireless adapter for ur xbox for $100+ bucks. Plug it in the back of ur 360, and turn it on. Go to the dash board, network settings, edit settings. Highlight network, hit A. Choose your network and click connect. It will prompt u if you need a password. Good luck.

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What kind games can an xbox 360 play without a hard drive?

Q. I want to get an xbox 360 but I can't afford to get one with a hard drive. I want to play games like halo 3 and elder scrolls oblivion. Can an xbox 360 play those games without a hard drive?

A. Yep, you'll just have to save the games on your memory unit instead of the hard drive. Hard drives are not required for any Xbox 360 retail games.

What is the difference between xbox 360 arcade and pro?

Q. I need to know the difference between xbox 360 arcade console and pro console. I understand that the pro comes with a hard drive, but I've got that taken care of (old xbox got the ring of death and cannot be repaired). I was wondering if it's still possible to play games online with the arcade version, and still get things like netflix as well.

A. The xbox 360 pro bundle comes with...

20 GB Hard drive
Wireless controller
HD AV cable
Ethernet network cable
Wired XBOX Live headset
White faceplate
XBOX Live Silver service

Its $350.00 mostly because of the hard drive.

The xbox arcade comes with a 360, wired controller, the standard cables,

Microsoft Xbox 360 Arcade includes the following 5 free arcade games on an in package disc:
Feeding Frenzy
Luxor 2
Boom Boom Rocket
Pac-Man Championship Edition
Uno

Is it possible to use 2 Xbox 360 consoles through a router to log onto Xbox live?

Q. I have tried to connect 2 xbox 360 consoles through my router to get on Xbox live, but only one of them can get on. The other one has its DNS test fail on me even though the IP test passes. Can anyone help me figure out what is happening?

A. In terms of using a router, this is absolutely possible. Make SURE that you are using a router indeed though. Routers and switches physically can look almost identical but the underlying layers in the operations that each perform are much different. A router should be transparent to your ISP and if you have NAT (Network Address Translation) turned on, it should issue 192.168.x.x IP addresses to your Xbox 360. Now if you have NAT turned off, both Xbox 360s will attempt to go to your ISP and register an IP address over the one connection. This will deny one or the other of a connection unless your ISP has issued you more than one IP address which usually costs about 5 dollars extra a month. If you really have a router, double check to make sure NAT is turned - along with DHCP on and then setup your Xbox 360s to automatically obtain an IP address from your router. Usually the routers should be configured to do this out of the box like linksys or netgear. Also double check your cables to make sure that you have your internet connection from your modem to the router plugged into the WAN port and that the Xbox 360s are on one of the LAN or Local Area Network ports. I currently have 2 Xbox 360s, 2 PCs and a laptop connected to the internet simultaneously through my router with no problems. Just think of your router as a splitter. Make sure that on the Xbox 360 that you are failing at the DNS level that the setting for your DNS server are identical to that of the console that is able to connect. Good luck and I hope this helps!

Can anyone tell me the difference between the xbox 360 pro console and the xbox 360 elite console?

Q. I already know that the xbox 360 elite is black and that it comes with an HDMI cable. I wanna know if these is a difference in preformance between the pro and the elite.

A. There's no difference in performance between the Xbox 360 Premium/Pro and the Elite console.

The 360 Premium/Pro includes a detachable 60 GB Hard Disk Drive (HDD) to store downloaded content, provide compatibility with original Xbox games, and store game data. The Xbox 360 Elite is the most expensive variation of the console. It includes a 120 GB Hard Disk Drive and a matte black finish. Additionally, the colour of the controller and headset is different.

Good luck.

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