Hacking [Guide] How To Hack Your 360

[idanny76]

I think you mean you flashed your DVD drive and no you can't swap them out like that.

OSIG mismatch and DVD key mismatch.

Thank you for the reply and I yes I flashed the DVD drive. I had an idea it was not possible, but I thought I ask the experts. So if I RGH2 with the Ace V3 chip..... it really doesn't matter if I stay on the Dashboard 17349 or update to the new Dashboard?

 

[DinohScene]

You can update or stay, doesn't matter.
But yeh, you can RGH it.

 

[johnyept]

I have 2 consoles, the 2nd was just given to me by a family member:
- X360 Elite/Jasper, EDIT: 2009-10-29 MFR, Kernel/Dash 2.0.1.17526.0
- X360 Slim with 135w 12v-10.83A PSU and 2011-02-18 MFR (trinity?), Kernel/Dash 2.0.1.17559.0 so it's hackable with RGH2

My doubts are:
1. Which one is USUALLY more reliable in the long run?
2. Which one is cheaper to hack (not DVD flashing nor ODDE)? I don't have any tools other than a soldering iron.
3. Can the HDD be replaced for a bigger one before and/or after the hack?

Thanks for any help.

 

[DinohScene]

Both are as reliable as it can get.
Tho I'd say the Slim would be better (fewer components and a CPU/GPU combo)

Both cost roughly the same when it comes to chipcosts and yeh, you can dump a 2TB 2.5 inch HDD in there after RGHing it.

 

[johnyept]

Thanks! I was thinking of X360 Slim with a 1TB HDD so I guess that covers it.

I'm not sure if all modchips can be programmed from LPT, but from what I understand, the basic steps are:
- dump the NAND with a LPT cable: The safest way is doing multiple dumps and compare them to guarantee nothing went wrong.
- program the modchip using the dumped NAND? I now it requires a different configuration of the LPT cable, I'll study that later when I choose a modchip.
- install the modchip by soldering a bunch of wires.

Is this the gist of it, or did I miss anything?

 

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[DinohScene]

Thanks! I was thinking of X360 Slim with a 1TB HDD so I guess that covers it.

I'm not sure if all modchips can be programmed from LPT, but from what I understand, the basic steps are:
- dump the NAND with a LPT cable: The safest way is doing multiple dumps and compare them to guarantee nothing went wrong.
- program the modchip using the dumped NAND? I now it requires a different configuration of the LPT cable, I'll study that later when I choose a modchip.
- install the modchip by soldering a bunch of wires.

Is this the gist of it, or did I miss anything?

Some chips come preprogrammed for consoles, others need to be programmed.
I'd say seek a cheapo NAND-X/JR Programmer.
It's a lot faster then the old LPT method.

But yeh, that's the gist of it.

Noobie here (coming from the PS3, Nintendo scene). Bear in mind that I have a lot of experince with electronics in general, but not 360s. Any tips?

I have some questions:

1. Which model is the best to hack (not regarding the difficulty, but in terms of features, reliability)?
2. Do I realy need special adapters for flashing a DVD drive? I mean it's a SATA drive with a non standard power connector. Can I just substitute the adapter with a bench PSU?
3. Can I use a Teensy with a NAND dumper firmware to dump the NAND?
4. I want to mod only one console, how much are the tools (adapters, modchips...)? On what can I cheap out?

1. I'd say get any recent-ish Slim, Winchester boards are unhackable tho.
2. You do need a VIA SATA PCI adapter or 360 USB Pro v1/v2 for the drive to be recognized, power can be pulled from the 360.
However Slims have more protections against drive flashing, some drives can't be flashed.
3. I think nand-pro supports infectus, not sure about teensy tbh.
4. Depends on what your budget is.
A Phat can be hacked for little money (few quid for a chip) or you could get a Slim that requires a Postfix adapter and do it with a JR Programmer and expensive coolrunner chip.

It kinda boils down on your budget and your choice of 360 ;p

 

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[DinohScene]

Yeh, chips are wire based.

 

[johnyept]

Some chips come preprogrammed for consoles, others need to be programmed.
I'd say seek a cheapo NAND-X/JR Programmer.
It's a lot faster then the old LPT method.

But yeh, that's the gist of it.

Much appreciated for the help! I found a video that includes a link to a se7ensins topic on how to convert a $5 matrix nand spi nand flasher into a NAND reader and coolrunner writer, I'll try to find cheapo JR Programmer otherwise I'll build my own. Anyway, I've got some Googling to do

 

[Tlamir]

Hello
i have a Xbox 360 slim that has fw.
It can play priated games from DVD but I want to play games without burning game into DVD play it from hard drive or from thumb stick what should I do
Thanks

 

[DinohScene]

You'll need to RGH it.
Or you could install an Xkey (it's a ODDE which lets you connect a external HDD to the console) if you have your DVD keys.
Your drive should be returned to stock if you go for the Xkey route.

 

[iGom]

So how can install modchip on Xbox360 slim motherboard, the quide doesn't show how to solder/do it

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[DinohScene]

Depends on which chip you have.
There's a hundred different versions out.

 

[iGom]

Depends on which chip you have.
There's a hundred different versions out.

Oh yeah, I started googling about it yesterday and my enthusiasm for hacked the xbox has dropped, so many options...
I keep an eye on Xbox 360 S to buy, what chip (chips) should I buy (price doesn't matter) for dual boot?

Edit:
Team-Xecuter forums with install guides are blocked in my country

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[DinohScene]

If you where to get a Slim, I'd say get a CR 3XL or Ace V3.
Dual NAND wise, you'll want a TX DemoN chip.

Hah, try a online proxy to access the site.

 

[iGom]

What about CR4 XL?

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[DinohScene]

CR4 XL would also suffice.

 

[iGom]

Do I need do or install anything else before installing the DemoN chip?

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[DinohScene]

Depends on what Slim motherboard you'll get.
Worst case scenario, you'll need a SD R/W kit and a POST fix adapter.

I can't put an exact answer on that as Trinity boards need nothing but a chip and Dual NAND chip haha.