E74: The new RROD?

[StrainedEyes]

Xbox 360 E74 Errors on the Rise
http://gear.ign.com/articles/965/965010p1.html
http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/19/joystiq-survey-xbox-360-e74-errors-on-the-rise-since-nxe/

Just when you think your out, they pull you right back in. That's right folks, just when you thought the era of red ring of death for the Xbox 360 was over, a new potential threat to the console's performance arises. According to several reports and surveys around the web, a growing number of Xbox 360 users are experiencing the E74 hardware failure, otherwise known as the red light of death, not to be confused with the red ring of death. Unlike the red ring of death error, which has reached almost legendary status in terms of mainstream visibility, the E74 hardware failure has remained relatively isolated, or at least so we thought.

As noted in my other thread, I recently had the E74 with my 360. Well, apparently it is a rising problem. The error has always existed, but it has increased since the NXE update. Theories range from the NXE pushing the hardware to much, to MS updating the 360s to read some RRODs as E74. Either way, the E74 is not covered by the extended RROD warranty. So, fear E74, pray for the RROD.

I get my 360 back before the end of the week, I hope it's all fixed up.

 

[TheAQU4M4N]

Xbox 360 E74 Errors on the Rise
http://gear.ign.com/articles/965/965010p1.html
http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/19/joystiq-survey-xbox-360-e74-errors-on-the-rise-since-nxe/



As noted in my other thread, I recently had the E74 with my 360. Well, apparently it is a rising problem. The error has always existed, but it has increased since the NXE update. Theories range from the NXE pushing the hardware to much, to MS updating the 360s to read some RRODs as E74. Either way, the E74 is not covered by the extended RROD warranty. So, fear E74, pray for the RROD.

I get my 360 back before the end of the week, I hope it's all fixed up.

your lucky dude, i have to wait like 3 more weeks lol

 

[Tron Bonne]

I get the one ring a lot actually, but I don't think it's error 74, I think mine is 68 or something around those lines. It does it pretty frequently actually and sometimes I have to turn it off and on multiple times, but when it finally starts I have no problem with it

 

[BrollySupersj]

I just got this 3 days ago...

 

[Dark Helmet]

This bastard broke my first XBOX 360 long before the NXE

 

[StrainedEyes]

E74 is now covered by the 3 year warranty!
http://majornelson.com/Default.aspx

Hey guys, there have been a stories recently about the E74 error message that I wanted to address. The team is aware that a very small percentage of our Xbox 360 customers have reported receiving an error that displays E74 on their screen and after investigating the issue, we have determined that the E74 error message can indicate the general hardware failure that is associated with three flashing red lights error on the console. As such, we will be covering any repairs due to the E74 error message under the three year warranty we announced related to the three flashing lights error, as well as reimbursing any customers that have already paid for an E74 related repair. This applies to new consoles for the original retail purchaser, whether purchased before or after this change. You can read additional information on the warranty extension on the Xbox.com support site. Today’s announcement reaffirms our commitment to customers that we stand behind our products and deliver a great Xbox experience.

Thanks and I look forward to reading your comments on this issue.

At least MS is willing to keep doing this, and gives refunds to all the people (me included) who paid to have it fixed.

 

[Paradyme]

I got tired of sending my console to Microsoft so I purchased a new console from Best Buy and bought the 2 or 3 year warranty (can't remember).

What happens when the E74 occurs?

 

[StrainedEyes]

I got tired of sending my console to Microsoft so I purchased a new console from Best Buy and bought the 2 or 3 year warranty (can't remember).

What happens when the E74 occurs?

Generally, you'll turn the system on and the screen/graphics will be very snowy. Soon you'd get 1 red flashing light, and it just goes straight to an error E74 screen when you turn it on.

 

[Soapy]

:facepalm

...

I just got this.

I think I'm going to wait until E3 to see if they announce a new SKU. If not I'll just get an elite.

Microsoft, I wish I knew how to quit you.

 

[KALEL114]

My friend just got this a week ago. They tried to charge 150 I think, because the CS rep said it wasn't covered. Luckily he knew better and talked to a Supervisor. He got it fixed for free.

 

[Sevket]

It happened to me on sunday for the second time and I will not be fixing it. God I hate my 360

 

[StrainedEyes]

It happened to me on sunday for the second time and I will not be fixing it. God I hate my 360

why wouldn't you fix it? I sent mine in, got it back in a week, and it works better than ever.

 

[Sevket]

why wouldn't you fix it? I sent mine in, got it back in a week, and it works better than ever.

I have to send it to Turkey to get fixed plus I got it fixed about 1.5 months ago