The Xbox 360 console has been hit with the three red lights of death error from the day it has been released.
Over a third of consoles suffer from this problem and many people discover that it always seems to start just as the warranty expires.
The only choice here is a hefty repair bill or a new console.
Well there is a third choice.
You can fix this yourself with no technical knowledge.
Most people know this problem is related to heat but do not know exactly what is causing it.
The main cause of this problem is related to the way the system is assembled and can be easy to fix.
Once you see this error occur you should switch the console off immediately, as this can result in hardware damage.
There are then two ways you can get this fixed.
#1.
Send the console to Microsoft.
You should only do this if it is under warranty or you will face a big repair bill.
#2.
Repair it yourself.
To do this you have to know what is causing the problem and fix it.
Without any clear instructions or a guide, you can end up causing permanent damage to the console.
The first time you see this error power off the unit until it is completely cooled down and try it again.
Sometimes this will work but if the three red lights of death keep appearing then you need to take other steps to fix this.
The easiest way to fix this problem is with a video guide and a manual that shows you step-by-step how to fix this problem.
With a proper guide you can fix this with no technical knowledge at all and fix this in minutes without risk to your Xbox 360.