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Original XBOX Softmodding

Original XBOX Softmodding
In this Instructable I will describe the steps I took in softmodding an original XBOX and setting it up as a media center using XBMC  as the dash.









***** DISCLAIMER ******

I am in no way affiliated with Micro$oft, the Xbox or XBMC or any of the associated trademarks, products or people. I do not, nor have I ever possessed a copy of the XDK or compiled any source code for the Xbox therewith. I am not responsible for any damages to your person or property as a result of following the instructions contained in this Instructable.

 
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Step 1Tools & Parts

Tools & Parts
To complete this instructable you will require:

Essential Parts:
An original XBOX
An original XBOX "breakaway" cable
A male-to-female USB cable
USB key
A copy of Splinter Cell

Tools:
Pliers
Soldering Iron & solder
Electrical Tape
Scissors
Wire stripper
Helping hands (not absolutely necessary, but the sure do help)

Software:
See step 5.

Gather your tools, the breakway and USB cables and clear a workspace. You might want to set down newspaper or a protective covering as you will be soldering.

Notes:
I ruined the expensive and terrible USB cable pictured here that I purchased from The Source. I then bought one at the dollar store for a fraction of the cost that ended up being of much better quality. Lesson learned.



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11 comments
May 22, 2011. 10:29 PMradams4 says:
were do u get the save files, they are called splinter cell linux right? any way i was wondering were you get them?
Apr 16, 2012. 7:38 AMThe Dark Lord says:
Okay, anyone who's even little clueless/confused try this link:
http://lifehacker.com/299809/transform-your-classic-xbox-into-a-killer-media-center
Apr 13, 2012. 12:51 PMThe Dark Lord says:
You do know you can buy that cable you made on Amazon, right?
Nov 18, 2011. 5:50 AMJon316 says:
Can I use Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory? Else where I read it, people said not to use Chaos theory that it wont work. Is this true? Please help me out thanks.
May 9, 2011. 10:17 AMdjf2005 says:
How can I install a different dashboard, like evox or avalaunch?
Apr 27, 2011. 12:37 AMluckeycat says:
pfft, I got that soldering iron...its great! hottest thing you will ever find...burn your fingers using it and blacken new tips in under 10 minutes! Best thing for desoldering industrial solder from in power supplies.
Nov 16, 2010. 5:24 PMpapo12 says:
can i connect it straight to the computer using the xbox to pc cable?
Nov 16, 2010. 5:22 PMpapo12 says:
can i use an xbox to pc cable?
Jun 17, 2010. 7:27 AMveetiz says:
i did this on my own way: 1 step: get ndure 1,1 for splinter cell or whatever of the 3 games you have 2 step: get xplorer360 3 step: exract the udata.rar and get folder inside the udata folder 4 step: use xbox to usb adapter and put your usb stick to it 5 step: it says it has errors and must be erased 6 step: goto xplorer360 and open memory stick and put 2 folders inside the udata to root of partition1 7 step: put your usb stick to xbox and opy the linux files 8 step: open your game and load the save 9 step:bacup eeeprom 10 step: basic install 11 step: reboot xbox and finish installation 12 step: ENJOY YOUR NEW SOFTMODDED XBOX!!!!!! :D im not responsibly
Jun 15, 2010. 3:40 AMveetiz says:
in me it says it is damagged and dont format it :(

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