Do not turn off the console during the update. If it seems stuck, wait at least 15 minutes. If it fails, you may need to clear the cache first. Important Information for Modders (JTAG/RGH)

Standard system updates sometimes fail to download avatar animations and assets, leaving characters appearing as blank gray silhouettes. A manual system reinstall fixes this issue.

Ensures newer (late-gen) Xbox 360 games run correctly.

Before downloading any files, verify your console's current version to determine if an update is required. Turn on the console and go to the hub. Select System Settings , then select Console Settings . Scroll down and highlight System Info .

If you own a modified console (using JTAG or RGH), use the standard official system update. Applying a standard Microsoft update to a JTAG/RGH console can overwrite the modified NAND, potentially "bricking" the device and rendering it unusable. If you need to update a modified console's dashboard while preserving your modifications, you must use specialized tools like J-Runner to patch and flash a new NAND image that incorporates your console's unique information.

Choose the target dashboard version (typically 17559) and select the appropriate hack type (RGH2, RGH3, etc.). Create the Image: Click Create XeBuild Image .

If your console cannot connect to the internet, or if you are repairing a console offline, you can download the update file using a computer and transfer it via a USB flash drive. Requirements: A PC with an internet connection.

But as the minutes ticked by, John's excitement began to give way to frustration. The download seemed to be taking forever, and he could feel his evening slipping away. He checked his internet connection, thinking that maybe it was slow, but everything seemed normal.