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How to Handle an Xbox Dirty Disc Error
By ChrisGamingExpert, (DT)
December 5, 2009 10:59 AM PT

Fixing the Xbox dirty disc error: Start with the disc

Before you think about replacing your DVD drive at the sight of the Xbox dirty disc error, you might want to go through a couple of basic troubleshooting steps first. For instance, you want to check the disc first and see if it's damaged or it's dirty.

Go over the shiny side of the disc to make sure that it is clean and it doesn't have scratches on it. Observe the scratches because the ones that follow the curve of the CD can actually prevent the disc lens from reading the information in them. In case you find such type of scratch, then you know where the problem is coming from. You wouldn't be able to play the disc so you'll have to order a new one or take it back to the store where you got it if you haven't used the CD before.

Now, if the disc is just dirty, you only need to clean it using a soft cloth, wiping the disc from the center, outward. After that, try loading it onto the console and see if you're still coming up with the Xbox dirty disc error.

Another thing that you need to remember is that game discs and the consoles are created for specific countries and regions. You might want to make sure that the disc is compatible with the region on your Xbox, otherwise, the console will not be able to read it.

Outside the disc: Fix Xbox dirty lens, etc.

But sometimes, the error is coming up because it's the console itself that's having a problem. Start by turning your Xbox on and then off; after which, load your disc again. If the same thing comes up, try other discs and find out if you're encountering the same issue.

Now if the problem isn't resolved, you may need to move on to your disc lens. You need to fix your Xbox's dirty lens to get them to read your CDs again. For this, you may need to pry your console open to get to the disc drive.

Now if you're very keen on the idea of opening your console to resolve your Xbox dirty disc error, you can visit this xbox repair site for more details.