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Xbox won't read disks - Ways to Fix the Problem if it wont read disk
By ChrisGamingExpert, (DT)
December 9, 2009 9:58 AM PT

Xbox wont read disc - Know the Steps to Fix it

If there is a problem with your disc reader then also the Xbox wont read disc. Sometimes the Xbox 360 is unable to read the disc due to an error in the disc reader.

In the following paragraphs you will find information on how to fix this error of Xbox won't read discs.

In case you find your Xbox is giving an error message and is unable to read disc you must switch it off for some time. Let it cool down for at least 30 seconds and then turn it on again. This time you might find your console not giving the message of Xbox wont read disc.

360 does not detect - Is it a Laser Problem

You can also remove the hard disc drive along with the other removable disc drives for the time being. Once the console has cooled down you can again reboot it. This will help you in solving the problem of Xbox wont read disc.

In fact it is a good idea to clean the disc before you insert it. Clean the disc with a cleaner and then insert it. If it runs this time then it is not a problem otherwise it smells of a serious problem.

Sometimes the problem with the Xbox 360 gaming console is that the laser is unable to read the disc. When the Xbox won't read discs it is a high possibility that the laser is creating some kind of problem and is unable to detect the disc inside. The Xbox 360 Back to Life is a guide which will help you to overcome this problem. This is available at the "Xbox360 Fixer Site" .