Difference between a 1st gen XBOX & a 2nd ? - DVDfile.com forum for DVD, Blu-Ray, and HD-DVD

JiggyG1 · 08-29-2005, 03:11 AM

I'm in the market for buying an Xbox. I've heard that there were alot of problems with the first generation consoles. How do I tell the difference between 1st generation and 2nd generation consoles ? My friend tells me that Microsoft has fixed all the related problems that plagued the 1st gen system. Can I see the difference (ex: serial #'s, something on the side ?). I just don't want to mistakenly purchase a 1st generation console....I want to be informed because quite frankly, I don't trust store merchants. My friend says the difference is mainly the cd drive. How can I tell ? If someone out there could help it would be greatly appreciated.

elwood731 · 08-29-2005, 04:51 AM

Any new system you buy at a store is no longer first gen. Those sold through long ago. Now, used is another story...

JiggyG1 · 08-29-2005, 02:44 PM

Not to sound rude Elwood, but you state the obvious. It's common sense that a new console would be 2nd generation. I posted a question asking what the differences are when purchasing a used system. Why would I invest over 200 bucks for a new console when the the 360 is around the corner ? The reason I'm interested in a used console is because they sell for about 125 dollars.

brian · 08-29-2005, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by JiggyG1

Not to sound rude Elwood, but you state the obvious. It's common sense that a new console would be 2nd generation. I posted a question asking what the differences are when purchasing a used system. Why would I invest over 200 bucks for a new console when the the 360 is around the corner ? The reason I'm interested in a used console is because they sell for about 125 dollars.

http://www.consolesandgadgets.com/xb...sion_guide.htm

There's your guide to finding out which Xbox version you may have. Also, a new Xbox can be purchased for $150, which may be worth the extra $25 investment.

Anyways, like Elwood, I did not gather that you meant "used" systems in your first post as the word "used" is nowhere to be found. Thank you for the clarification.

umainebearman · 08-30-2005, 01:29 AM

As far as the dvd drive is concerned... I don't know how they decide what 3 they use goes into what console. I think the x boxs are up to version 1.7 now. And no there is no way to tell what version you are getting until you get it home and get at the serial number. For mor of that info check out Xbox Scene

JiggyG1 · 08-31-2005, 01:16 AM

Many thanks Brian. I now know what to look for when purchasing a used Xbox. I would like to apologize to Elwood. Looking back at my thread, I didn't realize that I had forgotten to mention that I was looking to buy a used system. Anyway, you mention that I can get a new console for around $150 bucks. Remember that in the USA things are much cheaper than here in Toronto. A new Xbox (which comes as a bundle) is selling for $230 dollars. I wish I could find a new one for $150 !!! I'd scoop it up in a second ! Anyway, I guess I'll have to settle for a used system (which will set me back around $140 plus taxes.)
I just wanted to thank you for your reply. (and to Elwood...I'm sorry. I was the one who goofed up.)

08-29-2005, 03:11 AM	#1 (permalink)
JiggyG1 Actor Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Somewhere in Toronto, Ontario.	Difference between a 1st gen XBOX & a 2nd ? I'm in the market for buying an Xbox. I've heard that there were alot of problems with the first generation consoles. How do I tell the difference between 1st generation and 2nd generation consoles ? My friend tells me that Microsoft has fixed all the related problems that plagued the 1st gen system. Can I see the difference (ex: serial #'s, something on the side ?). I just don't want to mistakenly purchase a 1st generation console....I want to be informed because quite frankly, I don't trust store merchants. My friend says the difference is mainly the cd drive. How can I tell ? If someone out there could help it would be greatly appreciated.

08-29-2005, 04:51 AM	#2 (permalink)
elwood731 Moderator Emeritus On a mission from God Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Kentucky	Any new system you buy at a store is no longer first gen. Those sold through long ago. Now, used is another story... __________________ "Stupid people surround themselves with smart people. Smart people surround themselves with smart people who disagree with them." - Sports Night "You may not be a maniac, but neither should to remain an impotent!" - Damian

08-30-2005, 01:29 AM	#5 (permalink)
umainebearman Nuked for Morbid Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Savannah,GA	As far as the dvd drive is concerned... I don't know how they decide what 3 they use goes into what console. I think the x boxs are up to version 1.7 now. And no there is no way to tell what version you are getting until you get it home and get at the serial number. For mor of that info check out Xbox Scene __________________ "We better win the F**king emmy for this this year or I swear to god..." Ronald D. Moore My DVD Collection

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08-29-2005, 02:44 PM	#3 (permalink)
JiggyG1 Actor Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Somewhere in Toronto, Ontario.	Not to sound rude Elwood, but you state the obvious. It's common sense that a new console would be 2nd generation. I posted a question asking what the differences are when purchasing a used system. Why would I invest over 200 bucks for a new console when the the 360 is around the corner ? The reason I'm interested in a used console is because they sell for about 125 dollars.

08-31-2005, 01:16 AM	#6 (permalink)
JiggyG1 Actor Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Somewhere in Toronto, Ontario.	Many thanks Brian. I now know what to look for when purchasing a used Xbox. I would like to apologize to Elwood. Looking back at my thread, I didn't realize that I had forgotten to mention that I was looking to buy a used system. Anyway, you mention that I can get a new console for around $150 bucks. Remember that in the USA things are much cheaper than here in Toronto. A new Xbox (which comes as a bundle) is selling for $230 dollars. I wish I could find a new one for $150 !!! I'd scoop it up in a second ! Anyway, I guess I'll have to settle for a used system (which will set me back around $140 plus taxes.) I just wanted to thank you for your reply. (and to Elwood...I'm sorry. I was the one who goofed up.)