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Microsoft's Xbox-Killer 'E74' Fault Now Under Warranty (PC Magazine)

 
PC Magazine - It may not quite the same ring as the "red ring of death," but Xbox 360 owners have discovered that an "E74" message displayed on their TV screen means the same thing. On Tuesday, Microsoft extended its warranty program to cover it. (link)

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