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Best method for increasing memory on Xbox 360 4GB (2013)

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  • 05-08-2014 11:17am
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    ciarsd
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    Hi folks, complete newby for all things Xbox. Got my hands on a very cheap (new) Xbox 360 4GB (2013 model). Would like to up the memory if possible to help with games such as Forza/Call of Duty which requires the preload of a 2nd disc.

    What's my best options without hacking the box - keeping things legit? Factoring lag/buffer time into account for USB solutions.

    Many thanks.


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    Mickeroo
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    32GB Usb drive, I use one for extra space on 60GB model and games run off it fine.


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    ciarsd
    Registered Users Posts: 2,326 ✭✭✭ciarsd


    Mickeroo wrote: »
    32GB Usb drive, I use one for extra space on 60GB model and games run off it fine.

    Thanks for the reply - any particular brand/spec or should they work ok regardless (well once its not some cheap Chinese knockoff) ?


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    Riesen_Meal
    Registered Users Posts: 10,577 ✭✭✭✭Riesen_Meal


    ciarsd wrote: »
    Thanks for the reply - any particular brand/spec or should they work ok regardless (well once its not some cheap Chinese knockoff) ?

    Be careful also..

    Some games (like GTA V and Battlefield 4) actually require a hard drive to play the game (and USB does not suffice) make sure and look into what games your planning on playing first...


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    Mickeroo
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    ciarsd wrote: »
    Thanks for the reply - any particular brand/spec or should they work ok regardless (well once its not some cheap Chinese knockoff) ?

    I went with Sandisk, they seem to have a good rep. Transcend are also good. 32GB drives are pretty cheap these days too.

    memoryc are pretty good and you generally have your stuff within 2 days even with the free delivery option: http://www.memoryc.ie/products/type/USB_Products/USB_Flash_Drives/index.html#Capacity=32GB&page=0


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    EoghanIRL
    Registered Users Posts: 4,080 ✭✭✭EoghanIRL


    I would also advise Sand disk .
    The Sandisk cruzer is great . I have one .
    I would advise buying online as it is generally cheaper . I have 4gb version of this and it's great . I use it to play movies on my xbox.

    This is a good enough price :
    http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B005FYNT3G/ref=pd_aw_sims_1?pi=SS115


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    niallon
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    Titanfall, NFS Rivals, Battlefield 4 are the only 3 games that require a hard drive as opposed to just storage as far as I know so unless you plan to play any of those three you're good with a USB

    That said though, I'd imagine you'll find a lot of the big releases this winter will require Hard Drive as opposed to USB so I'd suggest picking up a proper Xbox HDD


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    ciarsd
    Registered Users Posts: 2,326 ✭✭✭ciarsd


    niallon wrote: »
    That said though, I'd imagine you'll find a lot of the big releases this winter will require Hard Drive as opposed to USB so I'd suggest picking up a proper Xbox HDD

    When you say proper Xbox HDD do you mean replacing the internal one or a supported external HDD connected via USB? I don't mind paying at all, once I get the right solution, which is why I'm here talking to you pro's :cool:


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    Riesen_Meal
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    ciarsd wrote: »
    When you say proper Xbox HDD do you mean replacing the internal one or a supported external HDD connected via USB? I don't mind paying at all, once I get the right solution, which is why I'm here talking to you pro's :cool:

    The internal one built onto the board, its 4gb flash memory, so look at an official Xbox 360 250gb slim hard drive, cheapest on Amazon or you might get a second hand one on adverts....


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    ciarsd
    Registered Users Posts: 2,326 ✭✭✭ciarsd


    Fieldog wrote: »
    The internal one built onto the board, its 4gb flash memory, so look at an official Xbox 360 250gb slim hard drive, cheapest on Amazon or you might get a second hand one on adverts....

    Thanks for all of the help. I am now on the search for a good priced new or good condition used slim hard drive if anyone has any pointers - 250/320GB I'm not fussy :cool:


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    Lyncher2014
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    I was thinking of trying something like this before with a USB stick. I have a 1TB external hard drive. Would this work if i connect it up ?


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    dubaicentral
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    Lyncher2014 wrote: »
    I was thinking of trying something like this before with a USB stick. I have a 1TB external hard drive. Would this work if i connect it up ?
    Unfortunately not. USB storage is limited to 32gb per device on 360.


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    ciarsd
    Registered Users Posts: 2,326 ✭✭✭ciarsd


    Plenty of cheap drives on Adverts, which will slot straight in for you.


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    Stone Deaf 4evr
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    ciarsd wrote: »
    Thanks for all of the help. I am now on the search for a good priced new or good condition used slim hard drive if anyone has any pointers - 250/320GB I'm not fussy :cool:

    gamestop often have them as well (used). it'll be dearer, but at least you'll get a warranty if needed.


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