So how does membership work for X Box live? What exactly do I need to get all set?
So how does membership work for X Box live? What exactly do I need to get all set?
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Xbox Silver = anyone with a 360 and an internet connection. Can download items from marketplace, message people and receive gifts in-game, still activates gamerscore etc. CANNOT PLAY MULTIPLAYER ONLINEOriginally Posted by Reason
Xbox Gold = all of the above + ONLINE MULTIPLAYER. You need a subscription card to do this - usually activates 2 days (free cards with new consoles) 3 months, 6 months or 12 months. 12 months is obviously the best value. All you do is plug your Xbox into your router/modem, connect to Xbox Live, enter in your subscription code and you're good to game online.
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You can actually set it up on your xbox to automatically charge a card or whatever for your service. I was going monthly at like 7.99/month, but I ended up buying a year service for $50. Not bad all things considered. I get a lot fewer problems with connections and such on 360 Live than I did with PS2, but the service on PS2 was free.
John Perdue
1998 Subaru Legacy GT
2004 Subaru Outback
2013 Ford F-150
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Everyone who has Import Tuner, Test Drive Unlimited, or Forza Motorsport 2: I'm thinking about setting up some kind of informal get-together schedule and circulating it like crazy so that people know that there will be folks online playing these games. I know that it's been asked before, but what's everyone's availability? I'm usually on in the evening between 9-11 or so on most evenings, with the exception of weekends.
I was thinking about having something going on with Forza or TDU going on once a week on Mondays or Wednesdays, if everyone is cool with that.
Any takers?
2010 Red Impreza 2.5i hatchback - SOLD
(Still driving a Subaru now, though)
So $50 for 12 months. Where does one get this card if I buy a used system?
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1998 BD L EJ25/EJ22 High Compression
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1993 Suzuki GSX-R 750
1998 BK L PARTED
1991 Legacy SS SOLD
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1989 Honda CR-X A.K.A. "The Beast"
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Gamestop, Microcenter, EBGames, ebay has them too.Originally Posted by Reason
If you're buying used, I would avoid any units that have a silver CD tray - these were commonly version 1-2 and were more prone to overheating and dying. I have a model from Christmas last year and have done several 8hour gaming sessions without any overheating issues.
If you are going to go used, why not just buy a refurbed item (Gamestop/EB Games/Microcenter have them for $180)...at least then you'll get a warranty
http://www.gamestop.com/Browse/Search.aspx?N=133+196
http://www.microcenter.com/single_produ ... id=0290267
The Microcenter version comes with a 20Gig drive already installed. You'd only have to spend $50 more dollars + whatever game to get online and gaming. Under $300 for your COD4 pleasure.
OT, my 20gig HD arrived today. WOOHOO!
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I'm getting one with a Falcon chipset, HDMI hook up an 20GB HD. What I read the Falcon chipset is from the later versions and run cooler.
4Zero1 Motorsports
2010 BM GT
1998 BD L EJ25/EJ22 High Compression
1993 GSX-R 750 (version 2.0)
1993 Suzuki GSX-R 750
1998 BK L PARTED
1991 Legacy SS SOLD
1997 BD GT R.I.P. 12/24/06 Running Mean with 117 whp!
1989 Honda CR-X A.K.A. "The Beast"
1991 Suzuki GSX-R 750 R.I.P. 11/10/06
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"No matter how much you've done, or how successful you've been, there's always more to do, always more to learn, and always more to achieve." - Barack Obama
Yep, that's correct. You'll essentially have what I have then. I bought an Arcade pack w/out HDD, but it came with an HDMI hookup. Now I have a 20GB HDD. I still lack the HDTV though!Originally Posted by Reason
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USDM 07 Honda Odyssey - Mrs Huffer;
Live Like No One Else - Debt Free
That'd be pretty cool, but I work every third day for 24hrs and I don't bring my 360 to work. I tried something similar on Forza 2 before...small group of people, everyone get the same car and modify it to a certain level (Spec B, C, A, whatever) and then do a series race with'em. It worked for a little while...made for some interesting races and setups.Originally Posted by ryu_haneda
John Perdue
1998 Subaru Legacy GT
2004 Subaru Outback
2013 Ford F-150
Doesn't sound like a bad idea, though I vote for different cars at the same performance level (within reason).
~Matt
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No problem... Wednesday doesn't have to be the day, and frankly I'm starting to like the idea of Mondays for game night.
Unless anyone else wants to offer a suggestion for a day (with the exception of the weekends), sounds to me like Monday may take the cake.
I'll probably be doing Test Drive unlimited as well and Import Tuner Challenge. Whether or not I'll play those two the same night as well or on another evening is debatable.
Thoughts?
2010 Red Impreza 2.5i hatchback - SOLD
(Still driving a Subaru now, though)
ok i got cod4 and gta tonight im on now.
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Okay, I've thought about this in my head, and two days of the week qualify for Xbox LIVE play for me: Monday and Tuesday.
What times work best for people on these two days? I might be able to go online between 9-11pm on Mondays, and something similar for Tuesdays.
If we do Monday AND Tuesday, then Mondays would probably be Forza 2 only, and then Tuesdays would be Test Drive Unlimited/Import Tuner Challenge depending on the number of people that show.
2010 Red Impreza 2.5i hatchback - SOLD
(Still driving a Subaru now, though)
I could do a couple hours on monday nights, but i'd still miss every third, but that's cool. I might play some Forza 2 tonight...dunno. Depends on how class goes and how sober I stay.
John Perdue
1998 Subaru Legacy GT
2004 Subaru Outback
2013 Ford F-150
All right then. Time to start thinking about options.
I don't have a whole bunch of xbox live experience yet, but I do know that you can have private chats online. Does anyone know if you can private chat with a group of people? (That way you don't wind up losing them when you go between screens in Forza 2.)
I'll ask the Forza 2 staff some questions about get-togethers shortly. Same thing with TDU and Import Tuner. Stay tuned...
2010 Red Impreza 2.5i hatchback - SOLD
(Still driving a Subaru now, though)
I'm pretty sure you can setup a race lobby and invite in so many people (8 maybe?) and talk with multiple people there, as well as during the race and maybe even during the load screen IIRC. You cannot have a private chat with multiple people though...only two party.
John Perdue
1998 Subaru Legacy GT
2004 Subaru Outback
2013 Ford F-150
Okay, so it's pretty much settled that this Monday will be the first major test... I'm going to log on and set up a room for us for Forza 2 Monday evening/night.
The question remains: when will everyone be available?
I can start Monday night at 6 or 7pm, or if that's too late, I can start at 9:30 or 10:30. I don't own the post, so I can't set up a vote, but let me know what you want!
(Oh by the way, just to make sure people go online Monday night, I plan on posting this up on pretty much every forum I go to as well.)
This Monday is just a test, and to meet you all and see what you think about this as a possible future get-together on a weekly basis. I'll be taking suggestions and calling the shots for restrictions, car classes, etc.
2010 Red Impreza 2.5i hatchback - SOLD
(Still driving a Subaru now, though)
I was playing COD4 at my buddies house today. I tried getting Rob on but the bastard never answered my texts.
4Zero1 Motorsports
2010 BM GT
1998 BD L EJ25/EJ22 High Compression
1993 GSX-R 750 (version 2.0)
1993 Suzuki GSX-R 750
1998 BK L PARTED
1991 Legacy SS SOLD
1997 BD GT R.I.P. 12/24/06 Running Mean with 117 whp!
1989 Honda CR-X A.K.A. "The Beast"
1991 Suzuki GSX-R 750 R.I.P. 11/10/06
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"No matter how much you've done, or how successful you've been, there's always more to do, always more to learn, and always more to achieve." - Barack Obama
Rob never gets on...loans his 360s out all the time. Fucker *buzzin, but not drunk...rob is still a fucker *
John Perdue
1998 Subaru Legacy GT
2004 Subaru Outback
2013 Ford F-150
He is a fucker for not texting me back.
4Zero1 Motorsports
2010 BM GT
1998 BD L EJ25/EJ22 High Compression
1993 GSX-R 750 (version 2.0)
1993 Suzuki GSX-R 750
1998 BK L PARTED
1991 Legacy SS SOLD
1997 BD GT R.I.P. 12/24/06 Running Mean with 117 whp!
1989 Honda CR-X A.K.A. "The Beast"
1991 Suzuki GSX-R 750 R.I.P. 11/10/06
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"No matter how much you've done, or how successful you've been, there's always more to do, always more to learn, and always more to achieve." - Barack Obama
Hello, my name is Rob, and I have this silly little hobby called a JOB.Originally Posted by Reason
Plus I'm getting ready for my killer Halloween party your not coming too
-Rob
Project: Black/Black '05 UA6 Acura TL 6spd | Injen Cold Air | A Spec Front Lip | Yellow Fogs
Daily Driver: Black/Black '01 BE6 2.5GT Limited 5spd | '03 Front bumper | JDM Heads, Tails, Fogs | Bilsteins w/ H&R Sports | JDM WRX Trans w/ ACT | B4 17's
Past: Black/Black '99 BD6 2.5GT Limited 5spd | JDM Heads, Tails, Fogs | WR Limited Gold 18" Spec-B's | JDM GDA WRX Seats F&R | JDM WRX Wheel
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It's not a good hobby for you. You should be playing more x Box. And I'm getting ready for a Halloween party that you will not be attending to either
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2010 BM GT
1998 BD L EJ25/EJ22 High Compression
1993 GSX-R 750 (version 2.0)
1993 Suzuki GSX-R 750
1998 BK L PARTED
1991 Legacy SS SOLD
1997 BD GT R.I.P. 12/24/06 Running Mean with 117 whp!
1989 Honda CR-X A.K.A. "The Beast"
1991 Suzuki GSX-R 750 R.I.P. 11/10/06
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"No matter how much you've done, or how successful you've been, there's always more to do, always more to learn, and always more to achieve." - Barack Obama
Bitch, I got three hobbies. I work a better than full-time job, a volunteer full-time job, and I go to school full-time. I still find time for the SLi guys...again, you're a fucker.
j/k...love ya buddy...not like that, but yeah.
John Perdue
1998 Subaru Legacy GT
2004 Subaru Outback
2013 Ford F-150
A-Spec Car...tuning as we speak. lol
John Perdue
1998 Subaru Legacy GT
2004 Subaru Outback
2013 Ford F-150
Just got my $25 Gamestop card in the mail today. Used games FTW... no way am I taking the depreciation hit!
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USDM 07 Honda Odyssey - Mrs Huffer;
Live Like No One Else - Debt Free
you need to put that $25 toward some XBOX Live Gold so you can race with us.
John Perdue
1998 Subaru Legacy GT
2004 Subaru Outback
2013 Ford F-150
Single-player action with the VIS Accura Integra. I'm looking forward to this Monday. Time will be 7pm eastern for the test run.
It's most likely going to be a test run with B and A class cars. Classes will be enforced, these will be single exhibition races, and I will most likely be bringing out at least one Subaru on track.
...and I'll probably start posting this on other boards I go to online as well. See you soon! Look for an Exhibition room with tag Ryu Haneda.
2010 Red Impreza 2.5i hatchback - SOLD
(Still driving a Subaru now, though)
Josh (Pre98Zetec/White01Vortec) is wanting to race with us too, but he might not be around til like 9ish? He plays COD4 and shit with us too.
John Perdue
1998 Subaru Legacy GT
2004 Subaru Outback
2013 Ford F-150
Mondays don't work well for me - I have band practice then...
I'm the black dog on the racetrack. Watch your paint.
- Roger - Site Admin
My signature is now a shout-out to the SLi veterans who keep this site flowing with good knowledge and informative opinion. You KNOW who you are, so keep it up!
USDM 04 LL Bean H6 Wagon - TANK
USDM 98 GT Wagon - Pandgrish - RIP; USDM 98 GT Sedan - 216k RIP; NZDM 99 GF8 - retired
USDM 07 Honda Odyssey - Mrs Huffer;
Live Like No One Else - Debt Free
No problem. Monday is our first test run, and the official time will be 9pm to 10pm eastern. Bring your A and B game
I'm still up in the air about Tuesday, but the same time will probably apply. If Tuesday is done, we will run another test run (classes to be determined).
2010 Red Impreza 2.5i hatchback - SOLD
(Still driving a Subaru now, though)