So, I was going to go the PS2 way for a mod chip, but then I got an x box yesterday. It looks like I have to take a similar approach and get a mod chip (any recommendations?)

So after I get a solderless mod chip, I also have to network my pc to the xbox... can any damage be caused to the harddrive of the xbox by the networking? Is there a program that is better than others for the backing up process?
Do I need a bigger harddrive if I am just backing up 1 game at a time?

If anyone knows of a reputable website that has modchips for the xbox(I have heard of people getting ripped off), and also let me know if there are any crucial steps I may overlook in this backup process.

Also, I am looking all over this xbox to find the version#... the only thing remotely looking like a version number is on the back... a line of digits
100V - 127V ~2.1A... should I assume it is 2.1A?

I know these questions are probably asked all too frequently, so I apologize for having to ask them again. Primarily, if someone can just point me in the right direction on the modchip I should get, and what version xbox I have, I cna probably get the rest on my own.

Well I have a v.1.2, any recommendation on a solderless chip? My last question after that is this. If one day my xbox got fried, and I decided to no longer do the networking thing, but still put a mod chip in it, would it play my already backed up games? Or would I need to do some special modification again.

In truth, I am somewhat hesitant to mess with my xbox since I care about it than my playstation. But if you can answer these questions I would appreciate it.

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DO NOT get a solderless chip. They suck and cost about $25 more. Get an Xecuter chip and you can do everything with their 4981 BIOS (not 4983)

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Well, my solderless chip has been across the continent twice, been checked baggage on an airplane, been thrown on the ground, banged, slamed, and it still going. Solderless is just fine. Do some reading at xbox-scene.com

Lets review this thread:
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mod chip (any recommendations?)

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DO NOT get a solderless chip. They suck and cost about $25 more.

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Solderless is just fine. Do some reading at xbox-scene.com

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If you're going to mod your own box to it the right way and solder it. I am a member and always reading at x-scene. Also, I wouldn't be boasting about my solderless chip if I had one.

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I'm glad you are a member of xbox-scene, and I'm happy you can read. Yes there are a lot of problems by people who don't read and learn about installing modchips. "Solderless sucks" is not informative, my comment, that MY solderless xbit works just fine and is hardy, is my opinion and a fact. Its true, it is hardy and works great. There are pros and cons of each. Solderless adds stability, but once in, upgrading your chip will be very tricky. Pogo can be tricky to install, but always upgradeable. So, since you don't have a solderless chip, and since therefore you have no experiance with one, I can conclude that your comments about 'boasting' are uninformed and dimwitted at best.