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How to Reset Your Xbox 360

How to Reset Your Xbox 360

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This article explains how to reset an Xbox 360 to factory settings. It includes information on how to find the console's serial number, which is needed during the reset process, and how to back up your Xbox files before wiping your hard drive. It also includes information on clearing the Xbox cache.

How to Factory Reset Your XBOX 360

There are a few good reasons to reset an Xbox 360 to its factory settings. Resetting an Xbox 360 can fix some of the weird issues that can crop up after years of use, and it's also a good idea to wipe all of your data before trading in or giving away your old console.

Resetting your Xbox 360 involves formatting the hard drive, which cannot be undone. Once you're done, your Xbox 360 will be restored to its original factory settings.

From the System Settings menu, select Storage.