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Hardware FAQ

Is the standard Xbox 360 sold with the hard drive?
Of the two Xbox 360 models currently in the market, only the Premium model comes with a hard drive. The Xbox 360 Core model, however, can be upgraded at any time to include the Xbox 360 Hard Drive.


How big is the Xbox 360 hard drive?
The Xbox 360 hard drive is 20 GB.


Is the Xbox 360 hard drive external?
Yes, the hard drive is external. It can be detached easily and upgraded.


How can games be saved in the Xbox 360 Core System?
To save games in the Xbox 360 Core system you will need a hard drive or a memory unit.


Why do I need a memory unit if the Xbox 360 has a hard drive?
The memory unit is portable and can be used to transfer data or serve as an additional backup. It allows you to save Live profiles, games, etc.


What is the storage capacity of the Xbox 360 memory unit?
The storage capacity of the memory unit is 64 MB.


Can I simultaneously connect multiple memory units to the Xbox 360?
Yes, two memory units can be simultaneously connected to and used on the Xbox 360.


Does the Xbox 360 memory unit require any configuration?
No, the Xbox 360 memory unit does not require any configuration.


How much does a memory unit cost?
The Xbox 360 memory unit’s retail price is approximately $39.99 in the US, £22.99 in the UK and €34.99 in continental Europe.


What kind of Central Processing Unit (CPU) does the Xbox 360 have?
The Xbox 360 has a custom made IBM PowerPC CPU, which is very fast because of three symmetrical core processors running at 3.2 GHz each.


What kind of Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) does the Xbox have?
The Xbox 360 graphics are driven by a custom 500 MHz ATI graphics processor.


Who manufactures the Xbox 360 CPU?
IBM is the manufacturer of the Xbox 360 CPU.


Who manufactures the Xbox 360 GPU?
The Xbox 360 GPU is manufactured at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company facilities.

Who manufactures the Xbox 360 Power cable for Europe?

What's technology on CPU and GPU ( 90nm or 65 nm )?


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