Now that we've added
a mod chip to our Xbox, it's time to give the game console
a serious face-lift. No, we're not changing the case. We're
going to replace the Microsoft dashboard with a new one called
Evolution X (EvoX).
Not only does EvoX look better, but it also adds
much-needed functionality, such as an FTP/telnet server and
the ability to launch third-party applications and backed-up
games.
Before we go on with the mod, it's time for our daily
disclaimer.
Important note Xbox mods are not supported by Microsoft and may be illegal
under the DMCA. If you mod your Xbox, you are willingly
voiding the warranty and potentially breaking the law. If done
improperly, modding could damage your Xbox.
Got it? Good.
Find EvoX First you need to locate the EvoX binary. Your best bet is
a file-sharing program such as KaZaA or LimeWire, or a
newsgroup. Once you find a copy, make sure you have the latest
version by visiting the EvoX
website.
After you get your copy, you need to modify the evox.ini
file to meet your needs. For detailed instructions on
modifying the evox.ini file, read this Xbox-Scene
tutorial. Although the evox.ini file may seem
intimidating, don't stress. Ninety-nine percent of the default
values are fine.
Burn EvoX Now that you're happy with the evox.ini file, it's time to
burn EvoX to a DVD-R. Wait, you need a DVD burner? Yup. Not a
CD burner, but a DVD-R burner. I recommend the Sony
DRU500AX. Sony's burner supports all the DVD formats and
is the best DVD burner I've used.
You need to create an ISO image to burn. Not just a
standard ISO image, however, but an XISO image. Read these
simple instructions on
creating an XISO image.
I used Nero
to burn the image to a boot disc.
Boot into EvoX Once you've created the DVD, insert it into your Xbox and
turn on the console. Rather than the boring Microsoft
dashboard, you'll see the ExoX dashboard. You can now
FTP/telnet into your Xbox.
Ready to install EvoX to the hard drive? Think again. First
thing's first: Next we back up the Xbox via FTP. Then we
install a 120GB hard drive. But
that's for tomorrow's show.
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