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It is completely reversible. You can pop in one of the multiple installer discs and they have options to completely remove the soft mod and its files. Installer discs such as Rocky5 Extras disc, OGXBOXInstaller, Hexen, etc.

I've been testing this for 2 ish weeks as they've added some of these new features. Here's a video unlocking a factory locked stock orpaned WD HDD with vendor comands. Here's a video of unlocking a factory locked stock orphaned Seagate slim HDD with vendor commands. It also works on rubber jacket seagate models, but I didn't have a factory locked (maximum security) HDD to test it on. This did unlock every drive I threw at it. Because Team Resurgent was still working on fixing issues with older generation Xenium chips, all of the unlocking was done on an Xblast Aladdin modchip I converted myself from a cheap Aladdin XT Plus 2 from China and a 49LF080A from Digikey. Special thanks to Modzville for helping me figuring out the Xblast Aladdin stuff. I'm impressed at the incremental updates, but floored by the double massive feature drop of other modchip support and Vendor Specific Command orphan HDD unlocking.

Just wanted to show off the newly printed X3 Bank Select Buttons without starting a new topic. They look much better than the resin I was using and I think they look better than the stock white buttons, honestly.

Hey guys. I’m hoping to find the gerber for the OG, front mounting bios switches. I have found the chunkier files here on GitHub, but I’m hoping to avoid that and go with the original, thinner version. The goal is to have one made in WHITE for a project I have planned.

I've used Rocky's Extras Disc to reset to factory multiple times when I was first starting out. I made tons of mistakes and didn't feel comfortable trying to fix it with limited knowledge, so I just reset and tried again. You can burn it to a dvd-r using ImgBurn, but I prefer to just ftp it to the Apps folder and launch as a virtual disc. In his softmod files, you'll find an Extras Disc folder, within that is an Attacher folder that has a file in it that says 'place extras disc in here'. Place the Extras Disc.iso in this folder. It should have an Attacher file in it also. Ftp this folder to your Apps and reset the xbox and launch it. Navigate to the Advanced Options I think it's called, and you'll see a Factory Reset option. It'll ask if you want to keep gamesaves before the reset. If you plan on wiping and starting fresh, I'd recommend backing up the t/data and u/data folders on every xbox, to scan for dlc that has been lost to time. You can browse the original dashboard before doing anything to see if you have any. While scanning through your game saves, if any have a green checkmark or green arrow, it could be valuable. Some games won't even have arrows, but you'll notice the file size is different when you scroll right and left between the main game icon and gamesave. This is likely a title update, and it's hard to notice. Pinecone is a handy tool to scan for missing dlc, however, Harcroft is working on an App for the xbox from what I hear, to make it much easier. With Endgame's release, it'll be even easier, no softmod needed to scan. Another neat feature of Rocky's factory reset option, is he installs an audio track that is part of the uddae exploit. This allows you to resoftmod at any time, without the need for a game disc or softmod files. I've done it multiple times and it's very easy. Just copy/paste and rename the audio track and it's modded again. The instructions are included in his softmod package. I recently put a 60GB OCZ Agility II in one of mine and noticed a difference immediately. Seek times are non existent. XBMC4Gamers and Emustation are much more responsive, compared to my WD20EZBX. It was my original ssd for my pc when I built it in 2010 and has been lying around forever. Figured I'd try it out to test.

Hotswap method is not highly recommended. It’s best to go ahead with a softmod and then proceed to FTP the eeprom backup files to your PC in labeled folders to keep track of which Xbox they’re for. The softmod tools will indeed make a backup, but only to a folder within the Xbox. So that’s why you need to move them to a pc. Those eeprom files allow you to either build a new HDD for repair, or recover an old one that may have been messed up by accident. Looks like you e a good plan going so far.

X3IR. Don't bother tracking one down as it requires an actual fully functioning XP system to setup. I have one here that I cannot use. Just use a Xerc2 instead and put the receiver behind the window.

Speak of the Devil. Integrated Elpis HD and Xblast Aladdin/Jafar Support... as well as efficient HDD unlocking. I want to try buying some HDD lots and seeing if I can find any gold. Open-source is proving to be quite competitive for not making anybody any money. "Life... Will find a way..." ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PrometheOS, the trailblazing custom operating system for Xenium/OpenXenium and Aladdin Chips, has just unveiled its latest version, V1.2.0. This release heralds a significant expansion in compatibility and features, setting a new benchmark in the modding community's capabilities. What's New in V1.2.0: Expanded Modchip Support: Now includes support for XBlast Aladdin/Jaffar-based modchips, specifically targeting 1MB 49LF080(A) flash chips. Crucial Fixes for Xenium Chips: Addressed and resolved an issue where PrometheOS was not working on some genuine Xenium chips. VSC Unlocking Feature: Introduces the ability to unlock any OEM OG Xbox drive, even without a known HDD key or if it's not paired with the console. This is a significant breakthrough especially when it comes to DLC Preservation of orphaned drives. It can take up to 20+ seconds to complete. HDD Lock/Unlock Efficiency: Improvements in the speed of HDD locking and unlocking. Custom Fan Speed Control: Users can now set custom fan speeds directly within PrometheOS. Additional Audio Options: Adds volume control for background music and sound effects, giving users more customization over their theme. Integration of Elpis HD: For those with Cerbios HD-enabled BIOS, Elpis HD is now integrated into PrometheOS. UI and Navigation Improvements: Upgrades to the default UI colors for both the skin and Web UI, along with enhanced menu navigation that remembers your last position, make for a more streamlined interface. Community and Collaboration: Welcoming Phantom: The team is excited to introduce Phantom, the newest member of the PrometheOS team. Their fresh perspectives and contributions are eagerly anticipated. Acknowledgment to the Xbox Preservation / XCAT Team: A heartfelt shoutout is extended to these dedicated individuals for their commitment to preserving Xbox DLC. Their efforts are invaluable, and the community is encouraged to support these endeavors using the Xbox Content Archival Tool. Special Thanks to Skye: For her insightful discussions on VSC commands. Her forthcoming write-up on unlocking drives using a PC is highly anticipated. Looking Forward: PrometheOS V1.2.0 heralds a significant milestone in Xbox modding, introducing expanded chip support and innovative features within an open-source framework that broadens the community's modding capabilities. This dedication to pioneering open-source development, combined with the continued support and contributions from the community, paves the way for a bright future in Xbox preservation and customization. Join us in celebrating this major milestone and contribute to the ever-growing legacy of PrometheOS. _____ _____ ( ___ ) ( ___ ) | |~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~| | | | ____ ____ __ _ _ ____ ____ _ _ ____ __ ____ | | | | ( _ \( _ \ / \ ( \/ )( __)(_ _)/ )( \( __) / \ / ___) | | | | ) __/ ) /( O )/ \/ \ ) _) )( ) __ ( ) _) ( O )\___ \ | | | | (__) (__\_) \__/ \_)(_/(____) (__) \_)(_/(____) \__/ (____/ | | |___|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|___| (_____) (_____) ****************************************************************************** * * * .:Release V1.2.0 (Xbox V1.0 - 1.6) Xenium & Aladdin Modchips Only:. * * * ****************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************** * Version :............V1.2.0 * Size :.....................2048 KB * * Date :.............25/02/24 * Type :..................Modchip OS * * Groups :..Team Resurgent & Cerbios * Platform :..........Microsoft Xbox * ****************************************************************************** * Discord :........https://discord.gg/VcdSfajQGK * * Patreon :........https://www.patreon.com/teamresurgent * * Ko-fi :..........https://ko-fi.com/teamresurgent * * Github :.........https://github.com/Team-Resurgent * ****************************************************************************** ****************************************************************************** *....:Changes/Additions:.....................................................* ****************************************************************************** * * * --A new custom OS for Xenium/OpenXenium, Aladdin Chips.-- * * * * Release: V1.2.0 * * * * Added: Support For XBlast Aladdin/Jaffar Based Modchips, 1MB 49LF080(A) * * Flash Chips Only External Programmer Currently Required * * Fixed: Prometheos Not Working On Some Genuine Xenium Chips * * Added: VSC Unlocking Support, Can Now Unlock Any OEM OG Xbox Drive Even * * If HDD Key Is Unknown Or Not Paired To That Console. VSC Unlocking May * * Take Up To 20+ Seconds. * * Improved: HDD Locking/Unlocking Times * * Added: Ability To Set Custom Fan Speed While In Prometheos Only * * Added: Volume Control For Background Music & Sound Effects * * Added: Integrated Elpis HD Into Prometheos For Cerbios HD Enabled Bios * * Improved: Default UI Colors For Skin & Web UI * * Fixed: Prometheos Now Boots Again On Xenium Build Of Xemu * * Improved: Menu Navigation, Now Remembers Which Item Your Were On * * General Optimizations & Bug Fixes * * * * We Are Thrilled To Welcome Phantom, The Newest Member Of Our Team. We * * Eagerly Anticipate The Contributions And Fresh Perspectives Phantom * * Will Bring As We Look Toward A Promising Future. * * * * A Special Shoutout Goes To The Xbox Preservation / XCAT Team For Their * * Dedication And Years Of Commitment To Preserving Xbox DLC. Their * * Tireless Efforts In Their Spare Time Have Been Invaluable To The * * Community. We Encourage Everyone To Use The Xbox Content Archival Tool * * On Their HDDs To Assist In Finding And Preserving Any Missing Content. * * Your Support Can Make A Significant Difference In Our Collective * * Preservation Endeavor. * * * * Special Mention: We Extend Our Heartfelt Thanks To Skye For Her * * Insightful Discussions And Deep Knowledge Regarding VSC Commands. We * * Look Forward To Her Write-Up On How To Unlock Drives Using A PC. * * * * Note: Source Code Will Be Updated And Released Once We Finish Support * * For Additional Chips Shortly And Code Cleanup. * * * * We Are Looking Forward To All Community Contributions And Collaboration * * Please Submit All Push Requests To Our Github Page * * * * #PLEASE REPORT YOUR TEST RESULTS OR ANY BUGS REPORTS IN OUR ROOM ON * * DISCORD THANKS * * * * * https://www.xbox-scene.info/articles.html/prometheos-v120-released-vsc-hdd-unlocking-aladdinjaffar-support-more-r39/

Yes it has an option to jump to or start on a chosen letter.

I use Gamers and am fully aware of the super scroll option. I just think it looks tidier the way I have it setup.