Xbox Live Failed? Troubleshoot If Codes Down

Reports are mounting online about the status of Xbox Live, as many people say Xbox Live failed or down when trying to create a Live account.

Troubleshoot Failed Xbox Live

Below is an information from Xbox.com on how to "Troubleshoot Your Xbox Live Connection"

Many Xbox Live gamers use a home network to connect their Xbox 360™ consoles to high-speed Internet connections. Most home networks employ either a stand-alone router, a home gateway (a combined cable/DSL modem and router), or a PC to access and/or share a single high-speed Internet connection. To work, network devices must be properly configured.

If you're using designated Xbox Live Compatible networking equipment with an Xbox Live Compatible ISP (Internet service provider), you should have no trouble configuring your equipment and accessing Xbox Live.

If you do experience difficulties—with or without Xbox Live Compatible equipment—use the Xbox Dashboard on your Xbox 360 console to help solve Xbox Live connection problems.

To troubleshoot your Xbox Live connection from the Xbox Dashboard:

1. Go to the System area of the Xbox Dashboard.
2. Select Network Settings.
3. Select Test Xbox Live Connection.

The system will perform a series of diagnostic tests, the results of which can help you configure your network to access Xbox Live.

# After the system has completed its tests, select More Info to learn more about your network, paying close attention to any test that failed.

In each case, the More Info section will offer tips for correcting the conditions preventing you from accessing Xbox Live.

Xbox Dashboard: Test Xbox Live Connection

Select Edit Settings to adjust your:

* IP Settings (including IP address, subnet mask, and gateway)
* DNS Settings (including primary and secondary DNS servers)
* PPPoE Settings (including user name, password, and service name)
* Advanced Settings (including host name and alternate MAC address)
Source: Xbox.com

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Xbox Live Status

Gregory's picture

It seems that the Xbox Live failure is widespread. On xbox.com you can check the status, which currently reads the following: "Users may be unable to log into Xbox Live. Our engineers are currently investigating and are working to resolve this issue. We apologize for any inconvenience."

Now the question is...

Sad gamer's picture

will everyone be getting an extra day on their subscription? Or really, a week, since for many of us Saturday is the only day we have a chance to game?

No.

Anonymous's picture

No.

this sucks...hope its fixed

Anonymous's picture

This sucks... hope Xbox live is fixed asap.

This happened to me too

Scott G's picture

This happened to me on Saturday night and also last night. In both cases, all other network functions were "green" but I couldn't connect to Xbox Live from a game menu. The connection in the dashboard was unaffected.

I have a theory. Somehow XBL's current architecture can only support X number of users "in game" at any one time. This holiday season has maxed out their infrastructure and they are scrambling to catch up.

MSFT has been mum on disclosing any details. I expected them to at least have an official announcement/explanation thread in their forums. Nada.

gateway ftl?

mugdog's picture

i don't get it when i try and get my xbox...not xbox 360 but my xbox it can't find my freakin gateway code....i don't get it!

dashboard xboxlive dnt work

Anonymous's picture

my xbox360 dosnt work but in my settings i test my connection and it sais that every thing was working but i carnt talk 2 people or play with my friends. so does any body no how to fix it

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