What Exactly do I need when I purchase my XBOX?

[Brimstone D.]

I have been reading that I need to buy a surge protector to keep my XBOX hooked up to it...do I need to do that? I already own about 3, not new but they get the work done, so would I really need a new surge protector?

Also should I opt out and buy the extended warranty? I've already owned a Sony Playstation 2 and the freaking thing gave out on me and gave me a bunch of D.R.E.'s (Disc Read Errors) after one year so I couldn't return it...should I go with the extended warranty?

Should I purchase the XBOX System right now? As the new systems will start production in late 2005, should I just wait or buy the XBOX, see I want to buy it but, I don't want Microsoft to stop producing games for this system after 2005...should I buy it now?

One more thing...What should be the first title I buy? I have enough for one game so I don't know which one I should buy, give me some titles and I'll see if which one I like...I like Sports games and Action Games like GTA...

Do I need some other necessary items...thanks.

Thank You to all the people helping keep this forum community so close and helpful...

[LTM360]

Originally posted by Brimstone D.
I have been reading that I need to buy a surge protector to keep my XBOX hooked up to it...do I need to do that? I already own about 3, not new but they get the work done, so would I really need a new surge protector?

Also should I opt out and buy the extended warranty? I've already owned a Sony Playstation 2 and the freaking thing gave out on me and gave me a bunch of D.R.E.'s (Disc Read Errors) after one year so I couldn't return it...should I go with the extended warranty?

Should I purchase the XBOX System right now? As the new systems will start production in late 2005, should I just wait or buy the XBOX, see I want to buy it but, I don't want Microsoft to stop producing games for this system after 2005...should I buy it now?

One more thing...What should be the first title I buy? I have enough for one game so I don't know which one I should buy, give me some titles and I'll see if which one I like...I like Sports games and Action Games like GTA...

Do I need some other necessary items...thanks.

Thank You to all the people helping keep this forum community so close and helpful...

First off all, Welcome to Xbox Addict!

Question 1: No, I don't think you'd need a brand new Surge Protecter, your olds ones I think would be fine.

Question 2: My Xbox did break, so I would tell you yes. But my brand new one has yet to even come close to giving me a problem. But I think you should go for the Warrenty just in case.

Question 3: I think right now is a perfect time to buy an Xbox, 2004 has a hot line up with Mafia, Halo 2, Ninja Gaiden, and Doom 3 just around the corner.

Question 4: First title, I'd go with Halo (cause 98% of Xbox owners have it, and its awesome) or Grand Theft Auto: Double Pack (2 games, you can't beat that).

Question 5: If you have broadband (Cable or DSL internet connection) you must try Xbox Live, youll get two free month trial with purchase of an Xbox, and 2 Live Enabled games. Xbox Live is great, and a must-have if you can pay for it.

Just ask if I missed anything again welcome to the site

[Chr0nik]

Question 1: Surge Protector

If you already have a good power bar, then you should be fine. Do not just plug it into the outlet in the wall. I learnt that the hard way with my PC.

Question 2:Extended Warranty

Always a good idea. I was getting dirty disc errors when I first bought my Xbox, I was able to return it in store for a brand new one because of the extended warranty. It also applies on your controllers. I have changed my controller three times, even though there was never anything wrong with it.

Question 3: Purchasing right now

Hell ya, why wait?

Question 4: First Title

Halo is a must buy if you have not played it. I would also suggest Project gotham racing 1 or 2.

Question 5: Accessories

Controller S, High Def AV Pack, Xbox Live if you have high speed.

[Brimstone D.]

Thanks ya'll, I'll be getting my XBOX this weekend, with probably either Halo or GTA: Double Pack, since I've never played Halo, it sounds interesting...Again thanks for your input.

[CharlieHustle]

That sums it up, what these two said..

[JDHack0822]

The only thing I wanted to add was that you should have a surge protecter with atleast 700 joules protection. If you just have a cheap walmart strip it is worth upgrading. You can hook your entire entertainment system up to it.

Buy Halo and download Xbconnect:
http://www.xbconnect.com/downloads.php

[skorp]

Originally posted by Brimstone D.
I have been reading that I need to buy a surge protector to keep my XBOX hooked up to it...do I need to do that? I already own about 3, not new but they get the work done, so would I really need a new surge protector?

Also should I opt out and buy the extended warranty? I've already owned a Sony Playstation 2 and the freaking thing gave out on me and gave me a bunch of D.R.E.'s (Disc Read Errors) after one year so I couldn't return it...should I go with the extended warranty?

Should I purchase the XBOX System right now? As the new systems will start production in late 2005, should I just wait or buy the XBOX, see I want to buy it but, I don't want Microsoft to stop producing games for this system after 2005...should I buy it now?

One more thing...What should be the first title I buy? I have enough for one game so I don't know which one I should buy, give me some titles and I'll see if which one I like...I like Sports games and Action Games like GTA...

Do I need some other necessary items...thanks.

Thank You to all the people helping keep this forum community so close and helpful...

Welcome to XBA!

I'm excited for you and enjoy your new system....

[mdooz]

Since you said you liked sports games, check out ESPN NFL football and ESPN NBA Basketball. If you get LIVE, you can play those online. Madden 2004 is also a great football game, but you can't play it online with LIVE. If you get Halo, try to get online using Xbox Connect.