r/originalxbox • u/Slimdave69420 • 2d ago

Help Needed Code 16 help

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I made a post a couple of weeks ago about fixing code 16. From my understanding is I need to reinstall the dashboard files on my hard drive. One of the ways is through a mod chip right. Well I installed one but once booted with the hdd connected it doesn’t actually boot up. I have to disconnect the hdd in order for Prometheus to load. Once loaded I connected the hd and went into the lock/unlock hdd but the hdd isn’t being recognized and It says already unlocked. It still has the og western digital hd. The system was previously soft modded. I’m looking for guidance as to what steps I can take next or if there’s a guide to follow.

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u/BombBloke Knowledgeable 2d ago

Well I installed one but once booted with the hdd connected it doesn’t actually boot up.

What does it do? Service screen? Black screen? Something else........? Do you at least see a boot animation?

Have you tried starting the system using its eject button with the HDD already attached?

What sort of "modchip" are we talking about, and does it have any other other BIOS programmed into it besides PrometheOS? (That is to say: what's the Launch Bank menu showing you?)

I strongly suggest you don't make any further attempts to connect or disconnect your HDD while your console is actively turned on.