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How To: Fix your XBox 360's broken DVD disc drive

Is the DVD disc drive on your XBox 360 broken? Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to fix the rod red ring of death on your malfunctioning XBox 360. You'll need to be able to know how to take apart your XBox and extract the individual disc drive. This tutorial will show you how to disassemble your DVD disc drive to make the proper repairs.

How To: Hack a toy radar gun into a real one

Turn a 'toy' radar gun into the real thing! Cops don't even have one like this! While this is a completely new and different design, the inspiration for this video is from an article by Ken Delahoussaye in MAKE Magazine. Just watch this video tutorial on how to hack a toy radar gun into a real one.

How To: Make a beautifully unique beaded windchime

Do you have a bunch of flawed beads left over after you make your crafts? You know the ones, the chipped, cracked, sharp ones that don't make the cut and usually get tossed in the garbage? Why not make those into something lovely, where the cracks don't matter? In this two part tutorial, learn how to turn your discarded beads into a beautifully shiny wind chime for your backyard. This chime is unique and makes a lovely noise in the wind. Let's get crafting!

How To: Flash the firmware on your Xbox 360

Flashing the Xbox 360 is the first step to modding the console. It allows you to modify the firmware on the consoles disk drive to make it read burned discs. You will need to buy this and this. Then you need to disassemble your Xbox 360; we have several videos on the site detailing how to do this, like this one. Now, download this, connect your Xbox's drive to your computer, and follow the rest of the steps.

How To: Take apart the Xbox 360

If you've ever wondered how to safely disassemble your Microsoft XBox 360 gaming console for modification, Johnny McKinney of Console Discussions will walk you through the basics. All you need to get started are a T10 Torx screwdriver, a small flathead screwdriver, and an XBox 360 console. Johnny gives you a step-by-step tutorial of which screws to remove, and the order to remove them in. The first step is to remove the sides of the case, as well as the venting grills. After all of the side p...

How To: Take apart your G1 HTC T-Mobile phone for repair

In this video we learn how to disassemble a T-Mobile G1 HTC phone for repair. First you want to make sure to wear an ESD wrist strap and make sure it's secure around your wrist. Then remove the battery from the device. Next unfasten the screws from the back of the housing on the G1. Then separate the housing from the device and then the speaker from the housing. Next unplug the UMTS cable and the GPS coaxial cable. Then remove the UMTS board and GPS boards from the device. Then disconnect the...

How To: Build & stain concrete countertops

Paul Ryan of the DIY Network shows how to make concrete countertops for the kitchen. Concrete is now available in a wide range of colors and textures. First build forms out of 3/4-inch melamine (a waterproof smooth material for easy casting), according to the blueprints. Use caulk to fill the seams and create a rounded corner to the concrete. Clean the form with rubbing alcohol. Mix the concrete according to the instructions, then fill the form with the concrete. Rub a power sander on the edg...

How To: Make your own Big Mac for under two dollars

Tony shows how to make a Big Mac for under $2 using a cheeseburger and hamburger. 1. Disassemble the hamburger and cheeseburger. 2. Mix 1 tablespoon mayo, 1 tablespoon French dressing, 1 teaspoon vinegar, one packet of Splenda and some onion together. 3. Spread sauce on a bottom bun. 4. Top with lettuce. 5. Add the patty with cheese. 6. Using a serrated knife, remove the crust part of a top bun and stack on the burger. 7. Add more sauce and the final patty. 8. Top with lettuce and pickles. 9....

How To: Install LED gauge lighting in a Volkswagen MKIV

This detailed video series shows you everything you need to do to install an LED lighting gauge cluster in your Volkswagen MK4 (Jetta, Gulf, or GTI). Part 1 starts with disconnecting the battery, Part 2 has you remove the interior cluster, Part 3 you disassemble the instrument cluster, Part 4 covers LED ring installations, Part 5 goes over the interface removal, Part 6 covers the gauge face installation, Part 7 is 6 videos long (video 7 to 12) covering preparation for installing the cluster, ...

How To: Maintain the Bob Long Marq paintball gun

This instructional video shows you how to disassemble and clean up the Bob Long Marq paintball gun. It lists exactly what to lube and what not to lube, what to do incase the paint ball gun isn't working correctly, caution about over tightening certain parts, and what to look out for.

How To: Create a take home centerpiece

Get into the giving spirit and decorate your table with this holiday centerpiece. In this flower arrangement tutorial, Dave and Henry Schmidt show you how to create a centerpiece from herbs and plants that you can disassemble, providing your guests with take-home gifts. This is the perfect project for your holiday party.

How To: Service a Mavic Freehub on your bicycle wheel

In this video, we learn how to service a Mavic Freehub on your bicycle wheel. To begin, disassemble which requires a 10 mm and 5 mm Allen wrench. Then, remove the end cap and use the wrenches to pry the nuts and bolts from the middle of the wheel. Remove the free hub after this, then set on a cloth to the side. After this, you can remove the spring and slide it out. After this, you will clean the parts off and then reinstall your parts back on the bike. Put them on how you removed them and th...

How To: Dismantle a wireless Xbox 360 console controller

In this how to video, you will learn how to disassemble a wireless Xbox 360 controller. This will be useful if you need to make any repairs. First, remove the batteries. Next, remove the screws on the back of the controller with a screwdriver. Once this is done, remove the plate. Make sure the front is facing downward. Next, pull out the buttons if you need to. Next, unscrew the screws on the back side of the front plate. Next, remove the joysticks and remove the rumble motors by unplugging t...

The Sony Hack: Thoughts & Observations from a Real Hacker

By now, nearly everyone with any type of media access is aware that Sony Pictures Entertainment was hacked on November 24th. Although there can be many interpretations and lessons drawn from this audacious act, there is one indisputable conclusion: it and its ripples across the globe underlines how important hacking has become in our all-digital 21st century. As I have emphasized so many times in this column, hacking is the discipline of the future. From cybercrime to cyber intelligence to cy...

How To: Convert Python Script to Exe

There are a lot of great tutorials on Null Byte using Python to create backdoors, reverse shells etc, so I thought it might be worthwhile making a tutorial on how to convert these python scripts to exe files for Windows victim machines.

How To: Attack on Stack [Part 1]; Smash the Stack Visualization: Introduction to Memory, Registers and Assembly.

Hi everyone. Recently I've been studying some topics about Assembly, memory and exploitation, and thought I could write something nice, easy and fast about it, just because I like to share what I learn, and probably sharing what you learn and trying to explain it to a stranger is the best way to learn it better. It worked for me, and I hope it will be useful for you too.

News: What to Expect from Null Byte in 2015

Welcome back, my greenhorn hackers, and happy New Year! Now that your heads have recovered from your New Year's Eve regaling, I'd like to grab your attention for just a moment to preview 2015 here at Null Byte. I hope you will add your comments as to what you would like to see, and I'll try to honor as many requests as I can.

How To: All the Ways to Get Water Out of Your iPhone's Speaker

Apple Watch owners know there's a built-in way to remove water from the device's speaker. However, even though modern iPhones are IP67 and IP68 water resistant, there's no official way to deal with water-clogged speakers that can muffle audio and cause prolonged damage if not ejected. Older iPhone models have it even worse, but there are some easy things you can do to get that water out.

How To: Open and close an Xbox 360 wireless controller

This is a short video showing you how to open and close an xbox 360 wireless controller. It will also tell how to pop the chip out of the back so you will be able to replace the case like this controller needs. This is a great thing to know how to do if you wish to replace your body kit, or clean the inside of your controller.

How To: Take apart an Xbox 360

This video by Technology Helper teaches you how to carry out the often difficult task of taking apart an XBox 360. First the face plate is removed using a small screwdriver and then further parts are removed by pushing small prongs on the inside of the XBox using a screwdriver to reach the inside of the machine. The video then explains which screws need to be removed from the XBox in order to successfully disassemble it and access the hard drive, which you can now easily remove from the XBox ...

How To: Replace strut mounts on your car

In this online video series, learn from expert mechanic Nathan McCullough as he teaches and demonstrates how to replace the strut mounts on your vehicle. Learn strut mount replacement fundamentals such as how to locate the strut mount; what are some common problems that can occur as a result of strut mount breakage or failure; how to break the lugs and jack up the vehicle; how to remove the tire; how to stake the lower strut to the suspension knuckle; how to remove the caliper; how to remove ...