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What if my XBox can't connect wirelessly?

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Assuming you have an older Xbox, you can buy a modem that connects to the Xbox via cable. You can then connect it to the internet through the modem.

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Do I have to have an Xbox live account to connect to the Internet?

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You don't necessarily need a Xbox live acount to 'connect' to the internet, but it has advantages like downloading content or playing online multiplayer, etc.

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How long will my Xbox last?

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It depends on how you treat it, but typically it will last for several years.

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I get a connection, but it will drop out. Could I be blocked from the router?

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You could be. It's definitely possible.

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What if it says I have to connect a cable of some sort?

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If it's wi-fi enable, you should not need any cables. Otherwise, you need LAN cables (or adapters) to connect the XBOX directly to your modem/router.

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Why won't the wireless adapter for my Xbox 360 connect to WiFi?

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Some Xbox 360 consoles don't have a built-in wireless adapter or don't support it. The very first model of the Xbox 360 is just that. If you have this model of the console, its best to have a wired connection through an ethernet cable.

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I do I check if I still have Xbox Live?

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You should be able to tell pretty quickly. Try performing a function that requires the internet, like looking up new game releases or connecting to internet explorer. If you're talking about Xbox live gold, the service required to play most online multiplier games, you should have that as long as you bought a membership card recently.

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