Author Topic: Xbox Laptop? (Read 9406 times)

Monk3y · « **on:** March 19, 2010, 12:25:39 PM »

Have any of you attempted to make a xbox 360 laptop like the one benheck created? Just kinda curious to see how challenging it would be.

FOOKz™ · « **Reply #1 on:** March 19, 2010, 12:35:02 PM »

Monkey that sounds good.

Lets not just make a laptop, lets make a "Tablet 360". Something more exotic than an xbox360 laptop, thinner, even more portable, and cool looking.

Any design ideas?

blackburn · « **Reply #2 on:** March 19, 2010, 01:30:52 PM »

im waiting for this new motherboard design to come out and turning it into something cool

FOOKz™ · « **Reply #3 on:** March 19, 2010, 02:38:35 PM »

They are coming out with a slimmer version of the 360; they removed the memory card slots and a few other details they 'improved'.

Monk3y · « **Reply #4 on:** March 20, 2010, 06:40:44 AM »

awesome! I would actually really like to start trying to do something like this although since I am not a modder yet it would prolly be a stupid mod for me to begin with since I'll prolly

it up. I'm actually gonna work on my soldering/desoldering skills on a PSP or something for a little while and work on some PSP mods and then maybe try this. But I figured since you more talented guys could pretty much nail this down and most of you are older then me and have some good paying jobs.

HiddenVenom · « **Reply #5 on:** March 21, 2010, 01:37:57 AM »

Fookz, what do you think the minimum thickness woul be for this? We would need to develop sone custom software for the touch screen, (personally I think a keyboard would be easier) but I'm more than happy to do some concept sketches.

JoblessPunk · « **Reply #6 on:** March 21, 2010, 02:49:27 AM »

check this out. It has win written all over it:

"X-top" XBOX 360 Laptop

Source:
http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/17/student-made-xbox-360-laptop-channels-the-heck-out-of-well-y

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EDIT:
lol, well... I didn't know his name was Ben Heck... so I guess this is what you guys are talking about anyways... lol sorry...

Monk3y · « **Reply #7 on:** March 21, 2010, 01:21:23 PM »

That is nothing compared to the different versions that Benheck worked on. Plus if you guys need any tutorials/help figuring

out on your own (if you plan to make one) then just go to benheck.com, he has a tutorial explaining how he did his. I think the hardest part would by far be the case.

SN!P3R · « **Reply #8 on:** March 21, 2010, 06:10:50 PM »

Just use a 2' shear to cut the case out and a TIG welder and you've got the case down.

FOOKz™ · « **Reply #9 on:** March 21, 2010, 06:49:48 PM »

TIG welder to cut maybe overkill but i agree if the metal is thicker than 1/8" thick.

Use an induction welder to braze the edges together so its easy to paint afterward so you dont have to bondo and grind.

SN!P3R · « **Reply #10 on:** March 21, 2010, 07:03:19 PM »

Cut with a TIG? Wha...

You can WELD with a TIG, and I've successfully welded 30 GA. stainless, it's not overkill..

Monk3y · « **Reply #11 on:** March 21, 2010, 08:09:31 PM »

I have no idea how to weld so I'm pretty much screwed in that area haha. I have a few friends that do weld though that might be able to help. How would you be able to make a plastic case though?

froggy · « **Reply #12 on:** March 21, 2010, 08:19:01 PM »

you could also go and buy some cold weld from your hobby shop, mix the two ingredients, put it where you need it, let it harden then boom good as ever,
i also would like to know how to make a plastic case, if you can help

Demonboy · « **Reply #13 on:** March 21, 2010, 10:06:46 PM »

Quote from: Monk3y on March 20, 2010, 06:40:44 AM

awesome! I would actually really like to start trying to do something like this although since I am not a modder yet it would prolly be a stupid mod for me to begin with since I'll prolly it up. I'm actually gonna work on my soldering/desoldering skills on a PSP or something for a little while and work on some PSP mods and then maybe try this. But I figured since you more talented guys could pretty much nail this down and most of you are older then me and have some good paying jobs.

quick tip.... flux will help u greatly... its a must have

Monk3y · « **Reply #14 on:** March 22, 2010, 03:30:42 AM »

I know I've only heard that term a few times and when I did hear it it was having to do with soldering? I don't quite understand it's meaning though.

Demonboy · « **Reply #15 on:** March 22, 2010, 05:46:43 AM »

lol its one of ur best friends when u solder trust me... here look at this site http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2049774&CAWELAID=37896050 tht will save u a few leds when learning the led trgger mod... i must have burnt a dozen 0603's while trying to do mine.... after i got tht stuff i did it w/ my next to leds lol

SN!P3R · « **Reply #16 on:** March 22, 2010, 07:15:17 AM »

flux keeps your tip clean, solder wont stick to the tip

Monk3y · « **Reply #17 on:** March 22, 2010, 09:24:23 AM »

Oh alright. Is there a couple tutorials on here on how to properly solder?

Demonboy · « **Reply #18 on:** March 22, 2010, 07:38:22 PM »

idk but to be honest its one of those things thts better developed on ur own man lol u gotta make a style ur comfortable with... just divve in.... try getting some of those boards from radio shack and some random components and practice on those b4 u do tht psp so u dont hurt it

Monk3y · « **Reply #19 on:** March 23, 2010, 03:24:43 AM »

I got a spare PSP motherboard so I'd just practice on it. But just to get back on topic a bit, does anyone here think they could make a Xbox 360 laptop?

Demonboy · « **Reply #20 on:** March 23, 2010, 04:08:33 AM »

TBH i think i could... i have the time and the space for it... only problem is 2 things

1. i dont have the cash for it and

2. dont own a 360 atm

Post Merge: March 23, 2010, 04:09:40 AM

but on the real... id rather make a ps3 1... thts just me.. im more pro sony than microsoft... bill gates screwed me over too many times :/

Monk3y · « **Reply #21 on:** March 23, 2010, 12:14:52 PM »

Quote from: demonboy on March 23, 2010, 04:08:33 AM

TBH i think i could... i have the time and the space for it... only problem is 2 things

1. i dont have the cash for it and

2. dont own a 360 atm
Post Merge: March 23, 2010, 04:09:40 AM
but on the real... id rather make a ps3 1... thts just me.. im more pro sony than microsoft... bill gates screwed me over too many times :/

I'd actually have to agree with you although I have never torn my PS3 apart to see how simple the setup actually is, have torn my 360 down and it doesn't look very complicated. Speaking of ps3 laptops, anyone see the video of Benheck's? If not check it out...

Benheck PS3 Slim Laptop Demo

Demonboy · « **Reply #22 on:** March 23, 2010, 02:30:26 PM »

ive torn apart my gurls ps3 and its not all tht complicated... i thinks it more siple than a 360 though... ive done case swaps for the 360s and in my opinion they are a little more complicated... but not much

Monk3y · « **Reply #23 on:** March 23, 2010, 02:48:16 PM »

Quote from: demonboy on March 23, 2010, 02:30:26 PM

ive torn apart my gurls ps3 and its not all tht complicated... i thinks it more siple than a 360 though... ive done case swaps for the 360s and in my opinion they are a little more complicated... but not much

Yea, well i don't really feel like taking my PS3 apart until something goes wrong with it.

Demonboy · « **Reply #24 on:** March 23, 2010, 03:17:41 PM »

lol its easy man but if ur not comfortable dont do it... tht video of tht heck guy... we have tht dremel tool at my school ima tlk to my shop teacher see if i cant make the case at school if i buy the supplies

Monk3y · « **Reply #25 on:** March 23, 2010, 03:47:55 PM »

Alright man let me know if you can because if so I'd maybe pay you to get a case done for myself. Are you going to make a metal or plastic case?

Demonboy · « **Reply #26 on:** March 23, 2010, 03:49:55 PM »

plastic cause metal will get too hot i think... the only metal id use is aerograde aluminum because it cools soo fast but i cant get my hands on tht stuff lol but ya i gotta ask the shop teacher lol

Monk3y · « **Reply #27 on:** March 23, 2010, 03:55:27 PM »

Alright kool well let me know man. I don't know anywhere around where i live that would be able to make me a plastic case.

Demonboy · « **Reply #28 on:** March 23, 2010, 03:57:30 PM »

me either lol... i asked some shop kids if my school has it they say yes so idk lol.... they even have a laser etching thingy so i might just put my name on it lol xD same font as my sig

FOOKz™ · « **Reply #29 on:** March 23, 2010, 04:10:27 PM »

Make a case yourself:

TOOLS:
Drill Press or drill
3/32" diam pin-tipped drill bit
28TPI hacksaw blade and hacksaw

MATERIALS:
1/4" Thick MINIMUM Plexi Glass
Low V.O.C. PVC cement or tons of hot glue which ever one you prefer
Turpentine: to remove excess PVC cement
90 Grit sandpaper
150 Grit Sandpaper (Bondo polishing sandpaper)
plexi glass
duct tape
1/8" diam self-tapping screws

Draw case on paper, measure twice and cut once an all of the case's sides and walls. Hot Glue or PVC cement in place temporarily before you drill holes so it doesn't move.

Drill holes in places where screws are about to be placed, double up the thickness with another layer of plexi glass if needed, add liberal amounts of PVC cement wait to dry and drill the holes. When Holes are drilled immediately screw in screws carefully.

Make sure when drilling it is perpendicular with the plexi glass. Also drill deeper than the length of your screws since it will crack the case when it diggs far enough.

once you have mounted the pieces together, you may add PVC cement if you want to, its not necessary at all, sand the corners a bit to take the edge off to prevent cracking it if bumps.

If you want to add a curve to the plexi glass heat it up with a heatgun or a hair dryer and let cool. Heat slowly as this may cause it to bubble and warp. to cleanly bend a 90⁰ angle, use a heavy item thats flat, yet soft and strong at the bottom and use a rubber mallet to hammer the corner into place.

Demonboy · « **Reply #30 on:** March 23, 2010, 04:15:49 PM »

thanks FOOKz ill do tht if the whole asking thing falls through

Monk3y · « **Reply #31 on:** March 23, 2010, 04:16:24 PM »

FOOKz, you make things sound easy at first until you go into detail on actually how to do it. Then it just sounds like a huge pain in the ass. Although I can guarantee if one of you makes a 360/ps3 laptop you'll almost be guaranteed to win the Easter Mod off of whatever that one is that is coming up.

Demonboy · « **Reply #32 on:** March 23, 2010, 04:21:56 PM »

damn if only i had the cash to do this mod off lol i would soooo do it

FOOKz™ · « **Reply #33 on:** March 23, 2010, 04:55:25 PM »

Quote from: Monk3y on March 23, 2010, 04:16:24 PM

FOOKz, you make things sound easy at first until you go into detail on actually how to do it. Then it just sounds like a huge pain in the ass. Although I can guarantee if one of you makes a 360/ps3 laptop you'll almost be guaranteed to win the Easter Mod off of whatever that one is that is coming up.

Sorry man i have the mind of an engineer: problem-design-solution. I like to give tutorials for if you have a question, you have it answered for you before you think; ex: "what if... and what if this...". Plus i love to get the job done right the first time which is my policy.

Monk3y · « **Reply #34 on:** March 23, 2010, 05:24:01 PM »

Quote from: FOOKz on March 23, 2010, 04:55:25 PM

Sorry man i have the mind of an engineer: problem-design-solution. I like to give tutorials for if you have a question, you have it answered for you before you think; ex: "what if... and what if this...". Plus i love to get the job done right the first time which is my policy.

Alright well if you want to make a 360 laptop and write me up a step to step tutorial on how to make my own including case and so on that would be appreciated :P

Demonboy · « **Reply #35 on:** March 23, 2010, 05:35:44 PM »

i wouldt mind 1 either lol

... but ya

FOOKz™ · « **Reply #36 on:** March 23, 2010, 05:36:27 PM »

i got too much other crap to do. im just here for help when you guys need some.

There are plastic suction mold techniques that is easier dude that use heat-softened Lexan-Plexi Glass then the Lexan is Sucked onto a mold via a Press and a Vacuum. Look it it maybe you can get somebody to make a case in an hour.

LINK: http://www.busytrade.com/selling_leads/info/626729/sell_Suction_mold_machine.html

Do a bit of research on it.

Demonboy · « **Reply #37 on:** March 23, 2010, 05:41:05 PM »

haha ill jus try my original way xD

Mogler · « **Reply #38 on:** March 23, 2010, 05:44:23 PM »

Here is a guide on how to make it
*don't know if someone has already posted this didnt read the whole thread.
Tut Part 1
http://www.engadget.com/2007/04/18/how-to-make-an-xbox-360-laptop-part-1/
Tut Part 2
http://www.engadget.com/2007/04/25/how-to-make-an-xbox-360-laptop-part-2/

Hope this helps

Demonboy · « **Reply #39 on:** March 23, 2010, 05:52:12 PM »

cool... i like it lol but ill prolly use it for a ps3 1

thts the 1 i want

Monk3y · « **Reply #40 on:** March 23, 2010, 06:05:40 PM »

Yea I saw that one on engadget, I might try it if I can get my friends xbox off of him.

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Author Topic: Xbox Laptop? (Read 9406 times)