Pc And Xbox Connection

[Cominus]

Is there a way to get online with the xbox with out xbox live, like to search the web and stuff like the DC? or a way to transfer files from my pc to the xbox?

[Prican25]

live is for gaming use only, no web browser since thats the way M$ wanted it.

 

you can install linux for xbox and use that web browser but it sucks dueto the lack of xbox's memory

[Cominus]

Well then i use i use ftp which i know my xbox has, how do i set it up or what, like connection settings(cables/stuff)?

[Prican25]

depends:

 

if you got a router you can use normal cat5 cable to connect between the 2 and use an app like flashfxp to connect to the xbox.

 

if you don't have a router but have an extra nic you can use a crossover cable and enable ics (internet connection sharing) and then use an app like flashfxp to connect to the xbox.

 

if you only have one nic and don't have a router you will have use a crossover cable and use a static ip on the pc and xbox and then you can use an app like flashfxp to connect to the xbox.

 

this of course can only be done using a dashboard that allows ftp. flashfxp isn't really needed since you can use the web browser but i highly suggest it since it makes things easier.

[Cominus]

Ok, i got the nic and did everything and i even got on xboxconnect and played a little halo and got beat by "an9" i donno... but how do i like update my dashboard or download new skins? Is there settings i have to change?

[Thraxen]

What dashboard are you using?

[Prican25]

well if you use avalaunch you can d/l the skins from there if your xbox is connected to the net.

 

you can also go to http://www.allxboxskins.com/index.php? for skins for avalaunch and other dashs/apps

 

as for dashboards, xbins is your best bet