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Xbox 360, Kinect, and Accessories : Flashing Lights

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Flashing lights on your Xbox 360 console could mean that it needs repair, more power, or maybe just more space. Check here to learn more about what the flashing lights mean and what you’ll need to do.
Four flashing lights is usually indicates a problem with your A/V cable. Here are some solutions to get you back up and playing.
One flashing red light on an original Xbox 360 console means that the console has suffered a system error. Try these solutions to resolve the problem.
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Three flashing red lights means there’s a hardware problem with your original Xbox 360 console or power supply. Try these solutions to solve this problem.
Two flashing red lights on an original Xbox 360 console means the console is overheating. Try these solutions to resolve the problem.
If you have a blinking red light on the power button of your Xbox 360 console, it's because your console is overheating.
Learn what to do if you see a flashing green light on the Xbox 360 console power button.