speed13327 Posted December 31, 2008 Share Posted December 31, 2008 Hey Guys, This is my first post but I wanted to let anyone know that uses Microsoft's Zune 30GB model that there is an issue with it that once it is powered on it will freeze at the startup screen and be stuck like that. From what I've read from other forums that deal with just zunes is that this issue happened sometime in the early morning and has affected ALL 30GB zune models which makes it very unusual and strange. I myself have a white 30GB model and it is frozen at that screen and is becoming quite hot from the hard drive continuing to spin. Just wanted to let all those with Zunes know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaKo Posted December 31, 2008 Share Posted December 31, 2008 There's a fix: "Your zune will need a "hard reset." To do this, use a small screwdriver to pop off the plastic shielding where the zune cable plugs into and remove the two screws on either side of the plug. Next pop the cover off and locate the battery plug at the top left corner of the zune, using your screw driver, pop the cable connection half way off, and do this to the other plug on the right side. Wait 3 seconds, then push down the right connector and then the left battery connecter. Your zune should start up immediately. Press the backing of the zune down (make sure headphone jack is aligned) and put the screws and cover back in place. It's an easy process but if you're unsure don't attempt it if you think you'll screw it or something. :)" Not pretty, but it might help those of you who have this problem. This was floating about on reddit. Not got a Zune myself but this is a pretty epic bug. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speed13327 Posted December 31, 2008 Author Share Posted December 31, 2008 This was floating about on reddit. Not got a Zune myself but this is a pretty epic bug. I was so desperate that I tried that and it worked for about 5 minutes until I tried to sync with my computer and then it rebooted and froze again. I guess with Microsoft's track record I shouldnt be suprised that something like this has happened especially with all the Xbox 360 problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaKo Posted December 31, 2008 Share Posted December 31, 2008 Yeah, don't sync it with anything and you should be ok. Looks like the clock code can't deal with a leap year which is pretty lame, so who knows, they might all be ok tomorrow. As for Microsofts track record, its no worse than Apple. In fact, Apple really piss me off by expecting users to pay for minor software updates and service packs (I'm looking at you OSX), at least MS will update your device without a credit card. Its a minor fuckup that will be fixed in due time with another update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webjockey Posted December 31, 2008 Share Posted December 31, 2008 VaKo: Thats also an issue with iPod Touch Updates, although I managed to fix that, permanently... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaKo Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 Me too, i ignore itunes update notifications. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H@L0_F00 Posted January 1, 2009 Share Posted January 1, 2009 Hey Guys, This is my first post but I wanted to let anyone know that uses Microsoft's Zune 30GB model that there is an issue with it that once it is powered on it will freeze at the startup screen and be stuck like that. From what I've read from other forums that deal with just zunes is that this issue happened sometime in the early morning and has affected ALL 30GB zune models which makes it very unusual and strange. I myself have a white 30GB model and it is frozen at that screen and is becoming quite hot from the hard drive continuing to spin. Just wanted to let all those with Zunes know. what firmware are you using? because mine was recently upgraded to 3.1 and hasn't become borked yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speed13327 Posted January 1, 2009 Author Share Posted January 1, 2009 what firmware are you using? because mine was recently upgraded to 3.1 and hasn't become borked yet I have 3.1 but if you didnt turn your unit on yesterday and just turned it on today then it wouldnt have borked. Apparently there was a glitch in the internal clock which didnt account for leap year and being that yesterday was the 366th day of the year it freaked out the internal clock. But since midnight all Zunes should be working properly now. I charged mine this am and turned it on and all was well. I guess it was a slight oversight that nobody accounted for. Still pretty strange though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H@L0_F00 Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 I have 3.1 but if you didnt turn your unit on yesterday and just turned it on today then it wouldnt have borked. Apparently there was a glitch in the internal clock which didnt account for leap year and being that yesterday was the 366th day of the year it freaked out the internal clock. But since midnight all Zunes should be working properly now. I charged mine this am and turned it on and all was well. I guess it was a slight oversight that nobody accounted for. Still pretty strange though. hmmm I'm pretty sure it was on yesterday though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webjockey Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 VaKo: Actually, I just used an iPhone firmware update. But I guess your system works too... :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadwil Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Mine did the same thing but months ago, I have already torn it open and put it into a microwave for fun. trust me... Microwaving a Bricked Zune is fun, and you can do it at home! just make sure you have a fire extinguisher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sablefoxx Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 The zunes are not 'Bricked' they will work again on 1/1/09...off by one error by M$ (surprise, surprise) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekdba Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Yeah, don't sync it with anything and you should be ok. Looks like the clock code can't deal with a leap year which is pretty lame, so who knows, they might all be ok tomorrow. As for Microsofts track record, its no worse than Apple. In fact, Apple really piss me off by expecting users to pay for minor software updates and service packs (I'm looking at you OSX), at least MS will update your device without a credit card. Its a minor fuckup that will be fixed in due time with another update. I have a mac (iMac+iPhone) and I have never had to pay for an update, do you mean that issue where they charged for the iPod touch update? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaKo Posted January 4, 2009 Share Posted January 4, 2009 Pretty much, I'll also throw in the service pack as a paid product when it comes to OSX. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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