The Xbox is a sixth-generation console designed and built by Microsoft. During its manufacturing lifespan, the Xbox underwent several iterations of hardware design. Version 1.0 represents the original hardware configuration. The final hardware revision was version 1.6B, bringing the total number of variations in the internal design to eight. Understanding which version of the Xbox hardware you have can be useful when making modifications or enacting repairs. By examining the serial number, you can determine the model and manufacture date without having to open the casing. Writer Bio
