This guide goes through the steps on properly calibrating an xbox 360 dvd drive to read backups better.

This is a PDF print-out of a guide by AnandTech regarding opening the 360. Refer to the other guide in this category about opening the case without marking it as well.

This document goes through some of the steps needed to open the Xbox 360. In specific, it details how to create a tool to open the console without marking it. Refer to the other document in this category for more details on opening the console. Also, modding sites usually stock a 360 opening tool for around $10. If you are going to be opening 360(s) a lot, I would recommend one of these more sturdy tools.

Installation guide written by Mod-Area.com regarding the installation of an NME on a Hitachi drive in an Xbox-360.