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Basic NeXBC Guide

 Basic NeXBC Guide
Follow these simple tips to help NeXBC run without complications.
1) Turn off all firewalls and anti-virus programs which may cause block traffic.
2) Make sure your Xbox is detected prior to setting up the game you wish to play.
3) Shut down all other programs using bandwidth, for smoother game play.


How Do I Host A Game With NeXBC.
1) Logon to NeXBC and click the 'NeXBC LAN' tab near the top.

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2) Then you will see two 'boxes'.

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3) Look over at the 'box' labeled "Host a game on the NeXBC LAN".

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4) Now, begin to choose the type of game you want to play. Then press "Enter LAN"
Here's some terminology.
Game Type - This will determine what type of game you are playing ( CTF | TS | FFA | KOTH ).
General Location - This filter is to help find what region you are in, so NeXBC can find you closer joiners.
Player Rating - You use this filter to determine what skill level you are, and those seeking it.
Game Has Xbox Live Content - If you have downloaded XBL's maps and extras then choose "Yes".
Prefer Players - This will make it easier to get the correct amount of players.
My Xbox Type - This filter is for compatibility reasons, for games such as Halo.
Only Visible to my buddies - only people on your buddy list can see the game.
Lock game when in progress - This will prevent other from coming in.
Keep Game Locked - Self Explanatory.

5) Then go to the System link screen of the game. (using Halo for example) Press Y to create a new game.

6) Sit back, relax and enjoy as people join your game.


How Do I Join A Game With NeXBC.
1) Logon to NeXBC and click the 'NeXBC LAN' tab near the top.

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2) Then you will see two 'boxes'.

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3) Look over at the 'box' labeled "Join a game on the NeXBC LAN".

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4) Then go into the games system link mode (using Halo for example) & onto the screen where it says "searching for games".

5) Go back to NeXBC and apply all that you wish.
Here's some of the terminology.
Game Type - This will determine what type of game you are playing ( CTF | TS | FFA | KOTH ).
General Location - This filter is to help find what region you are in, so NeXBC can find you closer joiners.
Games with this skill or higher - You will be able to choose a rating and play with those with the same or better rating.
Games with this skill or lower - You will be able to choose a rating and play with those with the same or lower rating.
Only games with ping less than - This is just a typical ping filter.
Show only my buddy's game - The only persons game you will be able to see is that if they are on your buddy list.
Game Has Xbox Live Content - If you have downloaded XBL's maps and extras then choose "Yes".
Prefer Players - This will make it easier to get the correct amount of players in the game.
My Xbox Type - This filter is for compatibility reasons, for games such as Halo.

6) When you have chosen all press "Enter LAN" then run to the couch get comfy and enjoy the games.




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