Does the Xbox 360 Have a Power Cord? Yes — And It's Model-Specific

Yes, every Xbox 360 requires an external power supply ("power brick") with a detachable AC cord. The brick and cord vary by model and region.

Power Supply Types by Console Model

Console	Power Brick Model	Output	AC Cord	Notes
Original "Fat" (2005–2010)	203W / 175W / 150W	12V / 16.5A (203W) 12V / 14.2A (175W) 12V / 12.1A (150W)	Standard C13 (IEC 60320) "kettle lead"	Large, loud fan. 203W for launch (Xenon/Zephyr). 175W (Falcon). 150W (Jasper).
Xbox 360 S (Slim, 2010–2013)	135W / 120W	12V / 11.25A (135W) 12V / 10A (120W)	C7 (Figure-8) / C13 (varies by region)	Internal PSU? No, still external but smaller. Quieter.
Xbox 360 E (2013–2016)	120W	12V / 10A	C7 (Figure-8)	Smallest brick. Same connector as S (120W).

Higher wattage OK: 203W brick works on Jasper/Slim/E (connector same).
Lower wattage DANGEROUS: 120W brick on launch console → overheating, shutdown, fire risk.
Connector Keying: Fat 360 brick plug has **keyed notch**. Slim/E bricks have **different keying**. **Do not force.** Adapters exist but are unreliable.
Region: Bricks are region-specific (110V vs 220V input). Check label. Use correct AC cord for your wall outlet.

Read the **white sticker on the brick**:

Buy **genuine Microsoft** (refurbished) or **high-quality third-party** (Delta, Lite-On, Chicony — same OEMs). Avoid $10 no-name bricks.
Match or exceed your console's wattage.
Keep vents clear. Bricks fail from dust/heat.

No power brick = no Xbox 360. Treat it like the console's heart.

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