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The Xbox end of the adapter cable should plug into one of the slots on the front of the Xbox console. You'll need to use your Xbox's menu to format the flash drive. It's at the top of the menu. Using the free end of the adapter cable, connect the flash drive that you purchased in the previous part; after a few seconds, you should see an error message appear. This will erase and format your flash drive for Xbox storage.  If the error message says "The memory unit you inserted isn't functioning; it may be damaged", your flash drive isn't compatible with your Xbox. Buy a flash drive from the list of compatible USB drives to avoid this issue. If plugging your flash drive into the Xbox results in a strobe effect, your flash drive isn't compatible. In the "Controller" slot, you should see your flash drive pop up as a peripheral (e.g., Controller 1). If so, your flash drive has been formatted successfully. Unplug the flash drive from the adapter. Now that your flash drive is formatted for use with your Xbox, it's time to add the mod software.

Summary:
Plug the adapter into your Xbox. Turn on the Xbox and a controller. Select MEMORY. Plug the flash drive into the adapter. Confirm the error message. Look for the flash drive. Remove the flash drive.