Well, if you're tech savvy, and you can stomach dismantling your Xbox, you may want to try this: http://arstechnica.com/journals/thumbs.ars/2006/6/16/4353 Keep in mind, if you try this, it will void your warranty.
Otherwise, SEND THAT SHIT IN! Contact Microsoft, let them know what happened, and they'll send you a box. Put your Xbox in that box, then it'll be shipped to Microsoft. They'll either repair it or give you a new one. It takes like 2-4 weeks before you get it back after you send it, though. They pay for shipping and everything.
I've heard that towel method isn't very effective...
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