When you’re playing your Xbox you want to enjoy hot new titles, not a too-hot console.
Muchlike an overheating PC, you may have problems with Xbox overheating if the console suddenly switches off.
The console will shut itself down to prevent damage from being because of high temperatures.
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The concave mesh at the “top” is where the console exhausts hot air.
For both consoles, Microsoftrecommends"4-6 inches of clearance on all sides" to ensure adequate ventilation.
Place your console on a solid surface where it is not likely to fall over.
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Avoid placing your console on fabric, since this may trap heat and impede airflow.
Enclosed entertainment units that restrict airflow may trap heat.
Air exchange is important for keeping your electronics cool.
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The console’s ability to regulate temperature relies on it having a sufficient intake of cool air.
Circulating warm air could lead to overheating problems.
This is particularly important near the air intakes, where dust and other unwanted debris can gather.
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Dust your console’s vents regularly, plus the surface on which the console sits.
Avoiding dust buildup by keeping the room relatively clean will also help.
Placing other devices that also generate too close to your console can prevent this from happening.
Add instant airflow to your closed cabinet with a USB-powered AC Infinity Airplate S5 fan.
This includes PCs and other consoles, heaters and heating vents, or even your TV or monitor.
Some LED displays generate a lot of heat at the back of the unit on account of the backlight.
Consider moving your console away from the back of the TV if you notice that it gets hot.
All you need to get that dust out of your devices.
Add instant airflow to your closed cabinet with a USB-powered AC Infinity Airplate S5 fan.
All you better get that dust out of your devices.
you’re free to find guides online for fixingXbox Series X consolesandXbox Series S consolesthat overheat.
Not addressing the problem could mean that you put your console at risk of heat-related damage.
In the worst case scenarioyour computer could even catch fire.
Even yoursmartphone isn’t immune from overheating.
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