Xbox 360 – Four Tips For Avoiding The Red Ring Of Death
The red ring of death is a hardware failure indicated by three flashing red lights on the console. Maybe your Xbox is new and you’d like to know how to prevent the red ring of death from happening to you.
Maybe you’ve had your xbox repaired and don’t want a repeat of the red ring of death. Whatever your situation, here are some simple measures that you can take to keep your xbox running perfectly.
1.) Your xbox will overheat if air can’t freely flow into it’s cooling vents. Therefore you need to know where the cooling vents are located so that you won’t accidentally block them. There should be lots and lots of open space around these vents. Make sure they aren’t pushed up against the wall and keep them clear of clutter.
2.) Make sure that your xbox is kept clean and keep your xbox in a dust free environment. The reason for this is that the cooling vents can suck in dirt, dust, and pet hair which will interfere with the cooling system. The fans get over worked if too much dust gets into the vents and they won’t be able to supply the xbox with enough cooling air.
3.) The rules that apply to your Xbox console also apply to the power brick. That is, the power brick must be kept cool. Therefore, make sure that air is free to flow around it. Don’t place it on soft or shaggy surfaces such as a carpet. Put it on a table or you can hang it off a hook.
4.) Don’t operate your xbox in a hot environment. If it’s a hot day, turn on the air conditioner. Keep it away from direct sunlight and other heat sources. This includes stoves, heaters, or other hot electronics nearby.
Keep in mind that your xbox runs hotter the longer you use it. Always limit your gaming to no more than a couple of hours each time.
The main thing to remember is that the red ring of death happens when your Xbox overheats. The Xbox naturally tends to run hot and has a cooling system that can barely keep up. So it’s up to you to make sure that it never overheats.
Marc Sandford is a gaming enthusiast and writer. Get more Xbox 360 trouble shooting information about repairing the Red Ring of Death.
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