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Can you stand an Xbox One S on its side?

An Xbox Series S console can be placed either horizontally or vertically. Make sure that you place your console on a stable surface that is well-ventilated, relatively cool, and away from direct heat sources. Don't put other objects on, under, or right next to the console.
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Can you put your Xbox One on its side without a stand?

In theory, as long as you somehow keep the ventilation underneath clear, you could use your original Xbox One vertically as long as you play your games digitally rather than using discs. You'd have to be really careful to keep it steady, though, because it's not designed to have any balance on its side.
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Which side do you stand the Xbox One on?

It's designed to sit either direction. However, it needs the stand if you place it vertical. Without the stand, not only would the Xbox One X be unstable, it will be blocking part of the console ventilation, leading to overheating and potential console failure.
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Does the Xbox Series S get hot?

Although the Xbox Series X|S has so many barriers in place to prevent overheating, it can still occur if you are gaming for many hours at a time or if any or all of the cooling mechanisms aren't able to work properly.
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Which is better Xbox One or Xbox One S?

Xbox One VS Xbox One S: Performance

With full support for HDR and 4K upscaling, Xbox One S is comparable to the original Xbox One. It provides better visual effects for games and provides you with a TV that supports HDR; it can even be upgraded to 4K if needed.
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Does the Xbox One S run faster than the Xbox One?

Like with the graphics, Xbox One X is much more powerful than either Xbox One S in central processing. It runs on eight custom x86 cores, clocked at speeds of 2.3GHz. The Xbox One S consoles also have eight cores but they are slower, running at 1.75GHz.
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Is Xbox One S better than PS5?

Out of the two consoles, the PS5 is the one to go for if performance is a priority for you. It features more storage space and a more powerful GPU, making it the better option in terms of graphics. However, the Xbox Series S should not be passed over just because it's not as powerful.
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Why is my Xbox Series S so loud?

Over time dust may build up in your Xbox One and clog the inlets and outlets, as these become blocked your Xbox fans will have to work harder to get fresh air in and out of the console. If you can see a build-up of dust through the holes in the back of the console, chances are the air channels inside are filthy.
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Why does my Xbox One S keep turning off?

If your Xbox console is unexpectedly shutting down, it may be because it's not getting enough ventilation, or there may be a problem with the power supply.
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Does the Xbox Series S have a cooling fan?

🍃Three Level Fan Speed: Depends on the temperature of your xbox console, the Xbox Series S fan cooling system has 3 levels of fan speed(1500/1750/2000RPM) with RGB LED (Green light: 35~43℃/95~109℉; Blue light: 44~48℃/110~118℉; Red light: >48℃/119℉), it can cool your console at the most appropriate speed to protect your ...
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How do I clean my Xbox Series S?

Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, Xbox One: Use a soft cloth dampened with an isopropyl alcohol (IPA) solution 70% or less. Do not use disinfectant wipes. Xbox Wireless Controller: Use any of the disinfectant wipes listed above or a soft cloth dampened with an IPA solution 70% or less.
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Which Xbox is the newest?

XBOX SERIES X

The fastest, most powerful Xbox ever.
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What happens if you put your Xbox on its side?

Yes, the disc drive will work properly if you lay the Xbox Series X on its side.
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How do I change my Xbox to stand by?

Uses more power. Supports automatic updates of console, games, and apps.
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To change this setting:
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
  2. Select Profile & system > Settings > General > Power options.
  3. Select the Sleep option.
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What happens if my Xbox series S overheats?

Xbox One and Xbox Series consoles normally shut down to protect the system from overheating, you can tell a console shut down due to overheating because it will give you a warning the next time you turn it on.
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How do you clean the ventilation on an Xbox Series S?

To help keep your Xbox One fan clean:
  1. Use a can of compressed air to blast dust and dirt out of the air vents.
  2. Once you've cleaned the vents, be sure to position your Xbox somewhere with good airflow to assist with cooling.
  3. Clean your Xbox One console every three to six months to make sure it works like it should.
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Why did my Xbox One pop?

It sounds to me like you have had a power surge within your home which has caused an a lot of electricity to go into the console at one time. The official Xbox One power supply does come with a built in surge protector, but it must be reset before you can use it.
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Why is my Xbox One S making a buzzing noise?

The fan usually makes noises when it is trying to run the operating system to run programs and Graphics. With so many components, and with a system more powerful than Xbox One S, there's sure to be a lot of heat moving through the chassis that needs to be exhausted. Hope this helps.
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How is the Xbox Series S so powerful?

Much like the larger Xbox Series X, the Series S includes a more powerful CPU and SSD storage. Both of these hardware improvements combine with 4 teraflops of GPU performance to improve existing games.
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Why is the Xbox Series S so powerful?

Basically, though, the Xbox Series S will provide an improved experience across the board, just not at a 4K UHD resolution. The SSD speeds alone make the Xbox Series S a far better experience than the Xbox One X, and the massively boosted CPU leads to higher frame rates in most games.
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Is Xbox S worth it?

Despite coming in at a super low price point in comparison, the Series S can play all the same games as the more expensive Xbox Series X. As well as saving money, you'll also save on shelf space - the Xbox Series S is completely disc-less so you need to buy all your games digitally.
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Is Xbox S better than PS4?

The Xbox Series S has a maximum resolution of 1440p and runs upscaled 4K (not native). And the PS4 has a maximum resolution of 1080p (no 4K support). Verdict: The Xbox Series S is by far the better choice, but still isn't great if you want the optimal graphical experience.
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Why is Xbox S cheaper than PS5?

As stated above, the Xbox Series S employs less powerful hardware than the PS5 Digital Edition. That's not a surprising or controversial thing to say; it's the primary reason why the Xbox Series S costs less money. (it's the same price as a Nintendo Switch, and cheaper than an Xbox One X.)
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