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Why can I not play online on my Xbox Series S?

Check your internet connection on your Xbox Series X or S. If you're connected by Wi-Fi, you may simply have connectivity problems. In that case, moving the console, your wireless router, or just connecting your console to the router with an Ethernet cable may fix the problem.
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Why is my Xbox not letting me online?

If you are connected to Wi-Fi, check your Xbox One settings to make sure you are using the correct Wi-Fi password. If the password is correct and your Xbox One is still not connecting, try placing your Xbox One console closer to your router or removing any objects possibly blocking the signal.
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How do I play online on Xbox Series S?

Press the Xbox button  to open the guide. Select Store > Subscriptions, and then select the Xbox Live Gold tile. Select Join or use the dropdown under Select to choose the plan that's right for you.
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How do I fix my Xbox series s Internet?

Wireless network troubleshooting
  1. Unplug the power cable from the back of the router, modem, or gateway for 5 minutes. ...
  2. Restart your console. ...
  3. After 5 minutes, plug the modem or gateway in first, and wait for all the lights to return to their normal state.
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Why won t my Xbox Series S connect to 5G wifi?

You are exactly right you have to change your setting on your 5G in your router to 40 MHz or greater. Restart your router, then go in to the Xbox to advance settings and clear the DNS and restart your Xbox. When you go to set up your connection again it should show 5G. This is what worked for me.
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The Xbox Series S is a PROBLEM? Games are STRUGGLING to Run on it?

Does Xbox series s need constant Internet connection?

You do not need a constant internet connection to play Xbox Series X. On the other hand, the Xbox Series S console does require the internet in order to download any games.
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Do you need Xbox Live to play online Xbox Series S?

For now, you need Xbox Live Gold to play any online multiplayer games except for certain free-to-play games such as Fortnite, Rocket League and Apex Legends. But here's the important takeaway: Xbox Game Pass (see below) includes Xbox Live Gold, and adds access to dozens of games, too.
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Can you play online on Xbox series S without Xbox Live?

Of course, while the games below are now available without Xbox Live Gold membership, you still need it for online multiplayer access on paid titles, such as FIFA 21 and Call of Duty games that aren't Warzone. You also get several completely free games each month, which aren't available to non-members.
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How do you enable online play on Xbox?

Allow or block multiplayer games
  1. Open the Xbox Family Settings app, and then go to Settings.
  2. Select the Multiplayer tile, and then select the toggle switch to block or allow multiplayer features.
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Why can't i play multiplayer games on my Xbox?

Go to the Xbox One/Windows 10 Online Safety tab. Set Join multiplayer games to Allow. You can also change other settings before clicking the Save button. Play the game again.
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Why won t my Microsoft account let me play multiplayer?

Go to the Xbox One/Windows 10 Online Safety tab. Set Join multiplayer games to Allow. You can also change other settings before clicking the Save button. Play the game again.
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How to fix you cannot play online multiplayer because of how your Microsoft account is set up?

If you're trying to connect to a server and are experiencing the 'you cannot play online multiplayer through Xbox Live because of how your account is set up' error, please check that the account you're using has an active Xbox Live Gold subscription.
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How do I change my age on Xbox series S?

To configure content restrictions on the Xbox console:
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then go to Profile & system > Settings > Account > Family settings.
  2. Select Manage family members, and then choose the member whose settings you want to update.
  3. Under Access to content, select the desired age-level.
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Can I play live on Xbox Series S?

To stream from a live streaming provider on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, download the app for the provider you want to use. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide and select Store > Apps. Find and select the app, and then select Install.
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Do I need Xbox Game Pass to play online?

You don't need Game Pass, just Gold. Gold is needed to play online. Game Pass Ultimate includes Gold which is why it was also suggested. Xbox Live Gold is a monthly membership plan that is required for online play and, while it gives you a couple of free games a month, that's its primary purpose.
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How am I playing online without gold?

Starting today, all Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S owners can play free online multiplayer games without an Xbox Live Gold membership. In all, that means more than 50 free-to-play titles no longer require a subscription to play online with your friends.
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What subscription do I need for Xbox Series S?

for 24 months.* With an Xbox Series S or Xbox Series X console and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, including online multiplayer, and an EA Play membership, Xbox All Access has everything you need for next-gen gaming. Plus, there's no upfront cost, and no extra cost.
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Does Xbox Series S have wireless internet?

The Xbox Series X|S is compatible with Wi-Fi signals up to 802.11ac dual band, which does not include Wi-Fi 6.
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Can Xbox Series S connect to wireless internet?

The Xbox One® and Xbox One S can be connected to the internet through a wired or wireless connection. You can choose how to connect the console to the internet either in the initial setup or at any time after the setup of the device. This article will guide you on how to connect your console to your network.
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How do I turn off restrictions on Xbox Series S?

Go to Your Xbox account and sign into the Xbox Live account using the email address and password. On your account home screen click on the 'Security, family & forums' icon. Click on the 'Privacy settings' button. Select your protection level in each category to suit your family needs.
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Why is my Xbox account age restricted?

Content restrictions – You or a member in your Xbox family group has their birth date set to under the age of majority (for example 18 in the U.S.) and can't access the content that you're trying to launch due to age restrictions.
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How do I enable multiplayer on my Microsoft account?

Account Set up to Enable Join Multiplayer Games, Join Clubs or Access Realms
  1. Click the child account's profile.
  2. In the navigation tabs, click Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10 devices Online Safety.
  3. Select Allow for You can create and join clubs, and You can join multiplayer games.
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How do I make Microsoft account have permission to join multiplayer games?

Log in to Xbox settings with the parent Microsoft account. Select the child account's profile. Select Xbox One/Windows 10 Online and choose Allow for Join multiplayer games AND You can create and join clubs (first picture below).
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How do I change my age on my Microsoft account?

Sign in to Your info on the Microsoft account website. Select Edit your personal info. Change your birthdate, and select Save.
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Why does it say the current profile is not allowed to play multiplayer on Xbox Live on warzone?

What Causes The "Current Profile Is Not Allowed" Error In Warzone? This bug is caused when Warzone (incorrectly) believes players need to have an Xbox Live Gold subscription to play, as with most other multiplayer games.
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