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Why does my Xbox Series S make a weird noise?

Ever notice a loud noise coming from your Xbox®? It likely means your console's fan isn't working properly. That's bad for your console because a broken fan can cause your Xbox to overheat and lead to permanent damage.
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Why is my Xbox making a funny noise?

Is your Xbox One making a weird noise? There's a good chance this is the disc drive of the Xbox One grinding because of a loose gear. It doesn't scratch your game discs, but it does make them impossible to read. This issue is best seen by a game console repair expert.
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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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Can a Xbox Series S overheat?

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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Does Xbox Series S need cooling?

Xbox Series S

Make sure that you place your console on a stable surface that is well-ventilated, relatively cool, and away from direct heat sources.
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How To FIX Buzzing Noise coming from Xbox Series S console | Full Tutorial

Why does my Xbox Series S sound like a jet engine?

Does your Xbox sound like a jet engine taking off? It's probably good sign you need the fan and heat sink cleaned out. Luckily for you we can clean out the fan and heat sink right here at SmithByrne Solutions Gorey.
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Why does my Xbox One S make 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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Is it normal to hear the fan on Xbox Series S?

There is no noise at all. Compared to ps4 it will seem like silence. Depends what you play, most games you can't hear the series s unless you mute the game while sitting in a quiet room.
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Why does my Xbox sound like a fan?

Ever notice a loud noise coming from your Xbox®? It likely means your console's fan isn't working properly. That's bad for your console because a broken fan can cause your Xbox to overheat and lead to permanent damage. Don't worry though, at Asurion, we handle fixing your tech so you can get back to what's important.
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Why does my Xbox sound like a vacuum?

make sure all your vents are clean and that your xbox is well ventilated. if it is in a confined space or has dusty vents the fans will work harder which in turn makes the console louder. if the above is not the case are you connected to the wall or via extension lead or surge protector.
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Why is my Xbox making loud fan noise?

These issues are usually due to dust getting in the intake vents blocking most of the airflow, which causes the Xbox to try to pull more air in to keep it cool. That is probably why it is making a lot of noise.
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How do I fix my Xbox S Series sound?

Press the Xbox button  on your controller to open the guide. Select Profile & system > Settings > General > Volume & audio output. Select the Audio setup option under Advanced. Highlight the audio setup option you wish to use and then press the A button  to begin the audio test.
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How do I fix my Xbox S series ventilation?

If you see a message that says your Xbox is getting improper ventilation, or if the console is hot to the touch, follow these steps: Turn off the console. Wait at least one hour. Move the console to a well-ventilated spot.
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Does the Xbox Series S make sound?

Usually the Xbox Series S makes a little sound when it turns on and another little sound for when it turns off.
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Why does my Xbox sound like a lawn mower?

The way the console is designed is that the fan will kick it to high-gear when the system starts getting hot from the surrounding environment and/or from generating a lot of heat while playing a game. Some users also report that the fan also gets loud when your hard drive is too full.
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How do I turn off vibration on my Xbox Series S?

To turn controller vibration on or off (outside of gameplay): Press or click on the profile/gamertag icon to open the menu. Select Settings > Input > Controller vibration.
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Does the new Xbox make a noise?

The Xbox Series X is typically a quiet console, but some users have reported issues with loud noises coming from their consoles since release.
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What causes jet noise?

A moving aircraft causes friction and turbulence, which triggers sound waves. Generally, the faster the aircraft is flying, the more turbulence and friction will occur. When the aircraft's landing gear and flaps are used, more noise is made because more resistance is being created.
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Is it better to stand or lay down Xbox Series S?

Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S support horizontal or vertical positioning, and there's no best way to sit your console. Microsoft has designed the consoles to function regardless of orientation, with no chance of damaging components or impacting performance.
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How do I know if my Xbox Series S is overheating?

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 I know if my Xbox One S is overheating?

If the console overheats and shuts down, this is an indication that your console is getting too hot, and you may need to adjust its placement or remove items that may be blocking vents.
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How do I fix static sound on my Xbox?

Xbox One: On the Xbox One, go into Settings > General > Volume & audio output. Under 'Audio Output' select 'Optical audio' and choose 'Stereo uncompressed. '
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How do I fix my Xbox hearing myself?

You should no longer hear the echo.
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To change this setting:
  1. Press the Xbox button to open the guide.
  2. Select Settings.
  3. Select General.
  4. Select Volume & audio output.
  5. Select Party chat output.
  6. Select Headset.
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Does Xbox have a warranty?

If you've registered your device, sign in at Device services to see the device's warranty status. If it's within warranty, repairs are free. If your device is out of warranty, you'll be charged a repair fee.
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