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Why does the Xbox make a noise when turned?

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question is that you have changed the start up settings on your Xbox One to 'Instant On'. This means that the xbox is idling but not fully switched off. If you want to save power and stop the sound, change it in settings.
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Why is my Xbox making a weird noise when I turn it on?

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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Is it normal for an Xbox to make noise?

it could be a ventilation problem. Was this reply helpful? 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.
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Why does my Xbox sound like an engine?

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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Why is my Xbox whirring loudly?

The only two things that can make that kind of annoys is the disk Drive and the fan. Have you tried to have the console on without any disks in the system? If the noise continues, its a fan issue, if not, probably the disc drive isnt spinning properly or possibly something hitting it.
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Xbox series X problems: smoke, loud sound, and light of death

Can dust damage Xbox One?

Here's why. People commonly believe that the Xbox One can be easily damaged from dust due to the fact that the console has many vents. That's actually incorrect. The vents are way too small for dust to be allowed into the Xbox, therefore eliminating the chances of damage being done.
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Does the Xbox fan always run?

Yes the fan will always been on, even in low power mode but you shouldn't be able to hear it. Also the machine will still be slightly warm to touch.
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Why is my Xbox One making a screeching noise?

There might be dirt in it causing the noise. The best bet would be to get the console serviced though our device page or by requesting a callback to have one of our Xbox Support Specialists set it up. We hope this helps!
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How do I clean my Xbox One eye?

How to clean residue off an Xbox disc. Use the microfiber cloth to wipe down both sides of the disc, especially the underside. You can add a small amount of rubbing alcohol to the cloth to buff out sticky spots, but be sure to let the disc completely dry before re-inserting it into your Xbox. That's it!
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Why does my Xbox One whine?

This could be from the power supply as most coil whines come from power supplies. In the xbox one X the power supply is inside the console and is not accessible. I would suggest a repair if this is something you can not stand/is too annoying.
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Why is my Xbox whistling?

As the console works harder it will generate more heat, causing the fan to spin faster to dissipate the increased heat, therefore producing more of the noise you are hearing.
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Can I vacuum my xBox One?

NO! Vacuum cleaners have electric conductivity, which can destroy your xBox if it transmits electricity stored in the transmittors on your motherboard. To clean your xBox (or any other gaming console), open it up, get an air compessor and some wipes to clean it.
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How do you know if your Xbox is overheating?

If the console overheats and shuts down, this likely means 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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Is a loud Xbox fan bad?

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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How long can a Xbox last?

If you have an Xbox One or are going to buy an Xbox One, you may wonder: how long does an Xbox One last? In general, the lifespan of gaming consoles is decided by the manufacturers. And according to Microsoft, the Xbox One is built to last for ten years while powered on.
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Will my Xbox overheat overnight?

Actually if you leave it on it won't damage your whole system but it will burn out your drive to where you can't use it. When the xbox is running and you have a disc in it the lens will get hot and eventually it will over heat and melt.
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Why is my Xbox slow and laggy?

If your cache data is constantly full, your device will start running slower and eventually lag. It gets overrun by the growing amount of data being held if you do not need regularly clear it out. Clearing this data after a given period will ensure your console runs more smoothly.
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Can you open an Xbox to clean it?

Insert your screwdriver into the top section of the grille that's on the back of the console and twist it until the bracket unhooks, then repeat this process all the way down the side of the console. Once all of the brackets are unhooked, the back part of the Xbox One's casing will pop open.
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Why is my Xbox One so slow?

Storage full

If you're running your Xbox One with a full or nearly full hard drive, it may cause issues in performance. Try deleting old games or apps that you don't use any more to try and speed things along. Chances are, you've already tried that.
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