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Why is my Xbox One fan always on?

The first issue is that you have not set your power settings properly. After a period of time , the console will shut off to save power. You probably have it set to shut off after 15 or 30 minutes. Navigate to the console's settings and select “power and startup”.
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Why does my Xbox One fan run constantly?

Just because the fan is spinning up doesn't mean it's overheating. Anytime the console is doing something that takes a lot of computing power (large games, some updates, etc.) it will get warmer and that will sometimes cause the fan to spin up.
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Why does my Xbox One keep running after I turn it off?

It sounds like your console is set to the instant-on power mode. This power mode is available to allow your console to install updates when powered off, return you to the dashboard quickly after startup, and allow you to remotely install games to your console from your Xbox App on PC and Mobile.
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Why does my Xbox never fully turn off?

The xbox is designed to stay on in low power mode when the console is turned off. You have to go into the power settings and turn on eco mode which will power down the xbox fully when you turn it off.
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Why does my Xbox keep turning off and not overheating?

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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Should I be able to hear my Xbox fan?

There is a fan sound with the One X, it's completely normal. The only time the machine would be almost silent is playing none enhanced titles.
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Why is my Xbox fan so hot?

All Xbox consoles are designed to ventilate air to keep them at an optimal temperature during use. Your console may feel hot around the vents, but this is normal. Hot air is being ventilated from the console to cool the interior.
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Is it okay to have a fan blowing on your Xbox?

You should be fine by having a fan pointed at your console to help cool it down. Yes more dust would get in the console as more air is directed towards it but it's nothing I'd personally say a quick vacuum cleaner won't resolve.
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What does it mean when the fan is constantly running?

Check and clean air vents

If you notice the computer fan running constantly and making an abnormal or loud noise, this might indicate that the computer is not running as efficiently as possible, and/or clogged air vents.
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What does cleaning Xbox fan do?

If you don't clean your Xbox regularly, dust, dirt, hair, and debris can get into your console and cause it to overheat and malfunction. Internal components like your disc drive or cooling fan can also suffer damage when dust accumulation blocks the air vents.
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How much does it cost to fix an Xbox fan?

I googled your inquiry and found this in Xbox support - https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/hardware-network/warranty-service/getting-your-product-serviced. the cost to replace the fan is listed as $179 US .
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How do I know if 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 My Xbox overheating?

When your Xbox X|S is overheating, you will notice significant performance drops. Your console may begin to drop frames and increase loading times or even exhibit graphical glitches such as flashes of green or pink. You might also notice your Xbox Series X|S becomes very loud.
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Why does my Xbox One sound like a jet?

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 does my Xbox say its overheating but its not hot?

If your console is overheating without it being warm, that most likely could be a sign of there being a problem with the power brick or if you have a later model of the Xbox One... its internal power supply.
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How warm should my Xbox be?

"Appropriately, the Xbox Series S with its less-powerful components is the coolest out of the three. The SoC die size is measured at 197.05 mm², the cooling fan is 120 mm x 14 mm, and the supposed temperatures are “estimate” 47 °C/116 °F and “peak” 58 °C/136 °F.
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Is it rare for an Xbox to overheat?

It definitely can. In fact, some people overheat their Xbox intentionally if it's affected by the “red ring of death” so they can try using it a bit longer. This is just for the Xbox 360 of course (which is honestly the only Xbox I think of when I read “Xbox”, sorry about that).
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Why is my Xbox vent 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 Xbox hear what you say?

The answer to this is yes, Xbox does listen to your party chat. This has been mentioned in their terms ad agreements.
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Is Xbox shutting down 2023?

“This message was posted in error and we can confirm the Xbox 360 marketplace will not close in May 2023,” Adams said in a statement. “As a reminder, beginning on February 7, 2023, a limited set of games, add-ons, and in-game content will no longer be purchasable in select markets via the Xbox 360 Store.”
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How long can a Xbox One stay on without overheating?

You can keep your Xbox One on overnight, but you run the risk of harming it or decreasing its life. When you use your Xbox One, it generates heat, which then cools down when you switch it off. Leaving your Xbox One on overnight after you've used it during the day may cause it to overheat.
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Can an Xbox overheat and catch fire?

The console has several safeguards and temperature sensors built in to prevent the console catching fire. Additionally, the electronic components all have fire inhibitors that make it very hard for fire to actually burn long and hot enough to ignite it's surroundings.
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