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Why is my Xbox Series S not connecting to Xbox Live?

Press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide. Select Profile & system > Settings > General > Network settings. Make sure it is set to Go Online. Try to test both wired and wireless connection after the power reset and let me know how it went, please.
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Why isn't my Xbox connecting to Xbox Live?

Press the Guide button  on your controller, go to Settings, and then select System Settings. Select Network Settings. If you are prompted to do so, select your wireless network name, enter your wireless password (if required), and then select Test Xbox Live Connection.
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How do I activate Xbox Live on my Xbox Series S?

Activating your Xbox Live Gold subscription via the Xbox website
  1. Go to Xbox.com and select Log in;
  2. Sign in to your account and open the drop down menu that appears when you click on your profile picture;
  3. Select Redeem code;
  4. Enter the code that consists of 25 characters, click next and confirm one last time. Have fun!
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Does Xbox Live work on Xbox Series S?

Get 2 games a month at no additional cost, playable on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.
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Why is Xbox Live currently unavailable?

This means that either the Xbox Live app you're trying to use is experiencing problems, or that the Xbox Live service is down.
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Xbox Series S CAN'T connect to Xbox Live? How To FIX!

How do I enable Xbox Live online?

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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Is Xbox Live required anymore?

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 games on Xbox series S without Xbox Live?

Depending on the game, yes—though for multiplayer you need either Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or a subscription to Xbox Live Gold (sold separately). Note Free-to-play online multiplayer games no longer require an Xbox Live Gold subscription.
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Why am I stuck on connecting on Xbox?

Console support team members say that "this may mean that the Internet connection between your Xbox console and the other party members is failing. This often happens because of incompatible Network Address Translation (NAT) types."
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How do I connect my Xbox Live account to my Xbox?

Add your profile to an Xbox console
  1. Press the Xbox button  to open the guide.
  2. Select Profile & System > Add or switch > Add new.
  3. Enter the email address for the Microsoft account that you want to add, and then select Enter. ...
  4. Enter the password for your Microsoft account, and then select Enter.
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Why is my Fortnite stuck on the connecting screen Xbox Series S?

You can still get stuck on the connecting screen even when the servers are online. The chances are you may have gotten unlucky on your first try, and a simple restart may be enough to get you back into Fortnite. Restarting your game will allow you to get a second shot at connecting to Fortnite's servers.
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Can Xbox Series S play without wifi?

Digital games that support single-player and local multiplayer can be played offline on the console assigned as your home Xbox. Game discs are also playable offline after installation. Your console gets the license right from the disc.
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Do you need Xbox Live Gold to play fortnite on Xbox Series S?

Microsoft recently allowed free-to-play games to be played without an Xbox Live subscription, which is big news for Xbox owners. Fortnite is also free on PC and the Nintendo Switch, so players on all consoles and platforms can enjoy the game without purchasing a subscription.
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How to get Xbox Live for free?

This option is near the top of the drop-down menu. Click Services & subscriptions. It's a tab in the blue ribbon at the top of the page. Click Try Xbox Live Gold for free.
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Did Xbox get rid of Xbox Live 12 months?

Yearly sub removal from Xbox Store not an error

What is this? “At this time, Xbox has decided to remove the 12 months Xbox Live Gold SKU from the Microsoft online store,” reads the statement. “Customers can still sign up for a one month or three month Xbox Live Gold subscription online through the Microsoft Store.”
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Can I play Xbox online for free?

All Xbox players are able to access online multiplayer for free to play games on their console at no charge.
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What do you need to play online on Xbox Series S?

Set up your Xbox console

All you need is a Microsoft account, a broadband internet connection, HDMI-capable TV, and Xbox console.
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Does Xbox Series S have internet?

Browse the web right from your Xbox console. Just launch the Microsoft Edge app and you can keep up with your favorite sites on the internet, watch videos, and even play games – all without leaving your console.
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What internet speed do I need for Xbox Series S?

Minimum download speed of 3 Mbps (or 3,000 Kbps) Minimum upload speed of 0.5 Mbps (or 500 Kbps) Ping of less than 150 milliseconds.
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What does NAT stand for?

NAT stands for network address translation. It's a way to map multiple private addresses inside a local network to a public IP address before transferring the information onto the internet. Organizations that want multiple devices to employ a single IP address use NAT, as do most home routers.
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What NAT settings for Xbox Live?

With Microsoft XBox gaming there are three types of NAT settings:
  • Moderate – can connect only with consoles using moderate and open NAT.
  • Strict - can connect only with consoles using open NAT.
  • Open – can connect with consoles using any NAT type.
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How do I fix my NAT type?

How do I change my NAT type on Windows 10?
  1. Start menu → Control Panel;
  2. Network & Internet → Network and Sharing Center → Change advanced sharing settings;
  3. Check the ''Turn on network discovery'' option & click ''Save changes''.
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Why is my Fortnite on Xbox series s not working?

If Fortnite is not working on your Xbox, there is a possibility that the local save data for the game has become corrupted. In this case, you'll need to delete the local file. Note that this might delete downloadable content, which means you'll need to reinstall the game.
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How do you fix Fortnite If it says connecting?

If you are having connection issues, please check the Epic Games Server Status page to make sure all systems are operational. If the issue you're experiencing is related to an outage or system-wide issue, you won't be able to connect to the Epic Games Launcher until the outage or issue is resolved.
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