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Why is my Xbox volume so loud?

Although putting your Xbox on a shelf under your tv or in a cabinet may look tidy, the hot air your Xbox blows out will stay in the cabinet or shelf if it is not ventilated properly, if this happens the temperature inside your Xbox One will slowly rise causing the fans to work harder and make a lot more noise.
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How do I make my Xbox sound quieter?

To adjust your settings, press the Xbox button  to open the guide. to open the guide. Select Profile & system > Settings > General > Volume & audio output.
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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 is the Xbox One controller so loud?

The bumpers, sticks, face buttons and Dpad especially all suffer immensely from the loud clacking of hard plastic hitting hard plastic and the acoustics of the hollow shell making it sound way louder than it should be. Every one knows this and accepts it for the most part I guess.
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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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Is the Xbox series S loud?

It is so loud my wife heard it in the next room and thought something was wrong. The problem is I was barely playing the game. The only 2 games I have on it are Halo Infinite and Alien Fireteam Elite. Once the console is on for 10-15 minutes the noise just gets so loud.
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Can I connect AirPods to Xbox?

You can't pair AirPods directly to an Xbox Series X or S. Use the Xbox app on your phone or tablet to chat with your Xbox Series X or S friends while using your AirPods. Alternatively, stream Xbox Series X or S games to your phone with your AirPods connected.
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What is audio passthrough?

The Xbox Audio Passthrough feature allows the console to take raw audio and pass it straight to your TV or audio setup for the purest sound quality. This high-level feature customizes the audio experience of playing media to its highest potential based on your audio setup.
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Why can't I adjust headset volume on Xbox?

Adjusting your audio settings

Press the Xbox button  to open the guide. Select the Audio & music icon at the bottom of the guide. You can adjust the following headset settings on the Audio & music screen: Headset volume: This can also be adjusted by rotating the dial on the outside of the right earcup on the headset.
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What is quietest Xbox?

But the Xbox Series X is the quietest Xbox I've had to pleasure to play. When on the home screen, the console puts out around 30dB of sound – that's about the audio level of a whisper. And this changes very little when you actually load up and play games.
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Should Xbox Series S get 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 Xbox Series S worth keeping?

Despite coming in at a super low price point in comparison, the Series S can play all the same games as the more expensive Xbox Series X. As well as saving money, you'll also save on shelf space - the Xbox Series S is completely disc-less so you need to buy all your games digitally.
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What happens if you don't clean your Xbox fan?

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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Is it safe to vacuum your Xbox?

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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Do Xbox need cleaning?

General cleaning recommendations

Use a soft lint-free cloth (microfiber cloths work great) dampened with a little bit of mild soap and water, or premoistened disinfectant wipes. Clean every 3-6 months or whenever needed. Important Power off and disconnect your Xbox console from the wall before cleaning it.
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Can I use a vacuum to clean my Xbox fan?

It is not recommended to use a vacuum or electronic appliance to clean another electronic. Reasons vary. A vacuum for example can cause damage to your Xbox through transmitting static electricity that can harm the components inside.
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Is the Xbox Series S supposed to be quiet?

The Series S, just like the Series X is designed to be quite, in normal gaming (even when play X|S optimised games) the Series S fan should not be audible. It should be pretty much silent. Have you changed the location of where your console is located? These consoles get warm (hot even), this is normal.
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Can Xbox control TV volume?

Console sends volume commands: The console can control the volume on your TV, AVR, or soundbar. To change your volumes after enabling this, press the Xbox button  and go to Audio & music.
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What is the best Xbox called?

The best Xbox

Get the Series X if you'll use it with a 4K TV (now, or eventually), want the absolute best in graphics and performance, or you want a disc drive for games and movies.
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What is loudest Xbox controller?

The Xbox One's d-pad proved to be the loudest aspect of the controller, while the PlayStation 4's shoulder and face buttons were its noisiest culprits.
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