The Xbox 360 is undeniably one of the fastest selling game consoles in the market today. It has lots of features and offers an immense selection of game titles that you will really get hooked. However, many gamers have encountered some technical problems and one of which is overheating. Although the Xbox 360 comes with a built-in fan, it is not enough to keep the system cool to avoid overheating especially during very long hours of playing. It is, after all, just like any other mechanical appliances and devices that can be subjected to overheating.

If your Xbox overheated it means it needs to cool down. Here’s how.

Make sure your Xbox 360 has enough ventilation. You can play your games by placing the console on a desk or table top. Keeping the Xbox 360 in an enclosed space or smacked to wall will not allow cool air to circulate. Give it lots of space and let it "breathe". Don't put it inside a cabinet.

Keep the console and the power brick off the carpet because of the static charge it will generate.

You can use a stand fan or a desk fan and point it toward the Xbox. Intercooler and laptop cooler can also help. When the weather is warm, it's also a good idea to keep it in a room with air conditioning.

Let it rest. Limit the number of hours you use your Xbox 360 continuously. Many people forget to turn their Xbox off even when they are not playing with it. Don’t leave it running all through the night and unplug it, as this will still generate heat for no reason.

Don’t worry too much. Although the Xbox 360 has its limitations, it is there for you to enjoy.

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