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Don't Let The Red Ring Of Death Happen To Your Xbox 360 - 4 Tips

By Marc Sandford

The Xbox 360 is no different from most other complex machines. Proper usage and a little maintenance can help prevent breakdowns and problems later on. With the 360, the problems we're talking about are the red ring of death and other heat related issues.

If you have a new 360 and it operates just fine, it is recommended that you apply the following four tips to keep your machine working trouble free.

1.) Dust and dirt free environment.

Take care that your console is kept clean. It shouldn't be used or stored in dirty or dusty places. Dust nearby can contaminate your console if it gets into the cooling vents.

This dust traps in heat and prevents the circuitry from cooling. In addition, dust and dirt will also clog the vents, which further impedes cooling.

2.) Enclosed or stuffy environments.

The console requires plenty of air to keep itself cool. The fans in your console are used to provide a continuous flow of cooling air. If your machine is kept in a cabinet or in a cluttered corner of the room, the fans won't be able to draw in fresh cool air.

3.) Temperature of operating environment.

The console can build up heat in abundance. So it's a good idea to only use it in a location that is cool. When you do exercise that's strenuous, are you more likely to get heat exhaustion in an area that's hot or cool?

This kind of reasoning also applies to the treatment of your console. Try not to use your machine in very warm places or in direct sunlight or next to a heater or furnace. You want to stay away from all heat sources.

4.) Your Xbox needs a break once in a while!

Which physical activity will cause you to get overheated? Doing a 10 mile run or walking to the mailbox? Common sense like this also applies to the overheating issues of your console.

Hours of high definition 3d games will cause a good deal more heat than simple arcade games. If you're playing a high definition game, take some time off and give your console a break. It needs time to cool.

The Xbox 360 can be temperamental and is a frail machine especially when it comes to overheating. Treat it with care and it should give many hours of trouble free gaming.

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