Ventilation of powered off Xbox one S console?!?

Hi

If the console has been set to instant on mode them the fans may continue to run whilst the console is switched off especially if the console is running background tasks like updating games etc, if the fan noise is very quiet then there is probably nothing
to worry about. Also please don't forget the console has an internal power supply that may generate some heat when the console is switched off.

Please see
this article to ensure your console has sufficient ventilation.

If the console is a xbox one and uses a power brick, check Reset power supply solution. The power brick may be overheating and/or faulty and needs replacing. The link above details the lights on/off meanings.

If the console is a S or X check the steps in Position ventilate console

All Xbox One consoles (Xbox One X, Xbox One S, original Xbox One) 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. Keeping the console free from obstructions and clutter will allow it to ventilate properly. See

How to position your Xbox One console for more details.

Note If you are using an Xbox One S or Xbox One X console in a vertical orientation, using the proper console stand is required to ensure the bottom vent is not blocked. For more information,
go to
Using the vertical stands for the Xbox One S and Xbox One X consoles.

If the console overheats and shuts down, this is an indication that your console is getting too hot, and you may need to adjust its placement or remove items that may be blocking vents.

Follow these tips to make sure your console can ventilate properly:

• Do not block ventilation openings on the console. Even something that seems insignificant, like a disc case, may limit ventilation. Make sure the power supply, which has a built-in fan, also has adequate ventilation. See
  
  About the Xbox One power supply.
  Note This is not applicable to the Xbox One S or Xbox One X, which have an internal power supply.
  
• Do not place the console or power supply on a bed, sofa, or other soft surface that may block ventilation.
  
• Do not place the console or power supply in a confined space, such as a bookcase, rack, or stereo cabinet, unless the space is well ventilated.
  
• Do not place the console or power supply near any heat source, such as a radiator, heat register, stove, or amplifier. Very hot heat sources can damage the console.
  
• Avoid excessively dusty environments, which can reduce thermal performance.

If your console consistently shuts down automatically due to ventilation problems, even after the console is free from clutter and no vents are obstructed, it will need service.

You can
request a repair from Device Support. Console registration is required to service your console.

Hi there LatchedMussel16!

Sorry to hear that your Xbox One console keeps unexpectedly shutting off. Have you read through the
troubleshooting article that outlines steps for your Xbox One shutting off randomly? Regarding the ventilation problem, please check out the article
regarding ventilation for the Xbox One S and Xbox One console.

Let us know how it goes!

Hi Sethreister,

This could be due to a number of things, a faulty power cable/power brick,

The Xbox is overheating due to poor ventilation

Theres a fault on the console itself.

Follow the these troubleshoots to see if you cant determine the root cause with a process of elimination.

Console Turns off unexpectedly


Over heating do to ventilation



Change the console settings so it doesn’t turn off automatically

1. Turn on the console.
2. Press the Xbox button to open the guide.
3. Select System > Settings > Power.
4. Select Turn off or restart.