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.) Dirt and dust free environment.

Always keep your console clean. It doesn’t belong in dusty areas. The reason for this is that dust in the environment can contaminate your machine 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.) Closed in or stuffy environments.

The console needs lots of air to avoid getting too hot. There are fans inside the console that draw in cool air and expel hot air. If your machine is enclosed in a cabinet or kept in a cluttered corner, there won’t be enough air available for effective cooling.

3.) Temperature of operational environment.

The console puts out heat in abundance. A little common sense says to use it in a cool environment. When you’re out exercising, are you more likely to over heat in an area that’s hot or cool?

Well the same common sense applies to the treatment of your 360. Avoid usage in warm rooms or next to a radiator, or exposed to intense sunlight. Basically, you want to keep it 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.

High definition games will cause a good deal more heat than simple arcade games. When you make your console work hard, take occasional breaks from your gaming. Some time should be allowed for it to cool.

The Xbox 360 can be a fragile thing that needs to be babied. Take good care of it and it will give many hours of trouble free gaming.

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