| Dealing with an Xbox 360 Freezing Problem can be | | | | 4. If you're Xbox 360 still feels like it's getting too hot |
| frustrating. Not only can it be annoying, but it can | | | | and is still freezing up, I'd recommend investing in a |
| also lead to worse problems if you let it go unnoticed. | | | | cooling system. These are relatively inexpensive and |
| There are, however, some little things you can do | | | | will prevent the system from crashing. If you can't |
| that can possibly fix this problem without having to | | | | afford one, try aiming a little household fan at the |
| spend a penny. | | | | console. This will circulate cool air through the Xbox |
| The number 1 reason for the Xbox 360 freezing | | | | 360. |
| problem is because of overheating. | | | | 5. Finally, check the power supply. Often times, a bad |
| Follow these 5 easy and free tips to combat | | | | power supply can cause the Xbox 360 to freeze up. |
| overheating: | | | | If the power supply feels ultra hot, do the same |
| 1. Make sure your Xbox 360 is in a wide open space | | | | thing as step 4 and point a small household fan on it |
| so it can get plenty of cool air. There's nothing worse | | | | to keep cool air circulating. |
| than having it crammed in a tight space where it can't | | | | Tried Everything and Still... |
| breath. | | | | Maybe you've tried everything and it's still freezing |
| 2. Never sit your Xbox 360 directly on the carpet. | | | | up? If so, this can be a serious issue with the |
| The carpet can act as an insulator keeping the hot air | | | | hardware inside of the console-and can eventually |
| inside and this can damage the electrical components | | | | lead to the dreaded Red Ring of Death (if it hasn't |
| within the console. | | | | already). |
| 3. Clean off the dust! I've seen dust destroy | | | | Stop the problem now and learn how to fix it by |
| hundreds of computers. You're Xbox 360 is basically | | | | repairing it yourself! Invest in a Home Repair Guide |
| a computer. Wipe off the dust and blow out the | | | | today. You'll save a lot of time and money! |
| fans. | | | | |