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John86
06-09-2006, 22:38
Hey,
I bought a xbox 360, but it is extremely loud and can get very annoying. Is there anything I can do or buy to lessen this, maybe a cooling device?
Thanks,
Hiji
lars573
06-09-2006, 23:01
Turn down the volume.
John86
06-09-2006, 23:03
The actual system is loud.....
Mikeus Caesar
06-09-2006, 23:08
Turn down the volume.

He means the fans and stuff.

I've seen quite a few complaints scattered across the internet about this. Maybe you could complain to Microsoft and get a replacement?
John86
06-09-2006, 23:09
He means the fans and stuff.

I've seen quite a few complaints scattered across the internet about this. Maybe you could complain to Microsoft and get a replacement?

Well is it something that is only affecting a small amount of systems? I simply suspected this was a problem with everyone.
Mikeus Caesar
06-09-2006, 23:13
Well is it something that is only affecting a small amount of systems? I simply suspected this was a problem with everyone.

I wouldn't know how many people have the problem, as i've not looked into it at any depth. Google is your friend, Hiji, Google is your friend!

I've looked at a few websites, from what i've read, loud fans can sometimes be a sign of overheating. I recommend trying to use a vacumm cleaner to suck out the dust, and put it in a well ventilated area.

PC fans are just the same, why should 360's?
lars573
06-09-2006, 23:38
The actual system is loud.....
Nothing you can do about that. That's just how loud it is.
Lehesu
06-10-2006, 04:54
It's funny, because the new Xbox 360s have a better fan system that is quieter and more effective.

Huzzah for patient customers!
doc_bean
06-10-2006, 06:22
I know they sell additional coolers, maybe they help with the noise level ?
John86
06-10-2006, 15:15
It's funny, because the new Xbox 360s have a better fan system that is quieter and more effective.

Huzzah for patient customers!

I just bought it last week....

I thought about the fans, but I heard they actually create more noise.
Fragony
06-12-2006, 09:14
The machine makes you worry it will lift of and fly away doesn't it. Yes it's extremily annoying, and it such a penetrating sound so just turning up your speakers doesn't help.
scooter_the_shooter
06-13-2006, 17:43
Put it in a box or throw a heavy blanket over it when you use it(or both), that should help.:2thumbsup:
drone
06-13-2006, 19:17
Put it in a box or throw a heavy blanket over it when you use it(or both), that should help.:2thumbsup:
Throwing a heavy blanket over it during use will overheat it. Although, just like a pillow over a lobotimized McMurphy, eventually the box will be quiet and peaceful. ~;)
Favre
06-18-2006, 22:33
I boght mine at launch....Its quiet as a mouse, dont know what your problem is.
Alexanderofmacedon
06-18-2006, 22:35
I don't know about making anything better, but I do know a friend of mine is having overheating problems. :book:
Glaucus
06-19-2006, 03:25
you all know its supposed to sit horizontal right? Most of the problems are caused because people sit them upright, that is the long side perpendicular to the floor. Try it horizontal and see if it helps.
Favre
06-19-2006, 04:17
Mine is horizontal and been working great. :)
John86
06-20-2006, 14:19
you all know its supposed to sit horizontal right? Most of the problems are caused because people sit them upright, that is the long side perpendicular to the floor. Try it horizontal and see if it helps.

Thanks man Ill try that! I had it sitting Vertical.
Fragony
06-25-2006, 10:42
Oh noes it's broken, BROKEN :no: It keeps crashing, no matter what game I put into it :no: If it even boots in the first place :no:

Bill, I have something to say to you :furious3:
Leet Eriksson
06-25-2006, 13:25
Oh noes it's broken, BROKEN :no: It keeps crashing, no matter what game I put into it :no: If it even boots in the first place :no:

Bill, I have something to say to you :furious3:

Your xbox is probably first gen, microsoft can have them replaced for free, becuase mine froze alot too. Call them first, as i'm not sure how it works in europe ~;p for me they asked me for a reciept of purchase and then tested the xbox360 and then replaced it.