The Best Way To Clean Your Xbox Series X To Keep It Running Like New
Gamers know that keeping yourXbox Series Xclean helps aid in the console’s continued performance. Having too much dust accumulate inside your console (or any high performance technology) can cause serious damage. Dust, dirt, and hair can build up inside your console, blocking the fan, air vents, and damaging the disc drive. It can lead to your console overheating and malfunctioning.
Not only is it important to keep the inside of your Xbox Series X clean, but the outside as well. Not only do you want to keep your Xbox Series X running like new, but you want to keep it looking new, too. Thankfully, Microsoft shares with its customers the tools needed to keep yourXbox Series X looking and running like new.
To clean the outside of your Xbox Series X,Xbox supportrecommends using a dampened, microfiber cloth with mild soap or moistened disinfectant wipes. Wipe the exterior every 3-6 months or as needed. Remember to make sure your console is turned off completely before you begin cleaning.
How to clean the dust from your Xbox Series X
Cleaning the interior of the Xbox Series X is a tad bit more complex, and officially, Xbox support does not recommend opening your Xbox Series to clean internally. However, to keep dust from accumulating, cleaning the interior is necessary. According toSortaTechy, you should make sure you have these tools handy before you open your Xbox Series X console to begin cleaning.
To begin cleaning the inside of the Xbox Series console:
To reassemble, follow these steps in reverse.
How to clean the Xbox your Xbox Series X Controller
Caring for Xbox Series accessories is just as important as taking care of the console. The Xbox Series controller can get dirty or even sticky with hours upon hours of gameplay — especially if you snack while playing. Luckily, cleaning the controller is much easier than the console.
When to properly clean your controller, tech care companyAsurionadvises Xbox One and Xbox series users to:
If yourXbox Series X overheatsor malfunctions due to dust and dirt accumulation, cleaning your console can help. However, if you still have issues with overheating or malfunctioning after cleaning your Xbox Series,contact Xboxsupport for servicing.
