Every Xbox Owner Needs To Do This

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Today we are going over the much requested look inside of your Xbox and how to maintain the system over the course of its life.
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@ladymctavish3299 11 ай бұрын

I've been afraid to try and open mine. This makes it look pretty reasonable. Greatly appreciate this.

@chrisw685 11 ай бұрын

Honestly, it's super basic inside but very well engineered. I'm not a PC guy but I replaced the thermal paste on the cpu with very little electronic knowhow. I used these new graphite pads that people recommended and it's been working well for almost a year.

@TheBongorock 11 ай бұрын

I just did it tonight after watching this. I've had it for a year and own 3 dogs. I was kind of shocked it was so clean inside from just using compressed air from the outside.

@sprc155 9 ай бұрын

Don't be afraid its easy. I was afraid to unplug the fan but all good

@BanishedSilentShadow3318 7 ай бұрын

I admit i was nervous too, but after watch step by step video on cleaning my series x, it was pretty easy. Now my xbox runs quiet then before

@Asherroc 5 ай бұрын

It’s not too bad if you can turn a screw driver and be gentle you will be fine. I vacuumed the inside of mine and dusted it with car detailing brushes along with air duster. Works good as new now.

@Johnathan1988 11 ай бұрын

A video on cleaning the Series S would be greatly appreciated too :)

@BrianCam. 11 ай бұрын

I learned to enjoy taking the consoles apart and cleaning them. It's kinda therapeutic in a way.

@bchipper3932 3 ай бұрын

I don’t want to ruin the “void warranty” sticker 😭

@KarlRock 11 ай бұрын

I live in India where it’s dusty. So I got these rubber inserts that go in the disc tray and the unused USB ports to block dust. Plus a full cover for when the Series X is fully powered down. Works pretty well. Thanks for the cleaning tutorial 🙏

@alexlyster3459 11 ай бұрын

Good ideas!

@MrWolf12000 11 ай бұрын

We have a long haired cat. I wont pretend its the same but this is a great idea

@Jehius 11 ай бұрын

Smart! Got some that came w my PC case for USB drives. Very effective.

@budthecyborg4575 11 ай бұрын

I use my Elite controller case to cover the top of my Series X when it's not in use. Series X makes a perfect controller pedestal.

@jtrinidad1884 11 ай бұрын

I just cover my consoles with pillow cases when not in use 😅

@BuTcHRDGG 11 ай бұрын

Microsoft R&D really outdid themselves on the Series X. Such an easy jenga piece to take apart and put back. They really utilized every space of the shell.

@matthewjalovick 11 ай бұрын

I have an electric duster from Amazon. You plug it into an outlet. Holy moly it’s powerful. Even just spraying through the intake vents the first time it sprayed out some dust. I’ve done it, without opening it, about every 3 months for both my XSX and PS5 :)

@jonathankulesa 11 ай бұрын

Be careful, using that may cause a static electric shock and fry your console…

@linkvagar2336 11 ай бұрын

@@jonathankulesano it wont

@darkrulier 11 ай бұрын

@@jonathankulesait won't, you're just blowing air. People have been using compressed air cans on electronics for ever an this is not an issue. Now, there is some potential for a short to happen if you are in a dry environment and you touch a PCB and are not grounded.

@user-tp5yb4hr4w 11 ай бұрын

@@jonathankulesa this is why you always make sure the machine is turned off, this is how PC users do it as well, it's always best to unplug it and then do your cleaning.

@Chris.Batchelor 11 ай бұрын

I opened mine a little bit just to get the dust out, and wow if you have cats (especially if they like hanging around) you definitely need to do this! There was massive dust bunnies everywhere

@s31ACE1252 11 ай бұрын

Ditto that. We have a cat and she hangs out with me in my office. I opened mine up about a year ago and there was a lot of dust bunnies in it. The series X is a well designed system. Super quiet, powerful, and very maintainable. Props to Microsoft on a well designed console.

@theheardtheorem 11 ай бұрын

I have 2 cats and 2 Border Collies! It was absolutely insane how much dust there was in there!

@slamshift6927 11 ай бұрын

@@s31ACE1252 Till the SSD dies

@The_MEMEphis 11 ай бұрын

@@slamshift6927hasn't been an issue yet

@chriswright8074 11 ай бұрын

@@slamshift6927you can replace those

@dylanross4216 11 ай бұрын

Yes please. Do a video on how to clean a switch

@YungShep1 11 ай бұрын

There's a way to clean the Switch? Tf

@Official360 11 ай бұрын

Wipe the screen off. Walah!

@animegeek6118 11 ай бұрын

If the switch doesn’t have a fan inside then dust build up isn’t really a concern because it’s passively being cooled. I’d be more concerned about my screen and joycon drift.

@kissfan8675309 Ай бұрын

@@animegeek6118there is a fan in the OG Switch at least idk about the newer ones

@shadowdancer3888 11 ай бұрын

It’s good to point that you don’t lose your warranty by opening your system! Funny note, I was literally just watching your tear down video of the Xbox Series X because I’m planing to clean it, my gosh are you playing football WITH your Xbox? Hahaha it’s all scratched 😂😂😂

@notmedude 11 ай бұрын

Yes please, do one for Switch (maybe with the battery change) and also for Series S.

@saysoun752 11 ай бұрын

I've never opened the Switch but, I've opened up the joy cons and they were a pain as they're super compact. I can see the same thing with the Switch itself as it's super slim.

@exisfohdr3904 11 ай бұрын

Isopropyl alchohol(preferably 90% of higher) is great for lifting stickers. It disolves the adhesive, allowing you to easily lify the sticker. When the alcohol evaporates(quickly), it leaves behind 100% of the original adhesive. This allows you to re-adhere the sticker as if it had never been removed.

@T.O.A.D.U.K 11 ай бұрын

These are the kind of videos I really value. Nothing technical apart from being careful. Same when it comes to mods - I have soldering kit but scared about damaging things.

@richardm1015 11 ай бұрын

I recently cleaned out a PS3 slim I was given after seeing your videos. The slim was easy enough with its modular design. Three security screws made it a little difficult. Still I like it when manufacturers make it easier for us basic folks to look after our stuff. Like this video I unplugged the power supply, fan etc. The fan and heat sink definitely needed a clean. I found a soft old paint brush helpful and some cotton swabs.

@therealdiabeetus 11 ай бұрын

Man, this is MUCH easier to take apart than the Xbox 360. It took me hours to tear that thing open, and here you can remove two screws and a couple clips? Love it

@JustSomeRandomBurger 11 ай бұрын

I got a PS5 but still need a series x. Want to get starfield eventually.

@dicegamenetwork 11 ай бұрын

Get a PC instead

@LogicalError007 11 ай бұрын

@@dicegamenetworkYup get a PC and play games from all the consoles.

@burnzy3210 11 ай бұрын

You need to learn the difference between "need" and "want"

@Tarnished707 11 ай бұрын

@@LogicalError007The problem is they cost twice as much, however I do think that the end game for any gamer is PC.

@r5ve4t 11 ай бұрын

@@dicegamenetworkon pc will have bar optimization rtx 2080 is dor recommended and rtx 2070s is weaker than xbox series x

@MateusDrake 11 ай бұрын

I have a Series S, if possible I'd like a video on that one too. There are others available online, but this is easily one of the most trustworthy people online.

@GDitto 11 ай бұрын

That’s why I bought port plugs and dust covers for the fan intake ports. Plus, it’s on its side so less dust settles in the outtake.

@petrsvancara8785 11 ай бұрын

You just earn a new subscriber! I really needed to see this, and now its a reality. Our house has been through some renovation and my room with the Series X is a bit dusty now, Im a huge perfectionist and this really help me to understand how simple is to clean up the Xbox itself. Thank you so much for this video, it was a pain in the ass to get inside to the previous consoles. Im so glad that Microsoft did the Series X the way they did it, its a wonderful console and its cooling system is really the best I ever seen. Now I just need to clean the rest of the room with my bare hands and than go to the big X at the end. Thank you very much! Thanks!

@michaeldalporto9517 11 ай бұрын

I was one of the people that made that request. thanks for doing it

@warmachine2112 11 ай бұрын

I have to say that the ingenuity and design that the engineers at xbox did with the series x is incredible. When i first got the x i played horizontal but figured id try veritcal and i have to say it pushes out hot air and the bottom intake is usually sucking in air. And its also easy to clean

@62jape 11 ай бұрын

I love that you made this. Already subscribed but liked and commented for that sweet sweet engagement.

@SussyBaka_irl 11 ай бұрын

Credit where credit's due, Microsoft seriously streamlined the accessibility of accessing system internals & removing components with relative ease. Gonna make my eventual cleaning spree a hell of a lot more easier.

@danielk7266 10 ай бұрын

These are some of the most valuable Spawn Wave videos/content for me. Thanks for uploading this!!!!

@TheAntLewin 11 ай бұрын

Great video! I've had some overheating issues and turned out I had some dog hair stuck in the fan causing it to stick. This video couldn't have been dropped at a better time. ❤

@DashawnJizzle 11 ай бұрын

Good looking out bro...just did the PS5 using your video! 💪🏾💪🏾

@domtorretto9225 11 ай бұрын

I’m enjoying these videos as an owner of both of these consoles. Mines are due for a good cleaning, especially my Xbox lol

@Bottymonster 11 ай бұрын

Great video again mate! Always appreciate your content. Been subscribed a long time. Always appreciate you just sticking to video game topics and not involving the crazy world we live in! Keep it up!

@iamtheinevitable- 5 ай бұрын

How dare he not comment or like this comment I will show my support thank you my brudda

@Billatronic 11 ай бұрын

Just went through this. Perfect guide. Thank you! I got my Series X when it launched and this is the first time I opened it up. It wasn't nearly as dusty as I feared. Still glad I cleaned it out though

@morterenatus9196 8 ай бұрын

This was very helpful I was able to open it up clean it with no issue thank you for the walkthrough of how to do this

@Hughesburner 5 ай бұрын

Great video. I've torn down and cleaned/repaired every Xbox except the new Series S and X. I can't wait to get one of these to tear into. It's like a jigsaw puzzle to me. I find it rewarding to get a abused dusty machine and have a new looking clean quiet machine as a result.

@MCOGAMER27 11 ай бұрын

Awesome video brother...Great job!

@DesignedByHenry 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for doing these Spawn

@Ryu_Okami 11 ай бұрын

I definitely would want a Switch cleaning vid, and Series S perhaps too. Switch might be a little more difficult. Great video as always though!

@xSpartan127x 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this, seems easier than what I thought

@CRIMSON-FLAME1 11 ай бұрын

Ive seen your videos around and now im a subscriber thanks to this particular video. Good job my friend. Thanks.

@ClapperDan 11 ай бұрын

I cleaned out my console earlier this year after I had a shutdown playing Resident Evil 2. Owner since launch, I indeed had a very dirty Xbox. Bought the necessary tools, followed a guide and had almost no issue cleaning it, with the most troubling thing being taking off the base plate. I had to brute for my T6 as I didn't have a flathead small enough to to fit. Its not hard at all, and there's almost zero risk if you are on a clean and flat surface. Trust your ability to be careful being the best advice here.

@punkizm 11 ай бұрын

DEFINITELY saving this video for later, thank Spawn 🤙🏽

@bromax360 11 ай бұрын

A Series S and Switch tutorial please 🙏, your guides are so helpful and personally very enjoyable to watch.

@Didgey77 11 ай бұрын

Thanks John, been thinking about doing mine, now I know how to! 👍🏻

@Williamswartz 2 ай бұрын

I remember taking apart the 360 and fixing it when it got the red ring with my dad lol this is such a simple design crazy how far tech has come

@VEN0M415 11 ай бұрын

I absolutely love the hardware of the series x, really well thought out design and even though its imitating the corsair one its a good imitation. I only with the exterior and UI could have looked as unique as its internals.

@6speeds10 11 ай бұрын

I'd be interested in a video for the switch. Mine is an original 2017 unit. I take care of it and it runs fine, but probably due to be cleaned. Maybe fresh thermal paste too.

@johnshawdocherty7594 11 ай бұрын

Great video m8 for the multi platforms

@domymbd 11 ай бұрын

thanks for the tip! Didnt know that, I'll do it later today

@mashamaxret 11 ай бұрын

Yes a complete Switch disassembly and cleaning would be great!!!

@shadowdancer3888 11 ай бұрын

Please do a Switch cleaning now! I keep mine under a cloth when I’m not playing, as I don’t think the fan turns on while I’m not using it, so it’s quite clean

@tennek127 11 ай бұрын

This is definitely easy, could you do one on the Series S?

@russellwiseman3380 11 ай бұрын

Yes please!!!

@dayonerecoverdub3626 11 ай бұрын

Crazy last night I was like I need to do a proper cleaning on my xbox and bam a video awesome thanks great video.

@Asherroc 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video I just pulled a small fuzz rug off my heat sink. I was getting the over heating message the last couple days. It probably has been running almost 24/7 since the day I bought it 3 years ago. I have cleaned and vacuumed it from the outside. After opening it up though I found my problems 😂

@Asherroc 5 ай бұрын

I couldn’t even run my Xbox for 1 hour previously and it would over heat right at the most intense part of the game and I would lose all my progress

@stinger822 11 ай бұрын

You're a good man Jon, thanks for looking out for your community regardless of what console they prefer to play on.

@DistortedMorals 11 ай бұрын

Appreciate the video! Made cleaning my Series X a breeze. Could you do a video on how to clean the Series S? Both my siblings have a Series S and I'd like to clean it for them.

@TheBongorock 11 ай бұрын

I have 3 dogs and 1 cat. I fight dust all the time in my house but my xbox series x was actually super clean on the inside. I have always used cheese cloth over it while not on because it lets it breath while still keeping crap out. It worked very well.

@kevinlee6003 11 ай бұрын

Very informative video, thanks 😊

@j.deleos1412 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this cleaning guide.

@offspringfan89 11 ай бұрын

I like to use a thin microfibre cloth/paper towel damped with deionized water to clean fans, tight spots and metal parts. Anyway, Series X is so well enginereed, I gotta appreciate how compact it is compared to PS5. Good video, it's always reassuring to see someone showing how to do it first.

@mariovsingh 11 ай бұрын

Great work and yes plus, a switch video for sure!

@Un_Popular_Opinions 4 ай бұрын

Did this last night after having it sit in my bookmarks for months. But my series x was making LOUD fan noises and I decided it was time. I'm so glad I did! Now my fan is whisper quiet!

@AudioGuyBrian 11 сағат бұрын

I have found a shaving brush (badger hair brush) is the best at cleaning small items and fan blades. It is easier on the fan bearings than wiping with a paper towel or toothbrush which puts a lot of friction on the hub of the fan. Shaving brushes are also incredibly good for cleaning small toys and die-cast model cars.

@BlackJoePesci 11 ай бұрын

Thank You John!

@JGKingCrusher 7 ай бұрын

Did it, think It went ok... time will tell. Thanks for the video.

@NewsanceInHD 11 ай бұрын

This is the video I’ve been waiting for

@brentruvio6556 11 ай бұрын

Thanks to yours and tronixfix videos I was able to deep clean reapply thermal paste to both my original Xbox one and original PS4. Artic mx6 is the shit 🤘

@RokushoHasashi 11 ай бұрын

Very informative video 👏🏽 I would totally do this if I didn't buy the 2 year warranty the day I bought my Xbox Series X lol. I have filters on my console though.

@freedomfrochaos7730 11 ай бұрын

Yes, I would be impressed if you would tell me how to clean the series collection

@notchristiankunze 11 ай бұрын

great video! my Xbox is close to my front door so I'm sure it's picking up all types on pollen and other things

@Unithrex 11 ай бұрын

A video for switch would be awesome too!

@brandonfarfan1978 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this Xbox cleaning tut. It will definitely come in handy.👍 4:39 Dust bunnies.👍🐰

@TheShadowkrab 4 ай бұрын

ordering vent filters from Temu is also a very good thing I reccomend for Series X owners, those holes are massive and a dust trap.

@tediz8280 11 ай бұрын

thanks! i will try to do ths soon.

@tonystreet3574 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Spawnwave, great vid, i forgot how quiet the series x is when its not full of dust

@6mazing 11 ай бұрын

Please do one for the switch. Had mine since it came out, definitely needs a service.

@michaelburton 11 ай бұрын

I clean the outside monthly so when I opened mine up i was really surprised how nasty the heatsink was. If you run the default power settings of always on it needs to be done more often.

@jaysins 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for.the cleaning tutorial, much appreciated bro.

@mukeshgoolcharan6121 11 ай бұрын

Good stuff man 😊😊

@Lex10999 4 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks :)

@TheeThunderGod 10 ай бұрын

I would use a small light vacuum. Compressed air only moves dust, doesn't remove it and can actually push it deeper into the console or further into the heatsink fins. Wipe extra loose dust, dont blow it around with air cuz that aint "cleaning", thats just relocating dust.

@dazedgamer86 11 ай бұрын

awesome this really helps on what to do without ruining your series x and did you say you need a torque screwdriver?

@deusvlad2.083 11 ай бұрын

Easiest way to clean the Xbox sX is to get a henry vacuum or a super vacuum of the like, then suck up through the holes baby, while its off and a fan blowing from underneath lol

@yesiamsharon 11 ай бұрын

I'd appreciate a Switch cleaning one for the different models.

@Doughboy123x 11 ай бұрын

Definitely wouldn't mind a Switch cleaning video.

@ScrapKing73 11 ай бұрын

Awesome video. Please do one for the Xbox Series S! :-)

@XXTheTruthXX5 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@jesse1794 11 ай бұрын

Great video, you should do the whole switch family too 🙏

@richardmcgowan1651 11 ай бұрын

If your console is really dirty and or taking it apart grab Isopropyl alcohol wipes. I use them when taking PCs apart and it's easier than trying to get bottles of the stuff. Especially if it's hard to find as bottles of the stuff aren't allowed on planes. If you order online were it needs to be put on a plane at some point. They won't deliver it to you.

@ggrischow 11 ай бұрын

John, my CD drive has a hard time reading the disks. How would you go about cleaning the lazer?

@marky3609 11 ай бұрын

Man the Xbox Series X is probably one of the best built consoles ever I mean it's so small sleek and compact yet powerful as hell and easy as hell to teardown. The maintenance for it is so simple I feel like anybody could really do it. Very fantastic console indeed.

@catcherinthepie3846 11 ай бұрын

Pulling the air from the bottom and side and venting it out to the top is what many pcs do. It's not surprising. Heat rises so it's efficent and smart engineering. I wont ever buy a console, but props to them for creating something that makes sense.

@benm1889 11 ай бұрын

Bought one second hand off eBay i very good condition. Opened it up and pulled all the guts out of the shell and DAMN was it dusty! Accidentally broke the 2 bottom clips off the back plate :( Still holds together thanks to the screw and was still worth it.

@juanyeeast1630 11 ай бұрын

Im getting an Xbox Series X in a few days, and watching this video made things less stressfull when I have to clean it in future use lol

@kevinhone7526 5 ай бұрын

My best tip to know it's alive, put your ear on top of the console so you can hear it turn on? And put your hand on the fan to feel the air?

@robballer 11 ай бұрын

Definitely do a switch video! You can make a series out of it and clean all the consoles you have.

@tevin3916 11 ай бұрын

Helpful video

@Cr1ms0nPwnda 11 ай бұрын

After 3 years or so of mine running all day, every day in a house with long haired cats, I cleaned mine. There was almost nothing to clean so that's good to know it's not gonna need this all the time.

@insanegnyc 5 ай бұрын

Just put a dust filter in the inlet which will decrease air flow BUT with the help of an additional exhaust fan, it should not only keep the Xbox cooler then original but keep it clean.

@markstephenson6744 11 ай бұрын

There’s a fairly easy way to remove the stand too and get in to it that way. Unfortunately I can’t remember what it is, but I would have seen it on either a similar video or in the comments.

@paperman9708 5 ай бұрын

They made it so easy!

@csul8087 4 ай бұрын

Would you recommend running a small handheld vacuum over the top from time to time.

@jockmattock9239 11 ай бұрын

Amazing, thanks. I'm planning on using a heat gun for the stickers because I'd like it to stay minty and plan on using a mini vacuum. Is it ok if I use a mini vacuum? Thanks again!