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    Xbox 360 console turns off unexpectedly

    The Xbox 360 console can unexpectedly turn off under the following circumstances:

    • The Auto-Off setting is enabled, and the console has been inactive for six hours.
    • The console is too hot.
    • There's a problem with the power supply.

    Troubleshooting

    Solutions

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    Solution 1: Make sure that the Auto-Off setting is disabled
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    Solution 2: Let the console cool down
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    Solution 3: Check the power supply light

    Solution 1: Make sure that the Auto-Off setting is disabled

    1. Start the Xbox 360 console without a disc in the disc tray.
    2. Go to Settings and then select System.
    3. Select Console Settings.
    The System Settings screen, with 'Console Settings' selected.
    1. Select Startup and Shutdown.
    The Console Settings screen, with 'Startup and Shutdown' selected.
    1. Highlight Auto-Off. View your settings on the right side of the screen.
    The Startup and Shutdown screen, with 'Auto-Off' selected.
    1. If the Auto-Off setting is disabled, go to step 8.
    2. If the Auto-Off setting is enabled, select Auto-Off and then select Disable.
    The Auto-Off screen, with 'Disable' selected.
    1. Turn off the console. Wait about 10 minutes, and then turn the console back on.

    If the problem still occurs, note how long the console was on before it shut down, and then do one of the following:

    If you have an original Xbox 360 console

    • If two lights are flashing around the power button, go to Solution 2, “Let the console cool down”.
    • If the console just turns off and there's no indicator light illuminated around the power button, go to Solution 3, “Check the power supply light”.

    If you have an Xbox 360 S console

    • If the power button is flashing red, go to the Xbox 360 Flashing Lights Solution.
    • If the console just turns off and there's no indicator light illuminated around the power button, go to Solution 3, “Check the power supply light”.

    Solution 2: Let the console cool down

    Note If you have an Xbox 360 S console, wait for the red light to stop flashing before proceeding.

    1. Turn off the console.
    2. Wait at least one hour.
    3. Turn on the console.

    Important Make sure your console is in a cool, well-ventilated place. Remove any objects on, under or right next to the console.

    If the problem still occurs, request a repair.

    Repair or warranty questions? See Warranty and service: FAQ.

    Solution 3: Check the power supply light

    Solid green or solid orange light: Your power supply is working. If your console won’t turn on, try the Xbox 360 No Power Solution.

    An arrow pointing to the power supply light on an Xbox 360 power supply.

    Flashing orange, solid red or no light: Your power supply may need to be replaced. Try the following solutions:

    1. Plug your console’s power supply into a different electrical outlet. Do not use a surge protector.
    2. If the power supply light is solid red or flashing orange, unplug the power supply and let it cool for 30 minutes. Then plug the power supply back into the power point.

    If your power supply light is still flashing orange or solid red, or is unlit, your power supply needs to be replaced.

    You can order a replacement Xbox 360 power supply from the Xbox Online Service Centre. Console registration is required to replace the power supply under warranty (the power supply warranty is the same as your console warranty).

    Repair or warranty questions? See Warranty and service: FAQ.

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