Xbox One is a fantastic gaming system, but man, does that little black box get hot! Especially after 12-16 hours in Fallout 4. Yes, the XB1 has a large internal fan, but it's lethargic: it draws a small volume of fresh air and pushes out an equally small volume of hot air out the top. Some say this is enough: 'That's way they designed it!' I know, I've read all those articles (and so have you, I'm guessing). But you're reading this review now because, like me, you've come to realize that 'design myth' is just that: a myth. I'm being polite here; you may have another word for it. Put simply: That box is too damn hot. And heat is killer for high-end electronics.
My solution is simple and relatively inexpensive (especially considering the cost of a new XB1). It's also two-pronged:
PART ONE: This fan. Place it on top of the exhaust vent to help pull hot air up and out. (Use a deflector to redirect air flow if your XB1 is in a cramped location like a bookcase.) Fan can use one of the two USB slots on back of XB1.
PART TWO: (and this is important) A side vent fan of some sort. Blowing in. Another 120mm sitting on the outside? Maybe. It's so quiet, I may try that. The fan I chose however was the DOBE integrated side-vent fan. Available on Amazon. (There are several fans of identical design which makes me think there's one manufacturer and many distributors - I chose DOBE because their ad was almost in English). Snap out the old vent/dust cover (use a thin butter knife and throw out the plastic pry included) and then snap in the fan unit. It's a good fit and utilizes the side USB port (I didn't even know it was there). The design gives you back two USB ports to compensate but I haven't tried them (I've read there may be data transfer issues vis-à-vis external HDDs but that's beyond the cooling focus here).
The two fan approach works quite nicely for me: At the end of a 12-hour Fallout 4 session recently, I lifted the top fan off and put my hand right on the exhaust vent and could barely discern the heat. What a difference!
DOWNSIDE? Only from the integrated side-vent fan: A slight fan-hum is audibly discernable even on the low setting. I think I can live with it though given the results. The AC Infinity fan on the other hand is whisper quiet. When the DOBE stops working I may just buy a second 120mm and stick it along the side vent and see how that works. Hope that helps all you XB1 gamers out there have a cool summer!
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AC Infinity is a technology company that specializes in environmental controls for audio/video and HVAC. The company was founded on the principle of working closely with customers to develop great products. Dependable service and a commitment to product quality are the foundations of the business's values.
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Product Description
MULTIFAN Series
Designed to quietly cool Xboxs, Playstations, Rokus, Apple TVs, receivers, modems, routers, DVRs, computers, and other audio video electronics.
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Multi-Speed ControllerInline switch enables you to optimize fan speed for various applications. Can be powered through USB ports found behind AV electronics and consoles. |
Ultra-Quiet FansDesigned to maximize airflow CFM to noise dBA ratio. Dual-ball bearings rated at 67,000 hours allows the fans to be laid flat or stand upright. |
Quality ApprovedContains UL recognized axial fans under #E503903 in 2018 by Underwriter Laboratories. Archived in UL Online Certifications Directory. |
Silicone Rubber FeetAbsorbs noise and surface friction caused by fan vibrations. Unused pieces can be detached to reduce overall height for tight spaces. |
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| Model | AI-MPF80A | AI-MPF120A | AI-MPF140A | AI-MPF80A2 | AI-MPF120A2 | AI-MPB140A |
| Dimensions | 80x80x25 mm | 120x120x25 mm | 140x140x25 mm | 80x80x25 mm (x2) | 120x120x25 mm (x2) | 120x120x25 mm |
| Airflow | 26 CFM | 52 CFM | 57 CFM | 52 CFM | 104 CFM | 35 CFM |
| Noise | 17 dBA | 18 dBA | 18 dBA | 18 dBA | 19 dBA | 17 dBA |
| Multi-Speed Controller with Power Switch | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dual Ball Bearings at up to 67,000 Hrs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Axial Fans Meet UL-507 Standards in 2018 for Safety (Underwriters Laboratories #E503903) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB Plug with 6-foot Power Cord | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Compatible with Turbo Wall Adapter (Sold Separately) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Applications (Can by laid flat or stand upright) | Receiver, DVR, Router, Modem, Xbox, Playstation, and other Audio Video electronics | Receiver, DVR, Router, Modem, Xbox, Playstation, and other Audio Video electronics | Receiver, DVR, Router, Modem, Xbox, Playstation, and other Audio Video electronics | Receiver, DVR, Router, Modem, Xbox, Playstation, and other Audio Video electronics | Receiver, DVR, Router, Modem, Xbox, Playstation, and other Audio Video electronics | Receiver, DVR, Amplifier, Router, Modem, and other Audio Video electronics |
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