Yet another 360 cooling solution: the XFan
If you're still deathly afraid of your Xbox 360 overheating, then we have a brand new solution for you. Introducing the Titan XFan, a device bulky enough that it's likely to make your power brick jealous. So, what makes the XFan different from the 360-melting NYKO Intercooler? Apart from its arguably more attractive design, the XFan uses the rear USB port for its power needs. The Intercooler, on the other hand, pulled its juice from the power port (which reportedly led to its 360-damaging problems). The XFan also includes a pass-through port that allows you to utilize the rear USB if you need it.Even with all these spiffy features, we're not exactly clamoring to get one. If you really want to keep your 360 cool, we suggest the simplest solution: plenty of ventilation. Still, if you just have to stick a 3rd party device onto your 360, you might remotely consider possibly thinking about maybe purchasing the XFan when it releases later this month.
[Via TheXboxDomain. Thanks, Michael]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
MDB @ Jun 1st 2007 1:49PM
I've toyed with a bunch of different 3rd party cooling products, and I believe that by far the best one is the Antec Notebook cooler, see here in this auction:
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Antec-Notebook-Laptop-Cooler-Quiet_W0QQitemZ300113481494QQcmdZViewItem
Even though it's not designed for the 260, it fits perfectly under it (yes, you do have to lay your 360 flat). It makes some noise, but not as much as the 360 itself, and there are high and low speeds. Ever since I put this under my 260 I've had ZERO lockups. (The Nyko actually did not solve my launch 360's freezing problems). I wholeheartedly recommend this product.
Tony @ Jun 1st 2007 1:57PM
MDB - I was wondering if someone made something like that. It would be a great idea for the system.
I lay mine horizontally, but keep a component switcher underneath to raise it up so that the vents on the bottom have room. I've had no problem since then at all.... been months since even my last freeze.
Matthew Moore @ Jun 1st 2007 2:07PM
I may just grab that to deal with the huge amount of dust circulating around my 360. It also seems to be safer than the intercooler because it does connect directly to the power port on the 360. I wonder how much it is.
Richard @ Jun 1st 2007 2:51PM
A intercooler thats powered by the usb port should be alright, but I'd like to see a stand-like cooler that blows air up through the bottom of the 360, that would work in its natural air-flow.
Joshua @ Jun 1st 2007 3:06PM
Richard,
Are you talking about something like the offering from Pelican's Fan Stand?
Richard @ Jun 1st 2007 3:16PM
Theres already one? does it run on its own power?
Neil Treble @ Jun 1st 2007 7:11PM
I had the Nyko intercooler and then noticed some scorching marks around my power cord. Took it off and have had no overheating problems even after hours of play in the Texas heat. No more third party accessories for me!
Grant @ Jun 1st 2007 8:58PM
personally i just point one of the jets from my A/C towards the back of the unit, which is now chilling next to my TV instead of within the glass case of death.
It doesn't even hiccup anymore.
PS!CHO @ Jun 1st 2007 10:17PM
@6
Yeah, the Pelican fan works by USB.
I don't know if its good though, don't own one, but i'm definitely getting this Xfan for the hell of it, ill tell you guys if its good or not when I get it.
alexy @ Jun 12th 2007 7:08PM
How much do you think this thing will cost? xD