How to Fix an Xbox One that Randomly Powers Off

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

Xbox One.


If you're having trouble with your Xbox One shutting down unexpectedly, this guide will provide some troubleshooting steps that may resolve this issue.

2. Overheating Issue

Your Xbox One console may become hot to the touch or you may get a message on the screen stating the console is getting improper ventilation.

Xbox One improper ventilation message.

To resolve this issue, do the following:

  1. Turn off the console:
  2. From the console - Press the Xbox button on the front of the console.
Power button pointed out on Xbox One.
  1. From the controller:
  2. Press and hold the Xbox button on the controller.
Xbox button pointed out on controller.
  1. Select Turn console off from the on-screen prompt.
Turn console off option highlighted in on-screen prompt.
  1. Wait at least one hour.
  2. Move the console to a cool, well-ventilated spot. Remove any objects on, under, or right next to the console.
Well ventilated console placement.
  1. Turn on the console.

3. Toggle Auto Turn Off

  1. Press the Xbox button on the controller.
Placement of Xbox button on gamepad pointed out.

  1. Go to the System tab.
System icon pointed out in Xbox One menu.
  1. Then go to Settings.
Settings option highlighted in Xbox One menu.
  1. Then go to Power & startup.
Power & startup option highlighted in Xbox menu.
  1. And then go to Power mode & startup.
Power mode & startup option highlighted in Xbox settings.
  1. Select the Turn off after option.
Turn off after option highlighted in Xbox One settings.
  1. Set the option that best fits your preference:
  2. 1 hour of inactivity
  3. 6 hours of inactivity
  4. Don't turn off automatically
Turn off after choices listed in Xbox One settings.

4. Resolve Boot Issues for Xbox One

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5. Clear Persistent Storage

  1. Press the Xbox button on the controller.
Placement of Xbox button on gamepad pointed out.

  1. Go to the System tab.
System icon pointed out in Xbox One menu.
  1. Then go to Settings.
Settings option highlighted in Xbox One menu.
  1. Then go to Disc & Blu-ray.
Disc & Blu-ray option highlighted in Xbox One settings.
  1. And then go to Blu-ray.
Blu-ray option highlighted in Xbox One settings.
  1. Select Persistent Storage.
Persistent Storage option highlighted in Xbox One settings.
  1. Then select Clear Persistent Storage.
Clear Persistent Storage highlighted on prompt.

6. Shut Down by Router

Some wireless routers may utilize certain settings that could cause your Xbox One console to shut down unexpectedly. For example, a power saving setting or network setting may cause your console to shut down.

If your Xbox One uses a wireless connection to get connected to the internet, testing your connection by wiring directly to your router is the best way to determine if wireless settings will need to be adjusted.

7. Connect Device to Network - Wired

  1. Acquire an Ethernet cable.
  2. Take one end of the cable and plug it into your router/modem's Ethernet port.
  3. Plug the other end of the cable into your device's Ethernet port.

Ethernet Cable

Ethernet cable.

Ethernet Port

Ethernet port.

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9. What's next?

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11. Toggle Auto Turn Off

  1. Press the Xbox button on the controller.
Placement of Xbox button on gamepad pointed out.

  1. Go to the System tab.
System icon pointed out in Xbox One menu.
  1. Then go to Settings.
Settings option highlighted in Xbox One menu.
  1. Then go to Power & startup.
Power & startup option highlighted in Xbox menu.
  1. And then go to Power mode & startup.
Power mode & startup option highlighted in Xbox settings.
  1. Select the Turn off after option.
Turn off after option highlighted in Xbox One settings.
  1. Set the option that best fits your preference:
  2. 1 hour of inactivity
  3. 6 hours of inactivity
  4. Don't turn off automatically
Turn off after choices listed in Xbox One settings.

12. Resolve Boot Issues for Xbox One

Show Me HowClicking this button will open a new guide that will provide you with steps to resolve your issue.