Fix for Xbox 360 Slim Flashing red light on power button

Xbox 360 Slim user faces a problem of red light been flash continously on your Xbox 360 Slim power button. This continously flashing of red light indicate the issue of insufficient ventilation.

Here is the screenshot to give you a clear indication of the symptoms of this issue:

Red light on the power button of Xbox 360 Slim blinks red:

Following message may also displayed at your Xbox 360 Slim screen:

Problem Cause:

The continous falshing ofred light on the power button indicate your Xbox 360 Slim console has insufficient ventilation. The red light will continue blink until and unless the Xbox 360 Slim gets cools down.

There are three possible solution to get this issue resolve.

Solution 1:

Wait for the console to get the cool down itself so that the flashing of red light stop, than turn ON the console. When you turn ON your console you will get a message give you the possible reason for the issue and the measure to be taken to prevent its occurence in future.

Solution 2:

If the Xbox 360 Slim doesn't get cool down itself, than turn off your console and move it to an open and well ventilated area.

Here is some of the tips regarding positioning of Xbox 360 Slim:

• Keep it in an open space and area, avoid keeping it in an enclosed area.
• Avoid keeping other electronic devices on top or underneath ot against Xbox 360 Slim.
• Avoid positioning of console nearer to heat source.

Solution 3:

If all the above solution fails to start your Xbox 360 Slim than the final solution is to send it for repairing at Microsoft Service Center.