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hey TTG,

im on a roadtrip right now... && i wanna watch netflix on my xbox. i have the wifi network working (as you can see) and i also have a 200 watt power inverter.. i have my xbox all plugged up, i power it up and 3 seconds later the power inverter beeps really loud and the xbox shuts off... ive tried it over and over && it doesnt work...

can anyone help please?! ill be very greatful and + rep


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will someone please help?
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make sure the power converter is not covered at all cuz they overheat very easly
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FaZexCaLiiBuR wrote make sure the power converter is not covered at all cuz they overheat very easly

okay one sec ill try again
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well from what i have read the xbox only takes 175 watts but 2.42 amps so yeah...
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Try getting a new power converter with more wattage
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make sure not a lot of stuff and covering it and hold the power button and restart it
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TTG_FatModderz wrote Try getting a new power converter with more wattage

i think it has enough, maybe its just old?
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The Xbox uses to much power. The inverter shuts off so it doesn't kill your car's battery.

Anyways, you need another inverter with more wattage.
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I-Got-Shells wrote well from what i have read the xbox only takes 175 watts but 2.42 amps so yeah...

ohh, mine says 1.74 amps
ill stop and by a new one at best buy
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