After banishing the Xbox 360 and HD DVD drive to the lower bay in the interest of noise reduction, I got interested in just how hot it might be getting in there, so I collected a little data. On the left is the room temperature, and on the right is the temperature in the lower bay of the entertainment center after playing an HD DVD for an hour:
This is with the main unit placed vertically, maximizing the open air exposure to the case vents. I also tried to place the sensor in what I thought would be the coolest spot in the bay.
It’s about what I expected, and I think I’m going to let it ride. The Xbox 360 manual describes an overheat error condition, and I didn’t trip that today after three hours of continual use. So I think it will be fine.
It’s an entertaining little beastie, but if you get one, be prepared for the heat and the racket.
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