Why Won’t My Xbox Series X or S Turn on?

When an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S won’t turn on, there is usually a problem with the hardware, corrupt software or firmware, or a power issue. Hardware problems can be related to the power supply, power button, and other internal electronics that are best left to the professionals. Most other issues, including power, software, and firmware, have potential fixes that you can do yourself. Power issues are usually external to your Xbox console, and can often be fixed by switching outlets or power strips. Software and firmware issues can be more complicated, but they are usually caused by an incomplete update or corrupt files.

How to Fix it When an Xbox Series X or S Won’t Turn on

To troubleshoot your Xbox Series X or S, and potentially fix it, perform each of the following steps in order:

What If the Xbox Series X or S Still Won’t Turn on?

If your console still won’t turn on after following all of the above tips, then you probably have some type of hardware fault. Contact Xbox support for further assistance. If your console is still under warranty, you may be able to obtain a repair for free, and support will be able to point you in the right direction if your warranty is expired.