Occasional cleaning is recommended if you want to keep you Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and other compatible controllers in tip-top condition. You can check out this guide at Seeking Tech to see how you can properly clean these Microsoft products.
What cleaning solution can you use for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Xbox controllers?
In order to simply clean your Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and other Xbox controllers without disinfecting it, Microsoft recommends using either plain water or water mixed with mild soap.
What disinfecting solution can you use for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles?
To clean and disinfect your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S systems at the same time, Microsoft recommends using an isopropyl alcohol (also known as IPA) solution that has 70% concentration at most.
If you looking for this type of solution, then we suggest getting the Chem Corp Isopropyl Alcohol, which you can find on Amazon with this link. (#CommissionsEarned).
What disinfecting solution can you use for Xbox Adaptive, Xbox One and Xbox Series controllers?
The following products have been tested by Microsoft to be safe for use when it comes to disinfecting the Xbox Adaptive, Xbox One and Xbox Series controllers:
- CaviWipes
- Clorox Healthcare Bleach Germicidal Wipes
- Covidien Alcohol Prep pads
- Dawn with water mix
- Formula 409 All-Purpose Cleaner
- PDI Sani-Cloth Plus
- Total Solutions Disinfectant Wipes
- Windex Glass Cleaner
- Isopropyl alcohol solution (70% concentration or less)
- Other mild dish soap with water mix
What disinfecting solution can you use for Xbox Elite controller?
The following disinfectants have been tested by Microsoft to be safe for use with the Xbox Elite controller:
- Dawn with water mix
- Formula 409 All-Purpose Cleaner
- Windex Glass Cleaner
- Isopropyl alcohol solution (70% concentration or less)
- Other mild dish soap with water mix
What can you use to wipe Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Xbox controllers?
To wipe your console and controller, Microsoft suggests using a soft, lint-free cloth.
If you are looking for a product, then we recommend checking out the MagicFiber Microfiber Cleaning Cloths, which you can find on Amazon with this link. (#CommissionsEarned).
How to clean and disinfect Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Xbox controllers
In order to clean, as well as disinfect, your Xbox Series X console, Xbox Series S console, as well as the compatible controllers, you can take the following steps:
1. Turn off your console and controller.
2. Remove any cables or accessories you have connected to the console and controller.
If you are using a controller with a removeable battery, you might want to consider removing the battery (or batteries) so that you won’t accidentally turn on the controller when wiping it clean.
3. Wet your cloth with the cleaning solution.
Make sure you don’t get the cloth too damp. If you do, you can squeeze out any excess liquid before wiping your console or controller.
4. You can now wipe your console and controller with the cloth.
When wiping make sure you avoid getting any excess water inside any of the open ports and/or vents of your console and controller.
5. Once you are done wiping your console and controller clean, wait until both are completely dried out.
We don’t recommend using a hair dryer or any other heating tools to speed up the drying process as you could end up damaging these Microsoft electronics.
6. Once the console and controller have been completely dried, you can reconnect all the cables and accessories you previously connected.
7. You can then turn on and use your console and controller.
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