We all know the 360 puts out alot of heat. I for one am paranoid I have read all of the horror stories. I prefer to keep my 360 horizontal. My unit was always very warm to the touch.
The other day my friend told me of a new accessory for the 360 call the intercooler. he said ever since he installed it the 360 has been cool as ice.
I for one am afraid of gimmicks so I tried to do my research. ever where I looked it was all sold out. I figured there must be something to this. Well finally using the Gamestop product availibility locator on there website. I found one at a local store and I must say it is a great device.
The unit snaps into the power supply and it has 3 fans running it even has an on and off switch. It looks like a natural part of the 360.
To be honest I would be a good move for microsoft to cut a deal and add them to the 360 permanently. The total drop in heat is amazing. The fans are constantly blowing out warm air and after 2 hours of constantly running the sides and top of the unit are amazingly cool to the touch.
You can find it you just have to do your research. check the gamestop store locator by zip. If you find on chances are that its there. Call the store and ask them to hold it.
Price is 19.99. well worth it.
Stay away from the pelican fan stand. Most store had them in stock but most Managers said the intercooler goes out as soon as it comes in and is by far the best. This one gets my total 2 thumbs up.
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