That can lead to heat building up inside the machine, which ultimately results in the Fire Stick overheating.
Heres how to stop a Fire Stick from overheating:
Unplug the Fire Stick and let it cool down.
Unplug it from your television and from itsUSBpower source, and place it in a well ventilated area.
After it has cooled down, you’re able to plug it back in and proceed.
Try a different HDMI port.
If your TV hasHDMIports in several locations, try moving the Fire Stick to a different port.
Use the HDMI extender.
Use a longer HDMI extender.
Use a USB port on your TV.
That will allow the Fire Stick to power down when the TV is turned on.
Not all TV USB ports are capable of providing enough power to run your Fire Stick.
Check with your TV manufacturer if you arent sure.
Unplugging the power adapter will, of course, power down the Fire Stick.
Your Fire Stick may be overheating because its working too hard, and app notifications take up processing power.
Navigate toSettings>Preferences>Notification configs, and turn onDo Not Interrupt.
kill the AutoPlay feature.
This is another feature which may be overtaxing your Fire Stick.
Navigate toSettings>Preferences>Featured Content, and switch offAllow Sound AutoPlayandAllow Video AutoPlay.
erase the Fire Stick cache.
Navigate toSettings>Applications>Manage Installed Applications>(App)>Clear Cache.
Do this for each app you use a lot, and each app with a large cache.
Reset your Fire Stick.
If nothing else has worked, perform a factory reset on your Fire Stick.
Can a Fire Stick Burn Out?
In most cases, an overheated Fire Stick will start working again if you allow it to cool down.
Should You Leave a Fire Stick Plugged In?
Your Fire Stick is designed to remain plugged in all the time.
Like any other plug, the HDMI plug on your Fire Stick can wear out from excessive use.
Can I Leave My Fire Stick on All the Time?
If your Fire Stick overheats a lot, then shutting it off when it isnt in use can help.
Causes of When a Fire Stick Overheats
All electronics generate at least some heat when theyre on.
Fire sticks don’t normally overheat.
When a Fire Stick overheats, youll notice one or more of these symptoms:
