How to Make Updates Go Faster on Xbox Series X

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Try updating during off-peak hours like late at night. Fewer people online means less congestion and faster downloads for you.

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ReoccuringRace·5 months ago

You can also pause any game installations or other downloads that might be happening. Focusing solely on the update can speed things up.

CoilingShip·5 months ago

First, make sure your Xbox is connected via a wired Ethernet connection instead of Wi-Fi. You'll get faster and more stable download speeds.

CoilingShip·5 months ago

My hot take: Just be patient, dude. Sometimes updates just take time no matter what!

PassingDada·5 months ago

Disable any background apps running on your Xbox. This frees up system resources and ensures the update process is smoother and faster.

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