Product Description

Utilize Nyko¿s cutting edge TempSmart technology to keep your Xbox 360 console running at optimal environmental conditions with the Intercooler TS. The Intercooler TS provides increased air flow away from the 360 which allows the console to perform in a cooler, better ventilated environment ideal for cramped entrainment centers. No internal modification of the Xbox 360 is required. Nyko¿s TempSmart technology automatically powers on the Intercooler¿s fans when needed, and continue to cool the console even after the system has been powered down till a proper ambient temperature has been reached. The Intercooler TS is powered by a sleek AC adaptor, requiring no batteries or USB cables, allowing for a clean and easy installation, perfect for any home entertainment set up. The design of the Intercooler TS blends seamless with the design of the Xbox 360 console, and works in both the horizontal and vertical position.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #770 in Video Games
• Brand: Nyko
• Model: 86018
• Released on: 2008-10-25
• Platform: Xbox 360
• Dimensions: 3.25" h x 4.00" w x 9.50" l, 1.90 pounds

Features

• Increases air flow throughout the 360 providing an optimal console environment
• TempSmart Technology automatically controls Intercooler operation
• AC powered: no batteries or USB cables to the console are necessary
• Snap-on installation means no tools or other modification are required
• Can be used with the Xbox 360 in either vertical or horizontal position

Customer Reviews

Significantly Quieter and Smaller than the Intercooler EX
Unit is VERY noticeably quieter and smaller than the Intercooler Ex. Auto on/off function is great, that way the 360 starts up quiet and as you play games turns on as needed. Great improvement over the EX.

EDIT: After using this for the last week I wish I could take the review up another star. The TS is actually keeping the entire 360 cool to the touch, even the games are now coming out at room temp instead of on fire. And like I said before, the sound is WAYYY less than the EX, not a whole lot louder than a computer.

EDIT: Pushing 5 months and absolutely no problem with my 360...gets used daily and is working like a charm :)

Everything is better in pairs
The Nyko intercooler TS is the long awaited cooler to finally put rest to the problems of the past (draining power from the console), but it falls short of delivering the ultimate solution. For people in warm to hot climates (Caribbean) like me, the problem of the Xbox 360 overheating is very serious, as i can testify that my first one went the way of the RROD, even with a fan next to it.

Nyko's new product does works as advertised, it gets some hot air out, but to my surprise it does have a mixed effect on the console performance. While playing Gears of War i noticed that the intercooler caused some noticeable lag that was not present before. In my opinion it is because the fans are under powered (low RPM) and to that you add that the intercooler blocks the original fans exhaust, resulting in a half way solution, or increased problems.

What i am doing now is a combination of two imperfect products:
The Intec Cooling Station(a cool base with a fan) + the nyko intercooler TS =
the results are great, the game disc comes out at room temperature, and the console performs as good as ever (note that there is no air conditioning in the room).

My recommendation is that if overheating is a serious trouble for you, dont rely in just one product to solve it.


*****Edit Dec 6 2008******

Almost a month later the intercooler is working great. excellent purchase for any xbox 360 player

***2nd Edit Feb 3 2009****

As stated in the first two paragraph, the intercooler performs as advertised, but beware. IF you plan to use your 360 in the HORIZONTAL position, this product might not be enough. Given to the limited space inside the console, the motherboard and all computing components are sitting below the DVD drive. In the horizontal position the heat is not dissipated and therefore it stays concentrated between the 360 and the tv table, very problematic scenario. My solution was to get one of those laptop cooling fans and use it for the 360. Its compact enough and it looks decent. Just remember that the 360 is n
known to have heat issues, take the necessary measures to prolong the life of your console.

Works better and worth the money
I have had this product for three days so far as it says in the product summary it has a temperature control. Since it has a external ac adapter you do not have to worry anymore of the product ruining your Xbox anymore. i found that what it advertised is true. It doesn't turn off when you turn off your console if the console is still hot. I found this a very nifty feature. I think it is worth it for the old and new consoles since we know The RROD mostly happens when the console overheats i would say this product those its job.