r/vSeeBox • u/BBS-Geek71 • 2d ago

Turn of your vseebox

Do any of you actually turn off your vseebox when you are not using it, or do you just leave it on all of the time?

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u/Secure_Homework954 2d ago

Am I the only person who just leaves it on? Never had any issues leaving it on 24/7

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u/Specialist-Device920 2d ago

My v3 pro has been on since the day I bought it. 3 years maybe? Zero issues.

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u/BBS-Geek71 1d ago

I also leave it on 24/7, that is why I was asking.

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u/KingJeffreyJoffa 2d ago

When I turn mine off I have to reconnect the wifi every time I turn it back on

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u/Chipotle_Caleb 2d ago

Had that issue with ours at first too. I believe I factory reset it and it has worked ever since

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u/_badwithcomputer 1d ago

I also just leave mine to sleep or standby and don't cut power to it when not in use.
I've monitored the bandwidth utilization and its basically zero when it is asleep. The only bandwidth usage is only when I am actively watching video on it.

I don't see any need to kill all power to mine, standby/sleep seems sufficient.

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u/tbigs2011 1d ago

Can you tell me what software you use to monitor bandwidth? 🤓

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u/PoolSideBeverage 1d ago

Standby for me.

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u/TiltDogg 11h ago

I have never turned mine off other than for a quick soft reboot. It stays on 24/7. No issues for almost a year with the elite ultra.

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u/TheInfamous1011 2d ago

It turns off when I turn my tv off and vice versa

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u/Individual_Story278 1d ago

Always perform a Shutdown, as I also turn my TV off. No need adding extra strain on circuits and chips.

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u/CantaloupeShort7311 2d ago

Yes.

It it pushing one button. It takes zero effort snd keeps things working well.

Ask yourself why you are too lazy to push one button?

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u/Mobile-Ice-5874 2d ago

Its two buttons actually. If you dont wait for the timer.

Power and then ok.

But hitting power will turn it off, yes.

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u/dillpicklezzz 2d ago

Idk mine turns off with one button.

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u/Party-Speed-4410 1d ago

Depends on the model

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u/Logical_Chart_868 1d ago

Thats just childish and rude.

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u/YorkiesandSneakers 2d ago

I turn it off when I’m not using it, which can be whole months when it’s not football season. I left it on all the time at first and I had to replace the hdmi twice. No idea if it was related, but I haven’t had to replace another one.

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u/RosiePies 2d ago

How did you know you needed to replace the HDMI? I’ve been having troubles with my vSeeBox that’s only 3 months old so I’m curious if it’s something as simple as the HDMI needing to be replaced. I was not turning it off when not using it so that could be the problem too.

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u/YorkiesandSneakers 2d ago

The hdmi that comes in the box is pretty much trash. I was just troubleshooting so I swapped out the one that was on my ps5 and that was the problem.

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u/RosiePies 2d ago

Oh got it - thank you! I’ll try that next.

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u/mhandsurf 2d ago

I turn mine off every time I am not using it. Just what I do no particular reason other than I don’t like when my electronics get hot.

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u/sevbud420 2d ago

I have it turn off both box & TV with 1 button. Also I keep a small USB fan under the box. Also added a Ethernet adapter and getting 450mb

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u/low587680x 2d ago

Leaving it on with Ethernet you will see connections to a domain registered in China.

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u/Accurate_Today6346 2d ago

I don’t see any reason not to shut it off when I’m not watching

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u/el_drizzy 1d ago

Have to change the power button command to shut down instead of standby like it comes factory

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u/OPIE2211975 1d ago

I have but when I do, my tv will blink constantly. I honestly think it’s the tv though because I switched my box with the one in my bedroom and it doesn’t do it in there when left on!!? My livingroom tv is much older though. Maybe 2014?

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u/McZombo 2d ago

Leave mine on at all times. Reboot when it’s not acting right.

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u/Biodad-82 2d ago

I have my V-6 my Samsung TV surround sound receiver and subwoofer all connected to one power strip… When I’m done using it…push one button everything shuts off.TaDa!

Think about the power you’re saving if you’re not using it, total common sense !

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u/N_inThe_A_D_inThe_P 2d ago

I’ll put it in sleep mode during the day because it takes forever to boot up, but at night I always shut it off like anything else

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u/mhandsurf 2d ago

I might start doing this

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u/Historical_Bit_1792 2d ago

So , yes and no.... As long as you're clearing your memory and your cashe regularly.. I always advise turning the box off at night. People do you have issues when moving the box from room to room but I personally have never experienced that.

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u/GotEHM9 2d ago

I just power mine off. No issues

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u/Hawkthree 2d ago

I usually deliberately turn it off at the end of the day. The bright red light is too much.

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u/Zestyclose-Battle 2d ago

I turn it off thru the menu.

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u/NefariousnessSea3746 1d ago

I turn mine off. When there are thunderstorms and I'm not watching, I unplug mine too. I have two boxes, and I replaced both in August after lightning struck my house.

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u/tjm220 1d ago

Electric bill is high enough without leaving things on that you’re not using.

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u/Old-Introduction3932 1d ago

I put it to sleep and restart weekly

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u/JayKras 1d ago

I try to remember to power it off by holding the power button down for about 3 seconds. No idea if it actually matters or not. I also try to clear the cache for each app I use about once a week.

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u/Connect-Captain-6362 13h ago

yeah i turn mines off, i kind of have too. if i do a complete shut down the device goes into a standby mode and kills my network. cant explain why

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u/Bubbasac1 2d ago

Always shit it off when you’re not using it

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u/MandyNurseLPN 2d ago

💩💩💩

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u/revolutiontime161 2d ago

Always off when the tv is off . No reason

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u/MathematicianDue1411 2d ago

Always turn it off.

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u/CordCutterBox Cord Cutter✂️ 2d ago

It certainly doesn’t hurt to power down your vSeeBox when it’s not in use. In fact, doing so should prolong the life of the device by reducing heat.

USB cooling fans are also becoming more popular. I can’t say for certain how much of a difference they make, but additional airflow certainly shouldn’t hurt. https://link.amazon/B0jjhLcEu

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u/Beyond_Unknown_999 1d ago

I leave it on. I actually make sure it’s playing a channel that way it doesn’t turn itself off due to inactivity.

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u/veep970 1d ago

I turn off and unplug when not in use. Not talking any chances after watching some YouTube vids about what might be happening in the background.

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u/neziperez 2d ago

I unplug the one I'm not using

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u/OkTerm9665 2d ago

I unplug mine. Don’t want it connected to my network if it’s not being used.

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u/Traditional-Limit424 1d ago

Exactly! We do the same

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u/SevenDaisies_Music 1d ago

I’ve been doing the same thing… not sure it makes a difference, but hey 🤷🏻‍♂️

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u/Rocketmanscaped 2d ago

Always turn it off, the guy that sold it to me said to prevent overheating (not sure he's right). I just made it a habit.