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09/24/2026 9:05 PM

xFI Pod makes a sizzling sound

I have an xfi pod that i've had for a couple months.  last week I noticed it to start making a sizzling sound that doesn't stop.  I have unplugged it, moved it to a different outlit, reset it.  No changes have occured. 

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30 days ago

Some second-generation pods have an internal cooling fan to regulate their temperature. If you have this model and notice a loud noise, it could indicate a problem with the fan.

Taking it to your local Xfinity store to be swapped out for another would be the fastest option, or ship it back for free via UPS and have them ship you another one. You can also choose to pay for a UPS pick up at https://www.ups.com/us/en/business-solutions/pickup-dropoff-options/ups-on-call-pickup.page or by calling 1-800-PICK-UPS.

https://www.xfinity.com/support/articles/returning-your-equipment  

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Visitor

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Thanks.  I have  that exact problem. Will try to swap it out as you suggested.  

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@EG​ as I didn’t hear back I tried a store. Not a solution. They had a number of reasons why they couldn’t assist.  Started with out of warranty, went to I bought online, to I didn’t have a paper receipt, to there was no sku on the receipt, to you bought a two pack and are only having an issue with one, to we can’t exchange can only return and you only have one with a problem.  

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29 days ago

Thanks for taking the time to reach out here on the community forums, user_tfkfio! I'm sorry to hear that your Xfinity WiFi Extender has stopped working properly, and the fact that it's making a sizzling sound is definitely concerning. The good news is our extenders come with a 1-year hardware warranty, and you should be able to exchange it by filling out the Xfinity WiFi Extender Return Form! Please note that the replacement can take up to two weeks to arrive after the return is received.
Please let us know if you're able to get that submitted!

 

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Mine is unfortunately more than 1 year old so they won't do anything except sell me a new one. Also thought I was renting the equipment but they told me "You own it" . Maybe switch to Verizon.  Any suggestions?

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user_9wl44x If you don't want to purchase a replacement Xfinity WiFi Extender, you may want to look into our Xfinity Pro option which offers a Pro WiFi Extender + Battery Backup. 

 

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@XfinitySean​  I filled out this form but have heard nothing back. Any suggestions on getting support?

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user_tfkfio, how long ago did you submit the form? It can take up to 48 hours to receive the email with next steps. 

 

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8 days. Right after I received the note 

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