Seeing a black screen when you power on your Xbox One is frustrating. But don’t worry – in most cases the no video output issue can be resolved with basic troubleshooting. This guide will walk through several fixes to get your Xbox One displaying properly again. Here’s how to fix Xbox One no video:

Inspect HDMI Cable and Connections

A loose HDMI cable or faulty port connection is the most common cause of Xbox One no video. Follow these steps:

• Ensure the HDMI cable is fully inserted into the Xbox One and TV.
• Check both ends of the HDMI cable for bent or broken pins.
• Try connecting a different HDMI cable between the Xbox and TV.
• Inspect the Xbox One HDMI port for dust, damage or foreign objects.
• Verify the HDMI input on the TV is set to the correct port.

Loose cables or poor connections block the video signal and cause black screens. Properly reseating cables often resolves the issue.

Power Cycle the Xbox One

A simple power cycle reboots the Xbox One hardware and clears out temporary software glitches. Follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the Xbox button on the console until it fully shuts down.
2. Unplug the power cord from the wall and wait 30 seconds.
3. Reconnect the power cord and turn the Xbox One back on.

Power cycling resets all components and fixes intermittent startup or video problems. Be sure to fully power down the console, not just put it in Sleep mode.

Factory Reset the Xbox One

Resetting your Xbox One erases any corrupted data that could be preventing a video signal. Here’s how:

1. From the dashboard, go to Settings > System > Console info > Reset console.
2. On the Reset screen, select Reset and keep my games & apps.
3. Confirm resetting the console when prompted.

This resets the OS while preserving your installed games and apps so they don’t need to be redownloaded.

Enter Offline Troubleshooting Mode

Use the offline troubleshooting mode built into the Xbox One to diagnose and fix video issues:

• Fully power off the Xbox One.
• Press and hold the Bind button and Eject button, then press Power.
• Listen for two startup chimes a few seconds apart, then release the buttons.
• The console will boot into offline troubleshooting mode. Select Reset to factory defaults.

This resets the Xbox One system software while offline to resolve errors.

Check Xbox Status Page

The Xbox network status site displays known service outages. Visit https://support.xbox.com/xbox-live-status to see if any ongoing Xbox Live issues are affecting video output.

While rare, large scale outages can sometimes disrupt video. Wait for services to come back online if your timezone shows issues.

Replace HDMI Port or Retimer Chip

With consistent black screens after trying other fixes, the problem may be hardware failure. The built-in HDMI port or associated components could be damaged.

In this case, the Xbox One requires professional motherboard-level repair to replace the HDMI port or retimer chip. Seek assistance from experienced electronics repair shops.

What Causes an Xbox One Black Screen?

There are a few explanations for why an Xbox One shows no video:

Faulty HDMI Cable

A damaged HDMI cable with bent pins or internal wire breaks cannot transmit video signal to the TV resulting in black screens.

Loose HDMI Connections

If either end of the HDMI cable is not fully inserted into the Xbox One or TV, no video connection will occur.

Damaged HDMI Port

The HDMI port on the Xbox One can wear out over time, with broken pins preventing a video connection even with good cables.

Retimer Failure

The retimer chip conditions and boosts the HDMI signal. If it fails, no video output will work.

Corrupted Software

Bugs, crashes, or installation errors with the Xbox One operating system can disable video. Resetting fixes software issues.

With some basic troubleshooting steps, an Xbox One no video problem can usually be resolved. But for any complex issue, enlist the skills of professional electronics and Xbox repair experts.