MP4 video, .MOV, .MKV, or .MP3 music to your TV, smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Support for beam is available for Xbox One and select Android phones and tablets. Once .MP4, .MOV, .MKV, or .MP3 video, music, or podcast arrives to your AirServer, it automatically plays to the TV. You can also use AirServer to beam over Miracast to your TV and browse the web with your Microsoft Surface. Simply turn on AirServer using the Xbox One app, connect your Xbox One, TV, smartphone, or tablet via USB to the back of your TV, and start streaming.
**NOTE:** *AirServer is not supported for use with .MP4 video and .MP3 music for the Xbox One S, due to platform limitations. *
Why do you need AirServer?
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AirServer is required to play your Xbox One games, videos, and music.
How does AirServer work?
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AirServer automatically converts your content to an AirPlay® audio and video stream, which is then sent to your TV. If your TV has the following built-in features, it will work with AirServer:
- Miracast for wireless display.
- AirPlay® for wireless audio.
- HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) for audio over HDMI.
To learn more about how AirServer works, please see the documentation.
What do you need for AirServer?
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- Xbox One
- TV
- Ethernet cable
- USB cable
What happens when you start streaming?
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Once you connect your Xbox One to your TV via USB cable or AirPlay, AirServer runs in the background. Then, when content arrives, AirServer automatically streams it to your TV.
Can I use my Xbox One as a receiver without AirServer?
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Yes, but this is not recommended. AirServer is required to be able to play the Xbox One games and media that you've purchased.
Do I need to connect my Xbox One to my TV in order to use AirServer?
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No. AirServer connects to your Xbox One without a TV connected, just like the Xbox app.
How do I connect my Xbox One to my TV?
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