Old Roku device is frequently overheating

Roku has offered nine different versions of the Stick. We need to know exactly which model you have. This information can be found under Settings/System/About. 

If the model number is 3500 or lower, your Stick is no longer supported by Roku. Even the 3600 is now a seven year old device. If you have a 3500 or older, you probably just need to replace it.

All models of Sticks do tend to run quite warm. One thing Roku offers is a free HDMI extension cable to move the Stick further away from the TV. Overheating is generally caused by the Stick being so close to the TV, especially if the TV itself is also warm in the same area. With the extension cable, you can put a bit of space between the Stick and the TV, which aids cooling. I personally bought a longer extension cable to allow more freedom on locating the Stick where I want it placed. The extension cable Roku provides is very short, only about 6" or so. I like getting it further away from the TV than that.

My Roku stick keeps becoming too hot. When not in use, I keep it UNPLUGGED from the power. It alerts me within a few minutes that it is overheating when I plug it in and turn on the television. I'm certain that the stick must have a problem that makes it constantly overheat. This Roku is trashed. Therefore I'm seeking to buy a new one. Why does Roku constantly recommend ways to prevent overheating when they know some sticks have flaws and will overheat regardless of what is done? This stick in MHO needs to be replaced immediately. The likelihood that a fresh stick would experience the same problem makes me reluctant to buy one.