Save open work and back up important files. Note any recent driver or hardware changes. If Windows cannot start, use the startup guide first.
Work through these checks
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Reset BIOS multiplier and voltages to stock.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
02Monitor thermal temps and replace thermal paste
Monitor thermal temps and replace thermal paste.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
03Test with a different high-quality power supply
Test with a different high-quality power supply.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
04Inspect motherboard for bulged VRM capacitors
Inspect motherboard for bulged VRM capacitors.
Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.
Possible causes
- CPU core degradation or overheating
- Unstable CPU core voltage offsets
- Motherboard VRM power delivery failure
- Insufficient power supply unit (PSU) wattage
Useful Windows tools
These commands open Windows tools. Review any action inside the tool before applying changes.
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