Power supply · critical

How to fixOCP-TRIGGERED

Activation of overcurrent protection (OCP)

What this error means

OCP-TRIGGERED is a critical-severity power supply unit (PSU) problem. The source detected a dangerously high current draw on some of the lines (typically 12V) and immediately shut down the computer just to be safe. Use the steps below to track down and fix the cause.

Before you begin

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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01Upgrade to a higher quality power supply (ATX 3.0 compatible)

Upgrade to a higher quality power supply (ATX 3.0 compatible).

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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02Test cables for damage

Test cables for damage.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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03Try undervolting the graphics card

Try undervolting the graphics card.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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Possible causes

  • High peak consumption (transient spikes) of powerful graphics cards (e.g. RTX 3080/4090)
  • Short circuit in some power cable or component
  • Defective or weak source