Power supply · critical

How to fixOCP-TRIPPED

Overcurrent protection (OCP) activated

What this error means

OCP-TRIPPED is a critical-severity power supply unit (PSU) problem. The resource has shut down because one of the components (often the GPU) is drawing more current than the cable/branch can handle. It's also often linked to short circuit in wiring. Work through the steps below in order.

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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01Use two separate PCIe cables for graphics (do not use pigtails)

Use two separate PCIe cables for graphics (do not use pigtails).

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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02Replace the power supply with a higher-power model

Replace the power supply with a higher-power model.

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

  • Huge current spikes (Transient spikes) in powerful GPUs
  • Short circuit in wiring
  • Too many devices on one branch