Save open work and back up important files. Use instructions for your exact device and software version. If Windows cannot start, see the startup guide.
Work through these checks
0 of 4 complete01Reset BIOS multiplier and voltages to stock
- Reset BIOS multiplier and voltages to stock
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
02Monitor thermal temps and replace thermal paste
- Monitor thermal temps and replace thermal paste
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
03Test with a different high-quality power supply
- Test with a different high-quality power supply
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
04Inspect motherboard for bulged VRM capacitors
- Inspect motherboard for bulged VRM capacitors
Check whether the original symptom still occurs.
If it does not helpContinue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.
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 changes before applying them.
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