What is OVP-TRIPPED?
Overvoltage protection (OVP) activated ranks as a critical-severity power supply unit (PSU) issue in our database. The source immediately shut down because the voltage on some of the branches (12V, 5V, 3.3V) increased dangerously. It's most often caused by fluctuations in the distribution network and poor Quality Resource (Tier F). Use the steps below to track down and fix the cause.
Common Causes
- Failure of the control component in the source
- Fluctuations in the distribution network
- Poor Quality Resource (Tier F)
Step-by-Step Fix Guide
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Replace the power supply immediately (do not try to turn it back on)
Replace the power supply immediately (do not try to turn it back on) is the first thing worth trying, since it resolves OVP-TRIPPED for most affected systems.
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Use a quality UPS with surge protection
A second occurrence often means a less common psu instability cause is at play, which later steps address.
Commands & Diagnostics
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Frequently Asked Questions
The leading cause of OVP-TRIPPED is failure of the control component in the source, though fluctuations in the distribution network and poor Quality Resource (Tier F) also show up in our reports.
The fastest fix is "Replace the power supply immediately (do not try to turn it back on)". Only move on to the later steps if OVP-TRIPPED keeps coming back.
OVP-TRIPPED is rated critical severity in our database. It's worth acting on quickly rather than letting it recur.
You shouldn't need to. Work through the guide above first — a reinstall is only worth considering if none of those steps help.
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