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How to fix Thermal throttling of the VRM on the motherboard

Error code: VRM-OVERTEMP-THROT

What this error means

Processors with a high TDP (i9, Ryzen 9) reduce performance due to overheating of the power supply circuits (VRM) of the board. The usual suspects are an entry-level motherboard with insufficient VRMs for a powerful CPU and bad air flow through VRM cooling.

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Before you begin

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 3 complete
01Set CPU TDP limits to recommended values ​​(not PL2 without limit)
  1. Set CPU TDP limits to recommended values ​​(not PL2 without limit)
What to expect

Check whether the original symptom still occurs.

If it does not help

Continue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.

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02Direct the airflow to the VRM section
  1. Direct the airflow to the VRM section
What to expect

Check whether the original symptom still occurs.

If it does not help

Continue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.

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03Upgrade your motherboard to a model with more powerful VRMs (power phase 16+)
  1. Upgrade your motherboard to a model with more powerful VRMs (power phase 16+)
What to expect

Check whether the original symptom still occurs.

If it does not help

Continue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.

Browse related errors

Possible causes

  • An entry-level motherboard with insufficient VRMs for a powerful CPU
  • Bad air flow through VRM cooling
  • CPU overclock without VRM power boost