What is WHEA_BOOT_LOOP?
A critical CPU power delivery or microcode stability failure that prevents the operating system from completing its boot sequence, triggering a repetitive Blue Screen (BSOD) before reaching the desktop.
Common Causes
- Faulty CPU core
- Incompatible BIOS version
- Degraded VRM power delivery
- Unstable CPU core voltage offset
Step-by-Step Fix Guide
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1
Disable CPU C-States in BIOS
Disabling C-States prevents the CPU from dropping into low-voltage sleep modes, stabilizing voltage fluctuations during boot.
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2
Flash the latest BIOS firmware
Updating the BIOS provides the latest manufacturer microcode updates for CPU stability.
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3
Increase Vcore voltage offset slightly
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4
Disable Intel SpeedShift / AMD Cool'n'Quiet
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