Technical Issues Computer Problems
Technical Issues Computer Problems
You tried a modest overclock with Ryzen Master and expected minimal changes. The system handled the stress test but shut down due to overheating. Now the case powers up briefly, but no voltage appears once you press the power button—just a clicking sound without any output. It seems the motherboard is receiving power, yet nothing is functioning properly. You’re concerned about potential damage to VRAM or power delivery, though you’re unsure if this was the cause.
If it were the RAM, it would send a response. If there are power indicators, it's likely the CPU is involved.
Disconnect the power supply from the wall, open your PC, find the small CMOS battery (round cell style) and gently take it out. Then press the power button on your case multiple times and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before reinserting it. This helps release any residual charge and restarts the system clock settings. What value did you choose for OC on that processor? Do you have a 360 or 420 mm AIO setup? A Ryzen 9 5950X with a light boost might draw nearly double the current. Two key factors matter here: thermal management and the motherboard’s VRM design. Have you verified if your board can handle that workload? For OC on processors with 12+ cores, consider using an X470, X570 or a solid B-series board (look into detailed reviews about power delivery). I hope you can get the system back online; otherwise, it might be the motherboard that’s the issue rather than the CPU. The CPU is robust and unlikely to fail unless the board causes damage. The shutdown behavior is encouraging—it shows the protection system is functioning properly.