Framework is investigating reports that its BIOS 3.20 update for the Framework Laptop 13 with AMD Ryzen 7040 processors can brick the system, causing the update to stall and the machine to become non-bootable. The company confirmed that a small percentage of users are affected and is working to determine the root cause of the issue.
Background
Framework is a modular laptop manufacturer known for its repairable and upgradeable designs, shipping Ryzen 7040-based laptops since 2023. BIOS issues affecting boot capability can severely impact users who rely on these machines for daily productivity.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Aug 20, 2026 at 04:21 AM
- Score
- 5.0 / 10