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ASRock has published a revised VBIOS update and the ASRVBFlash 1.0.6 utility for its Radeon RX 7900 XT and RX 7900 XTX graphics cards. The quiet release follows widespread user complaints that the manufacturer's previous version 1.0.5 firmware caused systems to fail to boot, effectively bricking several cards. [1][2]
The original updates originated from a broader AMD patch designed to resolve undisclosed security vulnerabilities across the Radeon RX 7000 lineup. ASRock had initially provided version 1.0.5 across 10 card models covering Radeon RX 7600 XT through RX 7900 XTX lines. While some users managed to revive non-booting hardware using external EEPROM programmers, ASRock quietly pulled the problematic software from its site. [2]
The new 1.0.6 release arrived without an official changelog or statement explaining the previous failures, leaving owners cautious about installing it. Warranty assistance also remains inconsistent: ASRock confirmed warranty coverage for an affected customer in Japan, but a user in Europe was directed to seek warranty service even with an out-of-warranty card. [2]
ASRock’s Radeon VBIOS update situation has a new reported development: third-party coverage says ASRock has released ASRVBFlash 1.0.6 for affected RX 7900 XT and RX 7900 XTX cards.
via Guru3D
Asrock's VBIOS 1.0.6 update follows reports of Radeon RX 7900 XT and XTX graphics cards failing to boot after installing the previous firmware.
via Tom’s Hardware