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Framework addresses issues with BIOS update for Ryzen 7040 laptops

Framework has responded to user complaints about a BIOS update for the Ryzen 7040-based Framework Laptop 13 that has rendered some devices inoperable. The update, released in June 2026, aimed to add new features and fix existing issues, but has led to mixed experiences among users.

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Framework has acknowledged reports from users regarding a BIOS update for the Framework Laptop 13 with AMD Ryzen 7040-series processors that has caused some systems to become inoperable. The company began shipping these laptops and compatible motherboards in 2023. In June 2026, Framework released BIOS version 3.20, which introduced support for new features such as a haptic touchpad and improved speakers for the Framework Laptop 13 Pro, while also addressing certain bugs, including one related to battery status reporting. Some users have reported successful installations of the update.

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