05-24-2023 12:46 AM
Help please.
I have just purchased the ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (2023) and after a week or so started to freeze on Windows startup and a couple of times on shout down. All drivers were updated and also ran hardware checks as well as a memory diagnostic check. No problem here. The notebook works fine when it gets through the initial startup and can work on it for hours with no problems.
Has anybody an idea on what it could be?
Many thanks!!!
Solved! Go to Solution.
06-23-2023 05:23 AM
Please let us know if it helps…sadly I’m without my laptop for up to a month due to it being sent off for “repair” but it would be good to know if they release a fix. 🙏
06-23-2023 11:35 AM - edited 06-23-2023 11:35 AM
because this thread marked (sic!) solved, created new: https://rog-forum.asus.com/t5/gaming-notebooks/rog-zephyrus-duo-16-2023-freezes-on-startup/m-p/93869...
welcome
06-25-2023 04:28 PM
06-26-2023 07:19 AM
Well... I haven't had any problems with system freezes for a long time after removing AMD Software from my laptop and not updating AMD drivers (the current version is 31.0.14001.46001). All other drivers are on the latest versions - all updates from Windows Update, Armoury Crate and MyASUS are installed. The only current problem is the constant regular (almost every minute, or even more often) flickering of the main screen. This problem is independent of the connection of additional monitors. Previously, this problem was solved by installing the latest version of the AMD driver, but I'm afraid to install them now in order to avoid the resumption of the freeze problem.
Anbby_ROG The problem has not been solved yet, but you have closed the topic.
Here is new topic - https://rog-forum.asus.com/t5/gaming-notebooks/asus-zephyrus-duo-16-2023-scandal-freezing-flicking-f...
06-29-2023 02:08 AM
Regarding the screen flickering issue, we are actively working with AMD to analyze this problem. We kindly request your assistance in confirming the following settings:
(1) Ensure that Armoury Crate is updated to the latest version (V 3.2.7.2).
(2) In Armoury Crate, disable the Aura Wallpaper.
(3) In Armoury Crate, select the default mode in the GameVisual settings page.
After applying the above steps, please observe if the screen flickering issue improves.
If the problem persists, we recommend sending your laptop to our repair center, where our engineers can assist in diagnosing your laptop. Once you have submitted your laptop for repair, please send me a private message with your serial number and repair number. I will assist in tracking your case.
We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
06-27-2023 08:49 AM
My laptop came back from repair today. It didn’t freeze on startup but now the screen seems to have started flickering. It clearly states on the box and in the report that it has passed QC!!?? What the ****** is going on with these people??!! 🤬🤬🤬
06-27-2023 01:20 PM
I am sorry to hear that. I am the one that originated this post and I have given up with trying to find a solution to a problem that Asus IT team should find and code a new driver or something. At the end I handed my back to Asus and asked for a refund. Here end my journey with this laptop! Shame because it was a nice looking one and a monster of a laptop.
06-27-2023 01:30 PM
I agree…it would be great if it would work as it should. You are lucky to get a refund. I strongly believe this should be an option for us all as we are all having the same issues and it is clearly due to bad or conflicting software. Good luck on what you decide to purchase next. It’s a bit of a minefield finding the right device this year. 🙏
06-27-2023 03:26 PM
Sorry to hear that too.
How did they solve freezing problem? Did they removed AMD adrenaline and sent it you like that ?
06-28-2023 01:21 AM
AMD Adrenaline is still on there…with regards to what they did, I have no idea. There was no detailed report as to what they did. Only a report to show that it had passed all tests. Windows was definitely reinstalled because when I reinserted my additional ssd, it was locked and I had to input the Windows Bitlocker Key from before my laptop went in for repair because Windows on the laptop now has a different Bitlocker Key. 🤷♂️