A rare issue can occur for users of AMD Radeon graphics cards during the installation of graphics drivers. In some cases, this bug leads to a blue screen of death and, on certain systems, can even trigger a full factory reset. This problem has been reported by technology news outlets and user communities as part of ongoing discussions about AMD drivers.
What makes the bug unusual is that it appears only when several conditions line up. Specifically, it tends to surface when the AMD Adrenalin driver is installed with the
“Factory reset” option enabled and system updates are happening concurrently. Under those circumstances, the system may display a blue screen, and a Windows reinstall could become necessary to restore normal operation.
To minimize the risk of severe instability, users are advised to ensure that there are no other active software installations or background update processes running at the moment of driver setup. Proceeding with the Adrenalin installation in a clean system state reduces the likelihood of triggering the fault.
Acknowledging the issue, AMD has confirmed that it is investigating the root cause and working toward a fix. It is described as a very low-probability event, but one that should be understood by anyone performing a driver update on affected hardware.
In practice, affected users should plan for a potential recovery path, including backup strategies and a cautious approach to updating drivers. While the odds are small, taking preventive steps can help keep a PC running smoothly during the update process.