Hey folks! I just built a new PC with the ASUS ROG STRIX X870-F Gaming WiFi motherboard and an AMD Ryzen 9000 series CPU. Everything works perfectly fine except for the Wi-Fi; it's showing the MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 (MT7925) adapter in Device Manager with a Code 10 error, indicating it can't start. I've spent over 12 hours trying to troubleshoot this issue, convinced it's a software or firmware problem rather than a hardware failure since Bluetooth works using the same module. Here's a list of everything I've attempted so far: updated the BIOS, toggled the Wi-Fi controller in BIOS settings, forced a power reset, tried multiple driver installations, and even checked Windows for updates. Unfortunately, the Wi-Fi toggle is missing from the taskbar, and the device remains stuck on Code 10. Has anyone experienced this with the MT7925 or X870 and found a solution? Any recommended drivers or BIOS settings I might be missing? Thanks a bunch!
3 Answers
If you can't resolve the issue, consider just getting a separate PCIe Wi-Fi card. It's usually affordable and less hassle than returning your motherboard. I had a similar problem with the Ethernet on my rig, and I went that route. It worked like a charm!
From what I've seen, many users have had a rough time with MediaTek Wi-Fi products. The Wi-Fi performance can be shaky and driver support isn't great either. If you're up for it, I highly recommend switching to a PCIe AX210 card instead. It's a much more reliable option and should save you headaches in the long run. Here's a link to check the specs of motherboards that used to have Intel cards: https://rog.asus.com/us/motherboards/rog-strix/rog-strix-x570-e-gaming-model/spec/.
Gotcha! Any specific alternatives you could suggest? Finding the AX210 locally has been tough.
The Code 10 error often means there's a connection problem or driver issue. Since you've gone through a lot already, I'd suggest removing the Wi-Fi card, cleaning the contacts, and putting it back in. Also, sometimes doing a total power reset can help. Just shut down, unplug the power cord for a few minutes, plug it back in, and see if that helps! If it still doesn’t work, looking into an Intel AX210 could be your best bet for stress-free Wi-Fi.
Could you recommend a good Wi-Fi card that won't break the bank?