Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G / POCO X8 Power (brussels) Flash File Download (Global Stock ROM)

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G / POCO X8 Power users commonly run into a black screen, with the phone not turning on at all, especially after a failed TWRP or custom recovery flash. The stock ROM below is a direct fix for this. This build is made specifically for the Qualcomm SM6850 Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset, so confirm your exact model number (e.g. 2609FRA74G (Global), 2609FRA74I (India), 2609FRA74T (Saudi Arabia)) before downloading.

Whether your Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G / POCO X8 Power (codename: brussels) is soft-bricked, hanging on the boot logo, or you just want to move back to stock MIUI/HyperOS after trying a custom ROM, this guide has what you need — every fastboot and recovery firmware build for this device, reliable download servers, and a full flashing walkthrough.

One thing worth knowing upfront — fastboot ROM flashing wipes the phone completely, so only go that route if you're fine starting fresh. For a lighter repair that doesn't touch your files, the recovery ROM is normally the better choice.

Device Overview

Brand	Xiaomi
Device	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G / POCO X8 Power
Model Number	2609FRA74G (Global), 2609FRA74I (India), 2609FRA74T (Saudi Arabia)
Codename	brussels
Chipset	Qualcomm SM6850 Snapdragon 6 Gen 5
OS Version	HyperOS 3 / Android 16
Storage Variants	128GB / 256GB / 512GB
RAM Variants	8GB / 12GB
Approx. Total Size	10.4 GB
Recommended Tool	Mi Flash Tool

Fastboot vs Recovery ROM — Which One Do You Need?

This trips up a lot of people, so here's the difference. A fastboot ROM is flashed from a PC using Mi Flash Tool and completely resets the device — the right pick when you're dealing with a bootloop, dead boot, or a phone that won't start. A recovery ROM is flashed straight from the phone's Mi Recovery menu and is built for updating, downgrading, or fixing software issues while keeping your data intact (though a backup never hurts).

🔹 Fastboot ROM

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Device Name	Codename	Type	MIUI Version	Android OS	Size	Date
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G / POCO X8 Power	brussels	Fastboot ROM	OS3.0.303.0.WDRMIXM	16	10.4 GB	2026-08-19

Xiaomi Server 1 Xiaomi Server 2 Xiaomi Server 3 Xiaomi Server 4

🔹 Recovery ROM

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Device Name	Codename	Type	MIUI Version	Android OS	Size	Date
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G / POCO X8 Power	brussels	Recovery ROM	OS3.0.303.0.WDRMIXM	16	6.5 GB	2026-08-27

Xiaomi Server 1 Xiaomi Server 2 Xiaomi Server 3 Xiaomi Server 4

Downloading in multiple parts? Keep every part inside the same folder before extracting — the archive won't open correctly if a part is missing.

Tools You'll Need

Get the flashing tool and the right USB driver set up on your PC before you start — in most cases, a failed flash has more to do with a missing driver than with the firmware file.

Mi Flash Tool (All Versions) USB Driver (All Brands)

How to Flash Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G / POCO X8 Power Using Mi Flash Tool

1. Download the fastboot ROM and extract it fully — don't skip extraction, Mi Flash Tool won't read a zipped folder.
2. Install Mi Flash Tool from the link above and open it.
3. Power off the phone, then hold Volume Down + Power together to boot into Fastboot mode.
4. Connect the phone to your PC using a good-quality USB cable — cheap cables are a common cause of connection drops mid-flash.
5. In Mi Flash Tool, click "Select" and point it to the extracted firmware folder.
6. Once the COM port is detected, hit "Flash" and let it run — don't disconnect the phone during this step.
7. The phone will reboot on its own once flashing finishes. First boot can take a few minutes longer than usual, so give it time.

Common Flashing Errors and How to Fix Them

"Auth file needed" — this usually shows up when the connected Mi account isn't authorized for flashing. You'll need an authorized account, or a test-point based flash for unlocked devices.

"COM port not detected" — almost always a driver issue. Install the Qualcomm/MediaTek USB driver from the link above, then put the phone back into EDL or Fastboot mode and try again.

"Flashing failed" partway through — try a different USB cable or port first; if that doesn't help, re-extract the firmware in case a file got corrupted during download.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this firmware official?
Yes, these are unmodified stock builds pulled directly from Xiaomi's own update servers.

Will flashing delete my data?
Fastboot flashing wipes the device, so back up anything important first. Recovery flashing is less destructive but a backup is still a good idea.

My model number doesn't match exactly — can I still use this?
Always double-check the codename against brussels from the table. Flashing the wrong region or variant's firmware can leave the phone unusable.