The latest Hashcore Toolkit release delivers one of the most significant updates for ASIC miners and farm operators.
The new toolkit can now flash almost all Bitmain stock firmware versions, including firmware releases from 2026, making device management, diagnostics, and firmware deployment easier than ever.
This update introduces a completely new installation method for Bitmain devices running firmware released after September 2025, expands compatibility with the latest mining hardware, improves import/export functionality, and adds numerous quality-of-life enhancements designed for large-scale mining operations.
Download and open the Hashcore Toolkit 1.7.1 for:
For miners looking to unlock advanced optimization features, auto-tuning, and improved control over their ASIC hardware, you can download the latest Vnish firmware here:
Flash Almost Any Bitmain Firmware — Including 2026 Releases
One of the most important additions in this release is enhanced firmware installation support.
The toolkit now supports a new installation method specifically designed for Bitmain devices running stock firmware released after September 2025.
- Support for flashing almost all stock firmware versions, including 2026 releases
- New installation method for Bitmain firmware after September 2025
- Improved Hashcore/Vnish firmware detection on CVITEK control boards
- Better support for future firmware generations
- Enhanced installation reliability and compatibility
Advanced Device Management Features
Managing large mining farms becomes easier with the introduction of device notes and bulk editing capabilities.
Operators can now add custom notes to individual miners, display notes directly within device lists, and apply notes across multiple devices simultaneously.
The update also enables exporting diagnostic reports from locked Hashcore and Vnish devices, helping technicians collect troubleshooting information faster.
- Device notes support
- Bulk note editing and assignment
- Dedicated device note column
- Diagnostic report export from locked devices
- DNS address support as device address
- Network group import using DNS records
Expanded Device Compatibility
The latest release adds support for several important ASIC mining platforms, ensuring compatibility with newer-generation hardware.
- Antminer S21e XP Hydro support
- Antminer S21e XP Hydro with AML control board support
- WhatsMiner API v2.2.2 support
Improved Filtering and Search Capabilities
Farm operators can now locate devices more efficiently using new filtering options designed for large deployments.
- Filter devices by power limit
- Filter devices using the “Find Miner” function
- Improved sorting and grouping visibility
- Additional sorting fields added to the interface
Import and Export Enhancements
The toolkit now includes application data import and export functionality, allowing users to transfer settings between installations and simplify migration workflows.
- Import application settings and configuration data
- Export application data for backups
- Network group export synchronization improvements
- Hashrate export now separated into values and measurement units
Settings Cloning Improvements
Settings cloning becomes more flexible with expanded support for power management configurations.
- Power limit disable option support
- Improved preset handling
- Automatic measurement unit assignment for Power Delta cloning
User Interface and UX Improvements
A variety of interface improvements help streamline day-to-day miner management tasks.
- Selected sorting and grouping fields are now clearly marked
- Improved hotkey handling
- Updated Windows filter-clearing shortcut
- Enhanced scrollbar positioning in template center
- Improved template center layout behavior
- Updated firmware version tooltip behavior
- Better handling of profile-switching temperature displays
Technical Improvements
Under-the-hood improvements provide better stability and long-term maintainability across supported platforms.
- Updated frameworks and dependencies
- Android build changes for Google Play compliance
- Improved network scanning behavior
- Android storage migrated to SAF access
- macOS storage handling improvements
- Optimized device information retrieval processes
Major Bugs Fixed
The release resolves numerous issues reported by mining operators across different platforms.
Scanning and Discovery Fixes
- Fixed Bitmain firmware device detection issues
- Fixed Luxor firmware device detection issues
- Resolved DNS device discovery problems
Firmware Installation Fixes
- Resolved installation timeout issues
- Fixed firmware task launch problems
- Fixed Rust functionality on iOS
Data Collection Fixes
- Fixed Bitmain Hydro temperature retrieval
- Fixed WhatsMiner API data retrieval
- Resolved negative power value display issues
Interface Fixes
- Fixed device list scaling overflow
- Fixed duplicate device display when grouping
- Fixed update notification badge visibility
Network and Settings Fixes
- Fixed pool URL template cloning
- Resolved network group saving issues
Platform-Specific Fixes
- iOS: fixed unwanted directory visibility on iPhone and iPad
- Android: fixed firmware data saving issues in dialogs
Localization Fixes
- Fixed Ukrainian localization
- Fixed Georgian localization
- Fixed English localization
Known Issue
The development team is currently investigating a reported issue affecting firmware installation on the Antminer S19k Pro.
- Failed to install S19k Pro firmware
Conclusion
This Hashcore Toolkit update significantly expands compatibility with modern ASIC miners while introducing powerful management, deployment, and troubleshooting capabilities. The ability to flash nearly all Bitmain stock firmware versions, including 2026 releases, makes the toolkit an essential solution for professional mining operations and individual ASIC owners alike.
To unlock the full potential of your Antminer and maximize efficiency, performance, and control, download the latest version of Vnish firmware today: