I recently built a PC and got a Samsung 990 PRO 4TB SSD, which I really love! However, I've paused all Windows updates because I'm scared of losing data after hearing all those horror stories. Microsoft claims everything's fine, but people are still reporting SSD failures. I'm confused because Windows 11 keeps trying to download updates even when I pause them. Am I doing the right thing by keeping updates paused? What precautions should I take to protect my SSD?
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It's good that you're prioritizing backups since making changes can risk data. But from what I've seen, the SSD failures post-update are mostly related to one brand's beta firmware, which seems rare. I haven't witnessed any failures after my updates.
Honestly, there's no solid proof that the Windows update is causing SSD failures. Most reports suggest it's linked to SSDs with pre-release firmware that should not have been sold. If your SSD isn’t on the list and has the proper firmware, you should be fine!
I bought my SSD last month too. How do I check if my firmware is up to date? That might help ease my mind!
Make sure to keep your data backed up regularly. Changes in BIOS or disk setup can lead to data loss, so always test those backups before proceeding with any updates.
You might want to check if there's a firmware update for your SSD. Keeping it updated can help avoid issues before applying any Windows updates.