New Firmware for Crucial M500 SSD

glennh70 on 01/04/2014 - 07:39

I just thought that i would let anyone who bought a M500 SSD know that there is a new firmware for it(MU05)

http://www.crucial.com/support/ssd/index.aspx?source=web

Release Date: 03/25/2014

Firmware for the M500 (all form factors) is being updated from version MU03 to MU05. The M500 is updateable to this new firmware starting from previous versions using tools provided by Micron.

This update will be mandatory cut-in for new product built in Micron factories, and is an OPTIONAL update for any drive in the field. For end users, it is recommended if the user is experiencing or wishes to prevent an issue related to the following items.

Version MU05 includes the following changes:

  • Improved Drive latency performance in applications with SMART polling
  • Improved Compatibility with 3rd party encryption management software
  • Corrected Reporting of SMART attribute 196 and 183
  • Increased thermal throttling response on 960GB Capacity for greater reliability
  • Corrected Upgrade issues experienced on MU03 by some customers
  • Numerous Bug fixes and stability improvements

Additional details can be found in the firmware guide

Computing Computer Component Crucial SSD

Comments

  • snappy1234 on 01/04/2014 - 12:05

    Thanks :)

  • cystatin on 01/04/2014 - 12:29

    Awesome! I wonder if the improved 3rd party encryption compatibility include TrueCrypt.

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