Microsoft Update Drama: SSDs and HDDs Unaffected, But Users Still Skeptical
Microsoft finds no link between the August 2025 KB5063878 update and SSD or HDD failures, despite reports from users. The company is working with partners to investigate, but advises Windows 11 users with drives over 60% full to avoid large data transfers for now.
Hot Take:
Looks like Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update is leaving some users feeling a little “hard” pressed, but don’t worry folks, it’s not you—it’s definitely not them either! You might want to hold off on that hard drive disco party for now, as the disco ball is still spinning on who’s the real culprit behind the SSD and HDD blues.
Key Points:
– Microsoft denies any link between the August 2025 update and reported SSD/HDD failures.
– Affected users mostly reported issues during heavy write operations on nearly full drives.
– Multiple drive models, including Corsair and SanDisk, were reportedly impacted.
– Phison, a NAND controller maker, is collaborating with Microsoft to investigate.
– Users advised to avoid heavy file operations on drives over 60% full until resolved.