Recent Windows 11 updates, specifically the 24H2 security and preview updates, have resulted in a series of SSD failures due to data corruption issues. Reports indicate that these updates have negatively impacted certain SSD and HDD models, with a range of Phison-based devices, including DRAM-less models, being particularly susceptible.
Impact on SSD Performance
The initial concerns arose from a Japanese PC builder who identified drives with Phison NAND controllers disappearing from the operating system during intensive write operations. This occurred after the installation of the security and preview updates, leading to failures and unexpected drive behavior for SSDs with over 60% disk usage. Notable issues have been observed after around 50 GB of continuous writing.
Significantly affected devices include the SanDisk Extreme Pro, Corsair Force MP600, Maxio SSD, KIOXIA Exceria Plus G4, as well as drives utilizing Phison PS5012-E12 and InnoGrit controllers. Phison has acknowledged the problem and is collaborating with Microsoft to mitigate the disruptions caused by these updates.
Preventive Measures
In the interim, until a comprehensive solution is rolled out, users are strongly advised to avoid substantial write operations, including writing very large files or multiple large files simultaneously. It is recommended to extract large file archives in smaller, more manageable steps.
Microsoft has acknowledged the gravity of the situation and is reportedly working on a fix, following numerous user reports and feedback on the KB5063878 update, which has been linked to the onset of these SSD complications. Until these issues are resolved, users experiencing persistent problems should monitor updates closely and follow the recommended precautionary measures to prevent data loss or further corruption.
