New Intel 34nm X25-M SSD Firmware Brings Impressive Performance Gains

[masterasia]

Intel pulled the update because it causes Windows 7 to reboot randomly, but is it safe if you're not using Windows 7?

 

[Guest]

Whoa… not so fast Intel… http://www.fudzilla.com/content/view/16159/1/

Intel X25-M 34nm firmware update triumphs, then fails hard

"In the most unfortunate of circumstances, many critical problems ensued right after Intel released the update and enthusiasts began the flashing process. The company quickly pulled its TRIM enabling firmware update and software package when reports abruptly came in of bricking drives under Windows 7. For those unhappy campers left in the cold after a promised 40-percent sequential write speed boost, Intel gave its short official statement to Engadget on the matter:"

“Yes, we have been contacted by users with issues with the firmware upgrade for our 34nm SSDs and we are investigating. We take all sightings and issues seriously and are working toward resolution. We have temporarily taken down the firmware link while we investigate.”

 

[jowunger]

Intel not let early adopter upgrade their firmware? Thats typical corporation crap. Don't start caring for the individuals which jump on the 'test-bandwagon'. Very sad indeed.

 

[lorax1284]

I know that Toms Hardware has commented on the fact that Intel is not providing a firmware update for the X25-m first generation drives... but I think TH is in a position to rake Intel over the coals for this terrible decision! Toms Hardware caters to computer enthusiasts, exactly the type of customers who buy first generation hardware like the X25-m G1... so for Intel to NOT issue a TRIM firmware update for X25-m G1 drives should ahve Toms Hardware users up in arms, and certainly questioning whether Intel's support for the G2 drives will stand the test of time!

If you think Intel is wrong to abandon the G1 drives by not providing a TRIM firmware update, please consider signing this petition!

http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/intel-x25-m-g1-trim