The SSD drives frequently fail when using Windows Server 2012 r2 standard

Question

Hi Microsoft, I would like to inquire about an issue I am experiencing. Currently, I am using SSD drives to install the Windows Server 2012 operating system (I set up a RAID 1 configuration with two 120GB SSD drives). However, during the usage, these SSD drives often fail within 5 to 6 months and need replacement. I'm not sure if it's due to Windows or another issue. Could you please inform me if there are any patches available for Windows Server 2012 to address this issue? Please guide me through the process. Thank you very much for your assistance. Best regards.

Answer 1

Hello SSD failures can be due to a variety of reasons, including firmware issues, poor quality drives, excessive writing to the drive, and more.   As for your question about patches, Microsoft regularly releases updates to address issues and improve the overall reliability of the operating system. You can check the Windows Server 2012 update history for the most recent updates. Installing the most recent update means you get all of the previous updates as well, including important security fixes.   [Windows Server 2012 update history - Microsoft Support](https://apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.microsoft.com%2Fen-us%2Ftopic%2Fwindows-server-2012-update-history-abfb9afd-2ebf-1c19-4224-ad86f8741edd&data=05%7C02%7Cwesleyl%40wicresoft.com%7Cd14c367248014ce1ebc408dc32ae9992%7Cb2ae8dd9097749768706861b488b1512%7C0%7C0%7C638440972689981642%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PgGuS36TkF8Qmzt7BEYOGTcf7FgAVp0o8Xg9cfzoqlI%3D&reserved=0"原始 URL: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/windows-server-2012-update-history-abfb9afd-2ebf-1c19-4224-ad86f8741edd。如果你信任此链接, 请单击或点击。")   However, I couldn’t find a specific patch related to SSD failures for Windows Server 2012. If you suspect that the issue might be related to the operating system, you could try the following:   Check for updates: Make sure your system is up-to-date with the latest patches and updates. Check the SSD firmware: SSDs have their own firmware which can sometimes cause issues. Check the manufacturer’s website for any updates. Check the SSD health: Use tools to check the health of your SSD. Some SSD manufacturers provide their own diagnostic tools. Check the system logs: Windows Server 2012 has extensive logging. Check the system logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what’s causing the SSD to fail.   If the SSDs continue to fail, it might be worth reaching out to the SSD manufacturer or Microsoft Support for further assistance. Remember to always back up your data regularly to prevent data loss.