Samsung 990 PRO Unboxing Installation & Firmware Update

Samsung 990 PRO Unboxing Installation Firmware Update
Today we will unbox, install and firmware update the Samsung 990pro nvme Gen4 SSD.
Earlier firmware versions for the 990 and 980 pro had some degradation issues so it's very important you update your m.2 nvme ssd after installation.
The process is simple and quick and should not pose a challenge.
You should use Samsung's Magician software that you can find here tinyurl.com/4s...
As for the physicals installation process. Keep in mind that not all motherboards have the same tool less mounting system that you see here. The standard method is by attaching a screw at the end of the drive. This screw is supposed to be in your motherboard's box.
The 1TB 990pro that you see here does not require active or passive cooling on a open air test bench which is why I did not apply a thermal pad and heatsink. This does not apply to all drivers however, the faster the speeds and greater the sizes the greater the heat generated and the need for cooling. Be it passive or even active in the case of some high capacity high speed Gen 5 nvme drives.
This tutorial applies to all sizes of the 990 Pro but bear in mind that the higher capacity such as 2TB or 4TB are double sides so ideally you should have a thermal pad contact on BOTH sides. The 990 Pro does not get very hot so this is not 100% requires but ideal for the lifespan and optimal operation of the drive. Better cooling means less chances of thermal throttling and a prolonged lifespan for the drive. Theoretically at least.
The product was purchased with my own money and the motherboard used was the Asus Z790 Maximus Apex.
#Samsung #990pro #ssd

[@Tech-Zar]

The tutorial shows how to install & update Samsung SSDs. The process applies to any modern Samsung drive. 970, 980, 990 etc. You follow the showcased steps regardless of Samsung drive model. Make sure to install the newest versions of Samsung Magician and keep it updated for the best results and latest firmware updates.

[@paleontology_geek9817]

Yooooooo!, I just bought one too recently!

[@paleontology_geek9817]

The one I bought was a 2TB Samsung 990 PRO.

[@princephillip1481]

Yeah, i just bought the 2TB Samsung 990 Pro with heatsink for my PS5. 👍🏽

[@CosmicNava1031LIght]

@@princephillip1481 How are you going update the firware if you're using it for the PS5?

[@princephillip1481]

@CosmicNava1031LIght didn't need to because it said "Compatibility for the PS5" and it's been great so far. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@CosmicNava1031LIght]

@@princephillip1481 Does compatibility negates the degradation of the ssd health because of it shitty firmware that is already on the ssd? That was causing it to degrade. I'm pretty sure you would want to update to the new firmware before throwing it into your PS5.

[@princephillip1481]

@CosmicNava1031LIght Hmm, that makes sense..thanks for that info. 👍🏽

[@paleontology_geek9817]

I guess I’ll have to download their software when I get the time to install it so I don’t have any issues.

[@Tech-Zar]

You should always update your firmware. It's good practice. On another hand look at the box you will see when it was manufactured so you have an understanding of what default firmware you have on your drive. That said, I stress the point of updating regardless.

[@juanmanuelpa100]

​@@Tech-Zarel mio dice que se fabrico en el 2023 aun asi tengo que actualizar? Saludos

[@Tech-Zar]

@@juanmanuelpa100 Sí, siempre debe actualizar el firmware, pero si la fecha de fabricación es DESPUÉS de mayo de 2023, puede omitir la actualización del firmware.

[@RedboltTech]

I need to build a new system soon. I can't upgrade to windows 11 yet

[@huuhoangmanh685]

i can't update latest firmware for my 990 pro after cloning C disk from my original drive... is there something missing or is samsung server is having problem?

[@xips4_raphaelnapiun30]

Is it safe to upgrade our m2 ssd using a laptop then put it back in a ps5 again?

[@Tech-Zar]

Absolutely

[@ltraltier6009]

>Failed to install update on 2TB 990 PRO Samsung magician? More like samsung comedian.

[@MiguelGarcia-nb3kj]

The update you installed is for a 980 500 GB.

[@Tech-Zar]

Correct. The tutorial shows how to update Samsung SSD firmware using Samsung's Magician. The process applies to any modern Samsung drive.

[@paleontology_geek9817]

I heard about the issues, but I thought they would have already had the firmware issues fixed out of the box☹️🤔.

[@jerryx2000]

you can see on the box the production date is 11.2.23. SO it won't be fixed. If the date is after 5.2023 then it will be sorted from factory.

[@MrCanada1]

​@@jerryx2000are u sure,? Mine 2023/5/11 , do you think i dont need update ?

[@Tech-Zar]

You should update regardless. It's 3 clicks. A toddler could do it.

[@jerryx2000]

@@Tech-Zar difficult on a Mac!

[@Wowclipsgaming]

​@@Tech-Zar There are people buying it for the PS5.

[@msmith2413]

YOU NEED AN HEATSINK. KEEP AN EYE ON IT.

[@razyeld6590]

No, you don't. Temperatures are fine even without a heat sink.

[@Tech-Zar]

It's not 100% necessary but still recommended to keep the drive cool.

[@alebaler]

I did this with my 980 pro, just orderd a 990 pro 2tb with heatsink. Do i still need to update a newly bought 990 pro? will be alot of work for me to unplug gpu and other stuff in PC to connect the 990 pro. Im gonna use the 990 in playstation 5

[@KurtmitHelmundGurt]

Yes

[@morcjul]

A friend of mine bought his 990 Pro off Amazon a couple weeks ago. It had the latest firmware already installed but there's no guarantee.

[@leoandeson7936]

Yes if you don't want to fry your ssd.

[@Maverick1948]

After you update the firmware, NVMe driver shows Microsoft. Should it be Samsung instead. If you look in Device Manager, it should say Samsung NVMe Controller, but it's not. What's up with that?

[@ttvenom]

hey can i update firmware connecting this externally on a laptop please or is this not possible to read this way?

[@Tech-Zar]

You may try to get a nvme RACK that connects to the laptop via USB. This SHOULD work in theory but I have never done it so I can't promise anything.

[@Lakerkid562]

my ssd will not update it just says failed, i downloaded the latest driver but I dont know how to install it without the magician app

[@Tech-Zar]

Latest update is known to be problematic as far as the update process is concerned. There are lot of users (myself included) that have this issue.

[@ge9199]

​@@Tech-ZarFor purchases this year, do you still have to update the firmware or has Samsung fixed the fast degraded health issue?

[@richardreynolds9985]

mine keeps failing to update...

[@Tech-Zar]

Latest update is known to be problematic as far as the update process is concerned. There are lot of users (myself included) that have this issue.

[@MrCanada1]

How do you connect the ssd to update the firmware ?

[@Tech-Zar]

You simply follow the steps showcased in the guide. You install Samsung magician and press the buttons showcased. It's rather easy and straightforward.

[@MrCanada1]

I connevt ot to pc through usb?

[@olocippicolo]

​@@MrCanada1 the ssd needs to be manually installed onto the motherboard, it is not a usb port. The installation is shown in the video from 1:20 to 1:35.

[@T-_R-_E-_Y]

I'm trying to update via USB enclosure, but Samsung Magician isn't recognizing it. Did you figure it out? @@MrCanada1