Updating CPU after august patch

Spodrik — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 11:03:54 GMT

So with the latest instability patch coming in august to the 13th/14th gen processors that will fix the microcode issue, (https://community.intel.com/t5/Processors/July-2024-Update-on-Instability-Reports-on-Intel-Core-13th-and/m-p/1617113#M74792) im going to turn in my CPU for warranty to get a new one. Should I download the patch before and install it before I even put in the new one or is it fine to put in the new one and then download the patch?

Re: Updating CPU after august patch

xgum — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 16:34:57 GMT

yes, you can install the updates before getting your RMA. updates are stored on your storage devices, not the cpu itself.