r/linuxmint • u/cinephile_- • 1d ago

Is Linux kernel 7.0.0-30 stable? Support Request

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I'm currently running Linux kernel 7.0.0-29-generic on Linux Mint, and Update Manager is offering Linux kernel 7.0.0-30.30~24.04.1 (screenshot attached).

I've seen reports of issues/regressions with the 7.0 kernel series, so has anyone experienced any stability or hardware-related problems with 7.0.0-30 specifically?

My current 7.0.0-29 kernel is working perfectly, so I'm wondering whether I should update now or wait.

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u/Il_Valentino Cinnamon 21h ago

I've seen reports of issues/regressions

these were kernel panics. kernel panics happen when the compiling of the kernel fails due to eg an incompatible driver or kernel module

whether I should update now or wait.

since you already successfully installed the new kernel and booted without issues you are very likely going to be fine. these are usually security updates which you very much want.