Introducing TrueNAS 12.05-U5 Update: The Latest Evolution of the Platform
You won’t believe what iXsystems has in store for us with the release of TrueNAS 12.05-U5. This update is not just another bugfix, it marks a major milestone in the platform’s evolution. It’s exciting to see iXsystems keeping its promise to unify FreeNAS and TrueNAS through regular updates. But there’s a worrying trend that caught our reader’s attention, and we’ll talk about that too.
The Power of TrueNAS 12.05-U5
The newest update boasts about 20 improvements and 80 bug fixes. But what’s more interesting is how it came about. One of our readers raised a valid point, and it led to this key update list:
- Improved Python versions to prevent potential memory leaks and rare middleware crashes
- Updated OpenZFS to 2.0.5
- Enhanced management for TrueNAS R-Series and Mini Enclosures
- Various improvements for the WebUI, including fixing a dashboard CPU% bug
- Support for automatic resizing of NVMe drives
- Improved M-Series HA capabilities (Source: iXsystems)
The primary focus of the update is to ensure all components are up-to-date for optimal functionality, stability, and security. And speaking of security, TrueNAS 12.05-U5 includes several updates for key components that were not available in the previous version, 11.3.
Transitioning to TrueNAS Core
The release of TrueNAS 12.05-U5 also marks a significant transition for iXsystems, as they actively encourage users to switch to TrueNAS Core instead of sticking with the older FreeNAS. With this update, FreeNAS has been designated with “legacy” status. While some may not prefer the change in name, iXsystems has been transparent about their approach towards this transition.
But Wait, There’s More: iXsystems Hiding TrueNAS Update Details?
One of our readers brought to our attention a recent change in the way iXsystems shares updates. In the blog post where we retrieved the key update list, there is now a link to login and view the full list of changes and bugs.
This is not a joke, the list of updates is now behind a login wall. To give credit where it’s due, iXsystems has mentioned in the blog post that a Jira account is necessary. But what about those who do not have an account? They can no longer access the information they need, unless everything works perfectly fine, which we know isn’t always the case.
While it’s understandable for a company to want to monetize, this step towards less transparency is questionable. What was once readily accessible to the public now requires a login. It’s a bit of a stretch to accuse iXsystems of a calculated move to strip away the attractive free features of TrueNAS/FreeNAS. But it does raise a valid concern.
The Future is Bright for TrueNAS
But there’s always a silver lining, right? We are pleased to announce that TrueNAS Scale, which is known for bringing a modern mix of features including ZFS, Gluster/Ceph, and standard KVM virtualization, has received a small update and is making steady progress. Over the years, many of our readers have chosen Proxmox VE for its advanced features. But with TrueNAS Scale, they can transition to a more modern and complete solution within the TrueNAS ecosystem. And there’s so much more to look forward to in the future!
So why wait? Upgrade to TrueNAS 12.05-U5 now and experience the power of a unified platform with regular updates. And don’t forget to stay updated with TrueNAS Scale’s progress, because it’s only going to get better from here on out!
