Lion 10.7.1 now available in Software Update (Updated)

The long-awaited first update to OS X Lion, version 10.7.1, has just hit Software Update.

The update is relatively small, weighing in at 17.4 MB for an iMac, and requires a reboot after installation. Apple recommends backing up your Mac prior to updating.

The update:

• Addresses an issue that may cause the system to become unresponsive when playing a video in Safari.

• Resolves an issue that may cause system audio to stop working when using HDMI or optical audio out

• Improves the reliability of Wi-Fi connections

• Resolves an issue that prevents transfer of your data, settings, and compatible applications to a new Mac running OS X Lion.

Additional notes can be found here: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4764.

Update -- Direct links to the installer can be found at the following locations:

• OS X Lion 10.7.1 Update (Client)

• OS X Lion 10.7.1 Update (Server)

• OS X Lion 10.7.1 Update for MacBook Air and Mac mini 2011 (Client)

• OS X Lion 10.7.1 Update for Mac mini 2011 (Server)