PLDS DH-16D3S 16X DVD SATA HH Firmware Update
AUTO INSTALLED This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.This package provides the Windows/DOS Based PLDS DH-16D3S 16X DVD SATA HH Firmware Update and is supported on Inspiron Desktop, Optiplex, Precision, Studio Desktop, Studio XPS Desktop, Vostro Desktop and XPS Desktop models that are running the following Windows Operating Systems: XP, Vista and DOS.
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HD3_SD12.zip | 781.16 KB
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File Format:
Extracts files directly to local disk
File Name:
HD3_SD12.zip
File Size:
781.16 KB
Format Description
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MD5:
ea7bfba2f2a11987ccfec981bd1eed78
SHA1:
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SHA-256:
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Fixes & Enhancements
Fixes - Not applicable Enhancements - Improved the tray interaction - Improved media compability
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Version
SD12, A01
Release date
23 Dec 2009
Download Type
Firmware
Category
Removable Storage
Importance
RecommendedDell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
Supported Operating Systems
Windows Vista, 32-bit
Windows Vista, 64-bit
Windows XP
Windows XP, 64-bit
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Applies to
DH-16D3S 16X DVD SATA HH
Installation instructions
Windows based firmware flash update for PLDS DH-16D3S DVD-ROM: 1. Download and unzip the HD3_SD12.zip into your desktop. 2. In "HD3_SD12" folder, please search for the "Windows" folder. 3. In "Windows" folder, please make sure you have the administrator right, and double click on "SD12WIN.EXE". 4. Click on"Update" button. This may take as long as two minutes. Please wait for the process to complete. 5. You should see "Firmware has been updated successfully". 6. Windows must restart to complete this operation, please save all data and click on "Now". DOS based firmware flash update for PLDS DH-16D3S DVD-ROM: 1. Unzip the HD3_SD12.zip into your bootable USB key. 2. In "Dos" folder, just type "SD12DOS.EXE". 3. Please select "1" (assume this is the only optical drive) and wait for 2 minutes. 4. You should see "Firmware update successfully". 5. Windows must restart to complete this operation, please "y".
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