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Seagate ST9160418ASG 160GB 2.5 7200 S2 HDD, ST9250464ASG 250GB 2.5 7200 S2 HDD, v.DEC7, A00
Firmware DEC7 fixes clicking noise on Seagate 2.5" 7200RPM HDD's Model #'s: 160G - ST9160418ASG DP/N 5MMR5 250G - ST9250464ASG DP/N 56072
Release Date: 12/2/2009
Importance: Recommended
Version: DEC7,A00
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File Format: Hard-Drive Get Driver Download File
File Name:

R250673.exe

Description: This file contains a compressed (or zipped) set of files. Download the file to a folder on your hard drive, and then run (double-click) it to unzip the set of files. Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
Download Type: HTTP
File Size: 4MB

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Description

Firmware DEC7 fixes clicking noise on Seagate 2.5" 7200RPM HDD's Model #'s: 160G - ST9160418ASG DP/N 5MMR5 250G - ST9250464ASG DP/N 56072

Level of Importance:Recommended

Dell recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains feature enhancements or changes that will help keep your system software current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers and software).

Important Information

PLEASE MAKE SURE A/C POWER IS BEING USED WHILE UPDATING YOUR HARD DRIVE. PLEASE DO NOT INTERUPT THE FIRMWARE UPDATE PROCESS.

Compatibility

Systems
Latitude E4300
Latitude E5400
Latitude E5400
Latitude E5500
Latitude E6400
Latitude E6400 ATG
Latitude E6500
Latitude XFR E6400
OptiPlex 760
OptiPlex 780
OptiPlex 960
Precision M2400
Precision M4400
Precision M6400
Precision T1500
Vostro Desktop Vostro 430
Vostro Notebook 1220
Vostro Notebook 1320
Vostro Notebook 1520
Vostro Notebook 1720
Operating Systems
MS Windows 7 32-bit
MS Windows 7 64-bit
MS Windows Vista 32-bit
MS Windows Vista 64-bit
MS Windows XP
MS Windows XP x64

Applies to

  • ST9160418ASG 160GB 2.5 7200 S2 HDD

Fixes & Enhancements

Firmware DEC7 fixes clicking noise on Seagate 2.5" 7200RPM HDD's Model #'s: 160G - ST9160418ASG DP/N 5MMR5 250G - ST9250464ASG DP/N 56072

Installation Instructions

            
Custom Instructions for R250673.EXE:

* PLEASE PRINT THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS *

For Bootable CD option 

(PLEASE MAKE SURE A/C POWER IS BEING USED WHILE UPDATING YOUR HARD DRIVE)

1. Click on the (R250673.EXE) file and select "RUN" then "RUN" again.
2. Press "Continue" then "OK" to extract the files to the provided location.
3. If you have CD imaging software that supports the .ISO image format the file "C:\DELL\Drivers\R250673\Seagate Utility.ISO" is an image for a bootable CD that will automatically run the application.
4. Boot to the CD.
5. The Seagate utility will start automatically.
6. The utility will autoscan and update the appropiate Seagate ST9160418ASG & ST9250464ASG.
7. Once completed, a message detailing drive model, serial number and updated 4SDM1 or 5SDM1 firmware will appear.
8. Remove the CD and power off your PC. 
9. Power on your PC to continue normal operation.


For Other Bootable option (IE. USB key, etc.)

(PLEASE MAKE SURE A/C POWER IS BEING USED WHILE UPDATING YOUR HARD DRIVE)

1. Click on the (R250673.EXE) file and select "RUN" then "RUN" again.
2. Press "Continue" then "OK" to extract the files to the provided location.
3. The files are located in "C:\DELL\Drivers\R250673\Files" directory.
4. Add the files to your bootable media and run the "FLASH.bat".
5. The Seagate utility will start automatically.
6. The utility will autoscan and update the appropiate Seagate ST9160418ASG & ST9250464ASG.
7. Once completed, a message detailing drive model, serial number and updated 4SDM1 or 5SDM1 firmware will appear.
8. Remove the Bootable Media and power off your system.            
        

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