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Seagate ST9160412AS, ST9250410AS, ST9320423AS, ST9500420AS, v.4SDM1 or 5SDM1 , A00
Firmware 4SDM1 or 5SDM1 fixes clicking noise on Seagate 2.5" 7200RPM HDD's Model #'s: 160G - ST9160412AS DP/N J423T 250G - ST9250410AS DP/N K556T 320G - ST9320423AS DP/N F729T 500G - ST9500420AS DP/N G629T
Release Date: 12/2/2009
Importance: Recommended
Version: 4SDM1 or 5SDM1,A00

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File Format: Hard-Drive Get Driver Download File
File Name:

R250679.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 4SDM1 or 5SDM1 fixes clicking noise on Seagate 2.5" 7200RPM HDD's Model #'s: 160G - ST9160412AS DP/N J423T 250G - ST9250410AS DP/N K556T 320G - ST9320423AS DP/N F729T 500G - ST9500420AS DP/N G629T

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
inspiron 1320
inspiron 1470
inspiron 1545
inspiron 1570
inspiron 1750
inspiron INSP1440
inspiron Inspiron 1370
OptiPlex 780
Studio Laptop 1450
Studio Laptop 1457
Studio Laptop 1458
Studio Laptop 1745
Studio Laptop 1747
Studio Laptop Studio 1555
Studio Laptop Studio 1557
Studio XPS Laptop 1340
Studio XPS Laptop 16
Studio XPS Laptop Studio XPS 1645
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

  • ST9320423AS
  • ST9500420AS
  • ST9250410AS

Fixes & Enhancements

Firmware 4SDM1 or 5SDM1 fixes clicking noise on Seagate 2.5" 7200RPM HDD's Model #'s: 160G - ST9160412AS DP/N J423T 250G - ST9250410AS DP/N K556T 320G - ST9320423AS DP/N F729T 500G - ST9500420AS DP/N G629T

Installation Instructions

            
Custom Instructions for R250679.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 (R250679.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\R250679\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 ST9160412AS, ST9250410AS, ST9320423AS, ST9500420AS.
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 (R250679.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\R250679\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 ST9160412AS, ST9250410AS, ST9320423AS, ST9500420AS.
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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