Samsung HD321KJ 320GB/HD501LJ 500GB Lead Free SATA2 HDD Firmware Update

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This package provides the Samsung HD321KJ 320GB/HD501LJ 500GB Lead Free SATA2 HDD Firmware Update and is supported on Dimension Desktop, Inspiron Desktop, Optiplex, Precision, Vostro Desktop and XPS Desktop models that are running the following Windows Operating Systems: XP and Vista.
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Samsung_multi-device_A00_R180581.exe | 1.34 MB
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File Format: ZipPack External
File Name: Samsung_multi-device_A00_R180581.exe
File Size: 1.34 MB
Format 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.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
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SHA1:
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Fixes & Enhancements

Initial Release
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Version

CP100-13, CR100-13, A00

Release date

28 Mar 2008

Download Type

Hardware

Category

Storage

Importance

Critical
Dell Technologies highly recommends applying this important update as soon as possible. The update contains critical bug fixes and changes to improve functionality, reliability, and stability of your Dell system. It may also include security fixes and other feature enhancements.

File Format: One or more self extracting disk images inside of a self extracting zip
File Name: BR180581.exe
File Size: 910.08 KB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file contains a compressed (or zipped) set of files. Download the file to a folder on your hard drive, then double-click it to unzip the set of files. Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
c6e23eac50612119d374311740e31a3c
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available

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HD321KJ 320GB Lead Free SATA2 HDD
HD501LJ 500GB Lead Free SATA2 HDD
For Bootable Diskette: 1. Click on the (BR180581.EXE) file and select "RUN" then "RUN" again. 2. Choose ""Continue"" in the next window to create a bootable floppy. 3. Close all applications, and re-boot from the floppy image just created. 4. The Samsung Firmware Update will start automatically. 5. The utility will autoscan and update the appropiate Samsung HD321KJ & HD501LJ. 6. Once completed, a successfully updated message will be displayed. 7. Remove the floppy diskette and power off your system. 8. Power on your system to continue normal operation. For Bootable CD option (no floppy available) (PLEASE MAKE SURE HARD DRIVE IS NOT INTERRUPTED DURING FIRMWARE UPDATE) 1. Click on the (R180581.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\R180581\CD Image\Samsung Firmware Update.ISO" is an image for a bootable CD that will automatically run the application. 4. Boot to the CD. 5. The Samsung Firmware Update will start automatically. 6. The utility will autoscan and update the appropiate Samsung HD321KJ & HD501LJ. 7. Once completed, a successfully updated message will be displayed. 8. Remove the CD and power off your system. 9. Power on your system to continue normal operation. For Other Bootable option (i.e. USB key etc) (PLEASE MAKE SURE HARD DRIVE IS NOT INTERRUPTED DURING FIRMWARE UPDATE) 1. Click on the (R180581.EXE) file and select "RUN" then "RUN" again. 2. Press "Continue" then "OK" to extract the files to the provided location. 3. The executable "DL080229.EXE" is located in "C:\DELL\Drivers\R180581\Executable\" directory. 4. Add the executable to your bootable media and run the file. 5. The Samsung Firmware Update will start automatically. 6. The utility will auto scan and update the appropiate Samsung HD321KJ & HD501LJ. 7. Once completed, a successfully updated message will be displayed. 8. The CD should automatically eject. Remove CD and power off your system. 9. Power on your system to continue normal operation.

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