SAS_SATA DRIVE DOS FIRMWARE UPDATE A34

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 is a general maintenance release for SAS and SATA drives. It is a re-release of the previous version with additional firmware updates.
Recommended

Find the best download for your system

Please enter your product details to view the latest driver information for your system

Search support

Enter your Dell Service Tag or model

Want to look up your product? Enter a product identifier. Show me how

This driver is not compatible

This driver is not applicable for the selected product. Choose another product to re-enter your product details for this driver or visit the Product Support page to view all drivers for a different product.

Find more updates. Use SupportAssist to find all the latest driver updates for your device.

Fixes & Enhancements

Fixes/Enhancements:

The Hitachi SAS release for 15K 3.5" SAS hard drive firmware to fix Linux install hang in a RAID-0 config.
During a Linux install small block sequential writes occur which brings out this bug and result in a hang
during install when attached to SAS-5/iR running in RAID 0. The firmware will rev from A48B to A5F0.
Read More

Version

A5F0, A34

Release date

04 Jan 2012

Download Type

Utility

Category

SAS Drive

Importance

Optional
Dell Technologies recommends reviewing this update to determine if it applies to your system. The update contains changes that impact only certain configurations or provides new features that may or may not apply to your environment.
Available formats View Important Information

File Format: ZipPack External
File Name: SAS_SATA_A34_ZPE.exe
File Size: 84.17 MB
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, 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:
5a0fcf59e80be4fa617e7f2b1357185a
SHA1:
315af2a978cd8b168b80ddee50354eb751bb7a64
SHA-256:
c251df4c24779a2ccef3117cac262aeb711ce566f9af8d0f3ede0ffc77b0dad3

File Format: External release notes
File Name: Release Notes A34.txt
File Size: 64.42 KB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file format contains plain text which can be viewed with a standard text editor.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
7c4a7fbc304d85f87b0fe520f4ce66c1
SHA1:
df28e58751582864db19d897364c043580b7cc0f
SHA-256:
Not available

By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.

Additional details

Show All | Hide All
This release is intended for use on drives attached to SAS/ PERC controllers and MD1000, MD1120, MD1200 and MD1220 Enclosures. To update drives attached to MD3000 and MD3000i enclosures, use R310916"

Please note: Only Dell Branded SAS/SCSI, PERC and embedded ICH controllers are supported.

On drives attached to PERC5/PERC6 controllers, the first drive to be updated requires a 5 minute delay before firmware flash to begin. Do not power cycle or reboot your system while the update is in progress.
Dell SAS/SATA Hard Drive
Download

1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.

Installation

1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.

Detailed Instructions

1) Click Download now.
The File Download window appears.

2) Click the Save button.
The Save As window appears.

3) Select Desktop using the drop-down menu to the right of Save in.

4) Click the Save button.
A progress meter moves as the download is completed.

5) If necessary, click X in the upper right-hand corner of the Download Progress Window to close it upon completion.

6) Double click the Icon on your desktop for the newly saved file.

Drivers help and tutorials