Sandisk SN8000s SED Solid State Drive Firmware Update
Restart required 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 contains the firmware for Sandisk SN8000s SED 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB, Revision 63112103. Storage firmware is a microcode that is embedded on storage devices such as hard drives or solid state drives. The firmware manages the functionality of the devices.
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Fixes & Enhancements
- Fixed the issue where the drive is not detected after exiting low-power mode and a Windows error message is displayed. This issue occurs after the system is left idle and then resumed.
- Fixed the issue where the Microsoft SQL Server installation fails after the drive reports an incorrect physical sector size greater than 4 KB. This issue occurs when the AHCI mode is enabled in the BIOS.
Read More- Fixed the issue where the Microsoft SQL Server installation fails after the drive reports an incorrect physical sector size greater than 4 KB. This issue occurs when the AHCI mode is enabled in the BIOS.
Version
6311.2103, A03
Release date
30 Oct 2025
Download Type
Firmware
Category
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.
Available formats View Important Information
File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name: Sandisk-SN8000s-SED-Solid-State-Drive-Firmware-Update_408VR_WIN64_6311.2103_A03_01.EXE
File Size: 14.26 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
Dell Update Packages in native Microsoft Windows 64-bit format do not require that Microsoft WOW64 be installed on the Microsoft Windows Server.
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MD5:
54571ad136be6ff7388aafa505256e41
SHA1:
7c488a818403ae438437ba1deb6d4b00142d3834
SHA-256:
c2a7f15e8dc30518650a80a5efb27bcbb2185ed1e951f91c029114d614bf097b
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Important Information
- It is recommended that you back up your data before performing this update. Do not interrupt your system during the firmware update process. Firmware update Installation time should take no longer than 1 minute.
- For IT admins, this update supports silent install. You can use Management Consoles or Dell tools such as Dell Command Update, SupportAssist, or Dell Business Client Catalog with Config Manager for silent installation.
- For IT admins, this update supports silent install. You can use Management Consoles or Dell tools such as Dell Command Update, SupportAssist, or Dell Business Client Catalog with Config Manager for silent installation.
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 11 S-Mode
Windows 11
Windows 10, 64-bit
Applies to
WESTERN DIGITAL SN8000s 1TB OPAL2 PCIE NVME 2280 SSD [GEN 4x4] (CLASS 40)
WESTERN DIGITAL SN8000s 2TB OPAL2 PCIE NVME 2280 SSD [GEN 4x4] (CLASS 40)
WESTERN DIGITAL SN8000s 4TB OPAL2 PCIE NVME 2280 SSD [GEN 4x4] (CLASS 40)
WESTERN DIGITAL SN8000s 512GB OPAL2 PCIE NVME 2280 SSD [GEN 4x4] (CLASS 40)
Installation instructions
Dell Update Package Instructions
Note 1: It is recommended to back up the data in the computer and close all open applications. It is also recommended that you connect the power cable to the computer and disconnect all external storage devices.
Note 2: Your system requires a restart after installing the firmware.
Download
1. Click Download File.
2. When the File Download window is displayed, 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 the information in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites that are identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
Note- If the Extract button is selected instead of Install, perform the following steps to complete the update:
a. Choose the extract location.
b. Close the Dell Update Package window.
c. From a command window, change directory to the location where files were extracted and run the following command: setup.exe.
d. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
Note 1: It is recommended to back up the data in the computer and close all open applications. It is also recommended that you connect the power cable to the computer and disconnect all external storage devices.
Note 2: Your system requires a restart after installing the firmware.
Download
1. Click Download File.
2. When the File Download window is displayed, 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 the information in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites that are identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
Note- If the Extract button is selected instead of Install, perform the following steps to complete the update:
a. Choose the extract location.
b. Close the Dell Update Package window.
c. From a command window, change directory to the location where files were extracted and run the following command: setup.exe.
d. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
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