SanDisk PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive Firmware Update
Restart required 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 package contains the SanDisk A400 PCIe NVMe solid state drive firmware update. 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 a Windows error message is displayed when the system is in low-power mode and the Intel Rapid Storage Technology (IRST) version is 15.7.5.1025.
Read MoreVersion
A3590012, A00
Release date
21 Nov 2017
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: ZipPack External
File Name: SanDisk A400 3954G_ZPE.exe
File Size: 7.01 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:
3a09f5ca6aae461fef09d745a1d9a0d4
SHA1:
bacbd9f3ae9b744e774161613051cbd70b2628dd
SHA-256:
a96d26d6c36a14305ec5286a97ed1e0c4e704b0f789ef16bfb72955716b2f055
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Important Information
You must backup all the important files before performing this update. If the firmware process is interrupted for any reason, your solid state drive may not function properly.
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 7, 32-bit
Windows 7, 64-bit
Windows 8, 32-bit
Windows 8, 64-bit
Windows 8.1, 32-bit
Windows 8.1, 64-bit
Windows 10, 32-bit
Windows 10, 64-bit
Applies to
SANDISK A400 256G PCIE NVME 2280 SSD (CLASS 40)
SANDISK A400 512G PCIE NVME 2280 SSD (CLASS 40)
Installation instructions
Firmware upgrade through the Windows utility
Procedure
1. Run the utility to start the firmware update process.
2. On the first screen, if the target SSD is not listed, select it and then click Update.
The next screen is a warning message. It states the risks and reminds user to back up important files before proceeding.
3. Click OK to proceed.
Firmware upgrade proceeds. When the firmware upgrade process completes, you are prompted to reboot the system.
4. Close all open applications, and save your work before rebooting the system.
The system reboots and loads the firmware. Once the firmware update is complete, a message saying the firmware update done is displayed.
5. Sign in to the operating system.
6. To confirm that the firmware update was successful, open Device manager > open SSD> click Properties> choose hardware ID under Details and check the firmware version.
Procedure
1. Run the utility to start the firmware update process.
2. On the first screen, if the target SSD is not listed, select it and then click Update.
The next screen is a warning message. It states the risks and reminds user to back up important files before proceeding.
3. Click OK to proceed.
Firmware upgrade proceeds. When the firmware upgrade process completes, you are prompted to reboot the system.
4. Close all open applications, and save your work before rebooting the system.
The system reboots and loads the firmware. Once the firmware update is complete, a message saying the firmware update done is displayed.
5. Sign in to the operating system.
6. To confirm that the firmware update was successful, open Device manager > open SSD> click Properties> choose hardware ID under Details and check the firmware version.
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