SK Hynix BC501 Solid-state Drive Firmware Update

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This package contains the firmware for SK Hynix BC501 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB, Revision 80002C00. Storage firmware is a microcode that is embedded on storage devices such as hard drives or solid-state drives that manages the functionality of the device. It is supported on Alienware, Inspiron, Latitude, OptiPlex, Precision, Vostro, and XPS systems that run Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 operating systems. The update enhances drive Device Short Test (DST) robustness under heavy workload.
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Fixes & Enhancements

Fixes:
- Not Applicable

Enhancement:
- Enhances drive Device Short Test (DST) robustness under heavy workload.
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Version

80002C00, A00

Release date

06 Oct 2021

Download Type

Firmware

Category

Storage

Importance

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Dell 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.
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File Format: ZipPack External
File Name: SK Hynix BC501 KTPF3_ZPE.exe
File Size: 2.9 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:
0769cfad63b077a93c561488d8e0c93f
SHA1:
484dae1dd778d2c4d2ae73027e3489517a52b60a
SHA-256:
333e985cc90796d313b88a9424f88aff75e0821a9c22844a6f66a73ed7444c7f

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It is recommends that you back up your data before performing this update. Do not interrupt your system during the firmware upgrade process. If the firmware upgrade process is interrupted, the solid-state drive may not function properly.
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
HYNIX BC501 128G PCIE NVME 2230 SSD
HYNIX BC501 256G PCIE NVME 2230 SSD
HYNIX BC501 512G PCIE NVME 2230 SSD
Note:
You are advised to back up the data in the system and close all open applications. It is also recommended to connect the power cable if it is not a desktop and disconnect all external storage devices.
For instructions with screenshots, see the document SNT_Dell_BC501_v59_80002C00.pdf that is attached.

Firmware upgrade through the Windows utility

Download
1. Click Download File to download the file.
2. When download is complete, run SK Hynix BC501 KTPF3_ZPE.exe to unzip this file.
3. Select Continue and take note of the unzip location.

Upgrade Procedure
1. Close all open applications and save your work before the firmware update process.
2. Go to the location where you have downloaded the package.
3. Right-click on the file named SNT_Dell_BC501_v59_80002C00 and select Run as administrator to run the firmware (FW) update utility with administrator privilege.
4. A window is displayed where you can select the solid-state drive (SSD) to be updated.
5. Select your drive from the list.
6. Click the Firmware tab.
7. Click Update Firmware.
Do not interrupt the firmware update. A dialog box is displayed when the firmware update is complete.
8. Click Yes to reboot your system.
If you select No, there will be a value displayed under Pending Slot until next reboot.
9. To check whether the firmware has been updated, repeat steps from 1 to 3.
Current version of the firmware is displayed under Firmware Version.

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