Firmware Update - DOS

How do I update firmware in DOS mode?

CAUTION: The following steps assume that all necessary files are present on the USB/CD/DVD disk. Please refer to the How do I make a Bootable USB/CD/DVD? section for more information.

 

1. Configure the USB/CD/DVD drive as the primary boot device in the BIOS.
    - NOTE: Enable AHCI/IDE/ATA mode on your system
2. Restart the computer in DOS mode with the bootable USB/CD/DVD.
3. The Firmware Update utility is launched automatically.
4. After reading the disclaimer, Press [Y] to accept the terms.
5. The application scans for any connected SSDs. A list of detected disk(s) is
6. Press [Y] to confirm and proceed with the firmware update process.
    - CAUTION: Do not disturb the system until the firmware update is complete. 
7. The disk is updated to the latest firmware.

**Caution:

  • Before updating the firmware, please back up your data
  • Before updating the firmware, please check whether your SSD's firmware is the latest version or not. 
  • Magician home -> Update
  • Please do not power off during firmware update.
  • Firmware Update cannot be performed on a RAPID Enabled SSD.
  • Please connect the SSD to the mainboard's SATA port 0.
  • PC shutdown is required

**Samsung website : www.samsung.com/samsungssd

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