PNY SSD Firmware Update Utility 5.0.7

PNY SSD Firmware Update Procedure

- Prior to launching the PNY Field Firmware Update tool, it is recommend to perform a backup of all your data to ensure no data is lost during the firmware update process
- For the update to work properly you must be running Windows 8,Windows 7, Vista SP2, or XP SP3 in AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) mode.
- Do not unplug power at any time during the firmware update. Power needs to be constant during the update, either from AC power or battery power.
- AMD users must use the Microsoft AHCI driver for the update procedure to complete successfully.
- Use only native SATA ports to perform the upgrade; do NOT use third party controllers.
- Notebook users, it is recommended to use AC power to prevent any power loss during firmware upgrade. The update should take several minutes.

About General Firmware:

Applying a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your unit can bring various enhancements, include workarounds for diverse problems encountered by the device, and improve or add newly developed features.

On the other hand, downgrading the firmware version can recover the device's functionality in the event of a software update either turning up faulty or causing the unit's overall performance to drop. However, bear in mind that applying an older firmware isn't recommended and might not always be possible.

When it comes to the update steps, due to the large variety of devices and numerous ways for installing a new firmware, it is recommended that you carefully read and understand the upgrade steps, and consider applying a different firmware only when you have familiarized yourself with the update method.

As the installation process is most of the times quite risky, this step should be taken by users that have the ability to successfully complete the update; regular users may initiate it at their own risk. Moreover, it's best that this task be performed in a steady power environment such as the one ensured by a UPS unit.

Therefore, if you consider applying this release, hit the download button, take into account all the aforementioned aspects, and update the device's firmware. Also make sure you constantly check with our website to ensure that you don't miss a single new release.