WD Blue SA510 SATA SSD Critical Firmware Update
We would like to inform you about a very serious firmware (FW) error in the WD Blue SA510 SATA SSD model series. This error has a serious impact on the stability and security of data stored on the drive. Data recovery from Western Digital SSDs is carried out using a very specific procedure and due to this error, the procedure for data recovery or disk repair is impossible.
To avoid losing your data, it is important that you resolve this error as soon as possible in the following way:
Data backup: First, make a backup of all important data stored on the drive. This way you minimize the risk of data loss in the event that the error should occur or an error occurred during the FW update of the drive. Firmware update: Download the necessary FW for the SSD from the manufacturer's official website and follow the instructions provided (https://support-en.wd.com/app/answers/detailweb/a_id/50208/~/wd-blue-sa510-sata-ssds-critical-firmware-update-available) After updating the firmware, carefully monitor the behavior of the drive and its performance and make sure that the drive is running stably.
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The critical FW error applies to drives:
WD Blue SA510 250GB - WDS250G3B0A, WDS250G3B0B WD Blue SA510 500GB - WDS500G3B0A, WDS500G3B0B, WDBB8H5000 WD Blue SA510 1TB - WDS100T3B0A, WDS100T3B0B, WDBB8H0010
Do not underestimate the seriousness of this situation, as a firmware error can have serious consequences. Data recovery in the event of a malfunction associated with a FW error is currently impossible. A quick response and following the steps outlined by the manufacturer can help minimize the risks associated with this error and subsequent data loss.
