WD My Passport Wireless SSD Storage Firmware 1.04.17 Download

Posted at April 27, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

WD My Passport Wireless SSD Storage Firmware 1.04.17 Description

New Features:

- Added support for My Passport Wireless SSD
- Added RAW image preview support
- Manual database rebuild is required after firmware upgrade
- See knowledge base article 20684 for compatible RAW image formats
- Added support for “Copy All” for SD/USB storage import; removed “Move” function
- Changed SD/USB storage import folder format with additional timestamp (ISO8601)
- Added support for Paragon NTFS for Mac

Bug Fixes:

- Fixed KRACK Wi-Fi vulnerability issue
- Fixed My Cloud mobile app time sync problem
- Resolved USB import issue with iOS10.2 camera roll
- Fixed My Cloud mobile app displaying NULL value from JPEG EXIF
- Fixed timestamp error on content imported from SD/USB storage
- Fixed issues with the following microSD cards: Samsung 64GB PRO microSDXC, Lexar 32GB class 10 microSDHC, ADATA 32GB class 4 microSDXC
- Other general bug fixes and minor improvements

To update the firmware:

- Download the firmware to your desktop and you will find the actual firmware in this format: MyPassportWirelessGen2_x.bin. 
- Format the SD card in FAT-32 file system.
- Create a folder on the SD card named “update”.
- Copy the MyPassportWirelessGen2_x.bin file into the “update” folder. 
- Turn OFF the My Passport Wireless Pro.
- Insert the SD Card.
- Turn ON the My Passport Wireless Pro.
- After the My Passport Wireless Pro boot up, the disk LED will start flashing while the update is happening.
- Once the update is complete, the My Passport Wireless Pro will automatically reboot and the LED will return to the normal ON state.

Important product update notes:

- Do not interrupt the firmware upgrade process. Doing so may cause the device to malfunction or render it unable to boot.
- If you are using the manual update method, do not rename the firmware file. Doing so will cause the manual update to fail. 

About SSD Firmware:

Changing the solid-state drive (SSD) firmware version can bring about a wide variety of changes such as stability improvements for different sleep states, power consumption enhancements, increased read/write speeds, optimized compatibility with various systems, and many others.

However, performing this step is very risky because it can damage the SSD's software in the event of an update failure. Therefore, make sure you consider changing the firmware only when and if the new version includes changes that you can make use of.

As for the installation method, given the huge number of SSD manufacturers and the wide variety of solid-state drives, it's recommended that you carefully read and understand the update guide, and initiate the upgrade only when you have completely familiarized yourself with the steps.

In addition to that, most SSD manufacturers also require additional software that will help you apply a new firmware using a specific method – so make sure you have everything you need for a complete and successful upgrade.

Another aspect you should keep in mind is that this task must be performed in a steady power environment, such as the one provided by a UPS unit. Don't forget to reboot the system so that the newly made changes can take effect.

That being said, if this release includes the changes you need / desire, click the download button and get the firmware file. If not, check with our website constantly in order to find out first when a suitable update becomes available.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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