This script allows you to update the firmware of your Samsung SSD on Linux without needing to make a bootable usb. It extracts the necessary files from a provided ISO image and guides you through the final steps to complete the update.
DISCLAIMER: I am not affiliated with Samsung. I do not take any responsibility for failed upgrades, broken drives, or lost data that may occur as a result of using this script. Proceed at your own risk.
- Root access (
suorsudo su) - A compatible Samsung SSD firmware ISO file (e.g.,
Samsung_SSD_990_PRO_4B2QJXD7.iso)
You can download the script directly from GitHub using curl or wget:
curl -O https://raw.githubusercontent.com/kimasplund/Linux-Samsung-Nvme-Firmware-Iso-Extractor/main/samsung_firmware_extractor.shwget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/kimasplund/Linux-Samsung-Nvme-Firmware-Iso-Extractor/main/samsung_firmware_extractor.sh-
Make the script executable:
chmod +x samsung_firmware_extractor.sh
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Run the script as root:
Make sure you are logged in as the root user. You can do this by running:
su # Enter your root password -
Run the script with your ISO file:
Replace
Samsung_SSD_990_PRO_4B2QJXD7.isowith the path to your ISO file../samsung_firmware_extractor.sh /path/to/Samsung_SSD_990_PRO_4B2QJXD7.iso
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Follow the instructions:
The script will:
- Display a disclaimer.
- Extract the necessary files from the ISO.
- Provide you with final instructions on how to complete the firmware update.
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Final Step:
After the script completes, follow the on-screen instructions to navigate to the extracted directory and run the firmware update:
cd /root/fumagician ./fumagician
If you encounter any issues:
- Ensure the script is being run as the root user.
- Verify the ISO file is valid and correctly specified.
- Check the error messages displayed by the script for guidance.
If you'd like to contribute to this project, feel free to fork the repository and submit a pull request.
This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.