[Dr. Drib]

I'm confused about the most current firmware version. I have 32 gigs of ram. To be perfectly clear, I do NOT have an HDX version.


My S/N prefix has D059, running software version 7.4.8.

The D059 prefix would indicate that I have a Kindle Fire HD 7.

Yet, in checking on Amazon's site for the most current version, I see 4.5.4.

See here, quoted:

Fire HD 7 Software Updates

We have a new, free software update available for your Fire HD 7. This update automatically downloads and installs on your device when connected wirelessly; however, you can also manually download the software and transfer the update to your device via USB cable.

The software update includes general improvements and performance enhancements.
Determine your software version

Determine the current software version on your Fire HD 7 before downloading and installing a software update.

Swipe down from the top of the screen and then tap Settings.
Tap Device Options, and then tap System Updates.

If you have the latest software update, it should look like this: Your device is running Fire OS 4.5.4.


Their version for the Kindle Fire HD (Second Generation) shows the same version: 4.5.4


I suspect this may be the version I need:

Determine Your Software Version

Determine the current software version on your Kindle Fire HD 7" before downloading and installing a software update. You may already have the latest software update or you may need to install a previous software version before you can install the latest software update.

Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings, and then tap More.
Tap Device, and then tap About. If you have the latest software update, it should look like this: 7.5.1_user_5172620.

If you see an earlier version, proceed with the steps in Download & Install Software Updates Automatically.


YET, the quote above ALSO REFERENCES the same name as in the very FIRST quote: Kindle Fire HD.