SONY DVD RW DW-U18A Firmware

[Alien Bay]

I am having a dog time finding a link to the latest firmware on this DVD burner (aka LiteOn SOHW-812S) The Lite-on firmware will not install.

My current Sony firmware is UYS3. Any links appreciated.

[Experi-Mentor]

seems you're not the only one having problems with the "SONY DVD RW DW-U18A " :

http://forums.driverguide.com/printthread.php?t=1934

[cynthia]

There is a "firmware writer" (Omnipatcher) that you should be able to write a new firmware for that burner. If I recall it - you need to use the cross-flashing option for this purpose. I think you can find more info at http://codeguys.rpc1.org/patchers.html

[Alien Bay]

Thank you folks, for the replies. I recently bought a 2nd drive (Sony-DRU-710A) that I have been using exclusively, and without a problem. However, I wanted to update the firmware on the older drive just to have it up to date. Reading through that thread that Experi-mentor referred to, I see from the date of those posts, and the firmware mentioned (last post page one - UYS1), that I probably have the most up to date firmware.
However, there was a very interesting post on page three from 'Unregistered' suggesting that it can be loaded with LiteOn SOHW-832S firmware to make it dual format, dual layer...is that possible???
Thanks again, and ..uh, Cythia...nice hat..helmet...head thingy. ;<)

[cynthia]

It's a viking helmet...

[Alien Bay]

Well, I'm glad to hear it's not a stocking cap and you were just growing horns.

BTW, how does one get their face or an icon in that spot?

[jmet]

Click User CP at the top of this page. Then click Edit Options. Then you can add a pic (avatar) above your user information in threads.

[cynthia]

Originally posted by jmet
Click User CP at the top of this page. Then click Edit Options. Then you can add a pic (avatar) above your user information in threads.

You should know that...

Must be a new record for your current avatar...

[Alien Bay]

At Cynthia's suggestion earlier in this thread, I used Omnipatch to change my Sony to a Lite-On. I have one more verification, but I will be posting a new thread with new information I have found. I think that this info will be overlooked with if someone looks at the subject I started this thread with.
I have actually turned my Sony into a Dual layer Lite-On! I have cut and viewed a dual layered DVD, and am going to use one more verification before starting a new thread.
Thank you again for all your advice.
PS Yes, Cynthia, I should have known that : |

[cynthia]

Originally posted by Alien Bay
PS Yes, Cynthia, I should have known that : |

That comment was not directed to you - but to this forums No 1 avatar changer - jmet.

[jmet]

hey now! I've done really good.

(My avatar changing days are over. lol )