I've updated the firmware on everything I've owned (including my Sampo standalone player). With DVD burners (I'm on my second firmware update, waiting eagerly for the next) it's almost a necessity if you expect good performance and compatability with various 2X, 4X discs. It takes awhile to get the firmware right, a new model is basically using a glorified beta, waiting for complete reports from realworld use so various tweaks and adjustments can be made.Originally posted by MainframeGuy
Anyone reading this thread and buying a DVD drive - I would STRONGLY suggest you never contemplate burning the firmware unless you have the wherewithall and programmer to make a backup of the firmware chip. Chances are you'll reduce your drive to a very expensive paperweight (I know because I've done it!)
So I just wanted to share that knowledge.... *sigh*