Ultimate UHD Drives Flashing Guide Updated 2023

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Billycar11
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fganter wrote:
Sat Dec 31, 2022 8:20 pm
Yes. I would not have been able to rip 7 of 9 if I didn't, correct? (I'm not being snarky. I'm legitimately asking.)
Some people don't differentiate between bluray and UHD bluray seen it many times they say they rip 4k and they are ripping DVDs sometimes lol. But if all the discs were UHD then yeah you flashed it right.
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Badlou101
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Post by Badlou101 »

Hi,

I just recently got a LG WH14NS40 and was trying to flash in on Arch Linux (kernel 6.1.1). I followed the instructions and then came across this:

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 [REDACTED@archdesktop ~]$ sudo makemkvcon f -d /dev/sr0 -f /tmp/sdf.bin rawflash enc -i /tmp/HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_WH16NS60-1.02-NM00100-211810291936.bin

Drive "/dev/sr0" not found 
any ideas?
Oberon
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Post by Oberon »

Thedeanorama wrote:
Thu Sep 29, 2022 11:06 pm
I'm pulling out what's left of my hair.

I have an LG WP50NB40 NB52 that I'm spinning my tires on. I'm using the SDFtool Flasher v1.3.4 to flash the drive. I've tried flashing HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_BP50NB40-NB50-1.03-NM00800-212005070917.bin from the "All that you need firmware pack" to get to stage one of these steps (mainly because I ran into a roadblock sourcing "BP50NB40-NB50-1.03MK") :
NB52 to > BP50NB40-NB50-1.03MK with enc > BP50NB40-NB50-1.03MK with bootloader/full flash > BP60NB10 1.00_HBD from Marty

The only reason I figure I'm failing is that no matter what I do, and how many times I'm "successful" per SDFtool, BP60NB10 1.00_HBD never takes hold (see link below). For the life of me don't know where I'm going wrong. I'm not new to flashing devices but this is completely evading me.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/tbZiPzKSvKpxTErXA
I'm having the exact same issue with my NB52 using the same procedure. Cannot get it to BP60NB10.
MartyMcNuts
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Post by MartyMcNuts »

Oberon wrote:
Fri Jan 06, 2023 12:27 am
Thedeanorama wrote:
Thu Sep 29, 2022 11:06 pm
I'm pulling out what's left of my hair.

I have an LG WP50NB40 NB52 that I'm spinning my tires on. I'm using the SDFtool Flasher v1.3.4 to flash the drive. I've tried flashing HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_BP50NB40-NB50-1.03-NM00800-212005070917.bin from the "All that you need firmware pack" to get to stage one of these steps (mainly because I ran into a roadblock sourcing "BP50NB40-NB50-1.03MK") :
NB52 to > BP50NB40-NB50-1.03MK with enc > BP50NB40-NB50-1.03MK with bootloader/full flash > BP60NB10 1.00_HBD from Marty

The only reason I figure I'm failing is that no matter what I do, and how many times I'm "successful" per SDFtool, BP60NB10 1.00_HBD never takes hold (see link below). For the life of me don't know where I'm going wrong. I'm not new to flashing devices but this is completely evading me.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/tbZiPzKSvKpxTErXA
I'm having the exact same issue with my NB52 using the same procedure. Cannot get it to BP60NB10.
There is no need for the HBD firmware anymore. To flash the WP50NB40/BP50NB40 SVC:NB52, using the latest SDFtool Flasher, follw the steps below:

1. Flash the drive to either WP50NB40 (NB50) 1.03-MK or BP50NB40 (NB50) 1.03-MK.

Now for the crossflash:

2. Select the RECOVERY option and in the pop up, select the WP50NB40 (NB50) 1.03-MK or BP50NB40 (NB50) 1.03-MK firmware that you just flashed.
3. Select either the BP60NB10 1.00-MK or BU40N 1.00 firmware in the normal drop box. Whichever one you want to use.
4. Click START

The process takes about 30-40 seconds to complete.
Cheers :D
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fosaq
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Post by fosaq »

I found a USB enclosure (purchased with a BU40N) that work with 9.5 mm ultra slim drives and support flashing, especially interesting for people in europe because I was unable to get one in the list.

DeLOCK 42603
https://www.delock.com/produkt/42603/merkmale.html

There are other variants, i.e. with USB-C connector instead of USB-A or that support other drive sizes (12.7 mm). They will probably also work.
LookingIn
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Post by LookingIn »

I am about to flash an LG WH16NS40 that I will receive from Amazon tomorrow.

I did a lot of reading on this forum to "do it right". I know to flash it to 1.02MK WH16NS60 as the recommended option.

But there are 1.03MK, 1.04MK, and 1.05MK firmwares available. Why are they available and should I consider using those at all, or just stick with 1.02MK?

Thanks.
MartyMcNuts
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Post by MartyMcNuts »

LookingIn wrote:
Tue Jan 10, 2023 3:32 am
I am about to flash an LG WH16NS40 that I will receive from Amazon tomorrow.

I did a lot of reading on this forum to "do it right". I know to flash it to 1.02MK WH16NS60 as the recommended option.

But there are 1.03MK, 1.04MK, and 1.05MK firmwares available. Why are they available and should I consider using those at all, or just stick with 1.02MK?

Thanks.
Newer does not mean better, especially with firmware! You have your recommendation but use whatever you want.
Cheers :D
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LookingIn
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Post by LookingIn »

OK, thanks.
SH0D4N
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Post by SH0D4N »

Hi, I am a newbie in ripping, so please excuse the lack of knowledge in model naming.
My PC doesn't have a 5.25" bay. I haven't looked if there are any external enclosures, but I don't ever remember seeing those in past. So USB Bluray drive is the way, huh?
Found a Pioneer BDR XD 07 TS. Is it the recommended one, just different naming?
Any other recommendations for EU region? Silence is the priority for me as I want to keep using my PC while ripping. However if the rip wouldn't take ages, that would be great :D
I am fine going with the 5.25" or something bulky, if I can have it sitting outside of my PC.
Thank you
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SH0D4N wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 10:46 am
Hi, I am a newbie in ripping, so please excuse the lack of knowledge in model naming.
My PC doesn't have a 5.25" bay. I haven't looked if there are any external enclosures, but I don't ever remember seeing those in past. So USB Bluray drive is the way, huh?
Found a Pioneer BDR XD 07 TS. Is it the recommended one, just different naming?
Any other recommendations for EU region? Silence is the priority for me as I want to keep using my PC while ripping. However if the rip wouldn't take ages, that would be great :D
I am fine going with the 5.25" or something bulky, if I can have it sitting outside of my PC.
Thank you
The XD07TB is not a UHD drive. Try the XD07UHD model.

The internal drives can be used with an enclosure (Vantec is recommended) or a SATA/USB powered adapter.
Cheers :D
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SH0D4N
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Post by SH0D4N »

MartyMcNuts wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 7:06 pm
SH0D4N wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 10:46 am
Hi, I am a newbie in ripping, so please excuse the lack of knowledge in model naming.
My PC doesn't have a 5.25" bay. I haven't looked if there are any external enclosures, but I don't ever remember seeing those in past. So USB Bluray drive is the way, huh?
Found a Pioneer BDR XD 07 TS. Is it the recommended one, just different naming?
Any other recommendations for EU region? Silence is the priority for me as I want to keep using my PC while ripping. However if the rip wouldn't take ages, that would be great :D
I am fine going with the 5.25" or something bulky, if I can have it sitting outside of my PC.
Thank you
The XD07TB is not a UHD drive. Try the XD07UHD model.

The internal drives can be used with an enclosure (Vantec is recommended) or a SATA/USB powered adapter.
The XD07UHD is 160 USD here, which I consider a lot for a 4x speed. Not to mention from some unknown online shop.
Are there any differences with the other ones in recommended section terms of noise? I have no idea if a drive can have other benefits besides it's speed and noise. Maybe enclosure compatibility?
Last thing I want is a drive that is scratching like a whole NAS.
Thanks
MartyMcNuts
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Post by MartyMcNuts »

SH0D4N wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 7:18 pm
MartyMcNuts wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 7:06 pm
SH0D4N wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 10:46 am
Hi, I am a newbie in ripping, so please excuse the lack of knowledge in model naming.
My PC doesn't have a 5.25" bay. I haven't looked if there are any external enclosures, but I don't ever remember seeing those in past. So USB Bluray drive is the way, huh?
Found a Pioneer BDR XD 07 TS. Is it the recommended one, just different naming?
Any other recommendations for EU region? Silence is the priority for me as I want to keep using my PC while ripping. However if the rip wouldn't take ages, that would be great :D
I am fine going with the 5.25" or something bulky, if I can have it sitting outside of my PC.
Thank you
The XD07TB is not a UHD drive. Try the XD07UHD model.

The internal drives can be used with an enclosure (Vantec is recommended) or a SATA/USB powered adapter.
The XD07UHD is 160 USD here, which I consider a lot for a 4x speed. Not to mention from some unknown online shop.
Are there any differences with the other ones in recommended section terms of noise? I have no idea if a drive can have other benefits besides it's speed and noise. Maybe enclosure compatibility?
Last thing I want is a drive that is scratching like a whole NAS.
Thanks
You might be better off with a BU40N, which is the fastest slim external drive and not too noisy for the most part. Check out the Archgon or Buffalo UHD models. Even the BP50NB40 can be cross-flashed with BU40N firmware!

All of the recommended internal drives will fit in a Vantec enclosure.
Cheers :D
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SH0D4N
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MartyMcNuts wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 8:15 pm
SH0D4N wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 7:18 pm
MartyMcNuts wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 7:06 pm


The XD07TB is not a UHD drive. Try the XD07UHD model.

The internal drives can be used with an enclosure (Vantec is recommended) or a SATA/USB powered adapter.
The XD07UHD is 160 USD here, which I consider a lot for a 4x speed. Not to mention from some unknown online shop.
Are there any differences with the other ones in recommended section terms of noise? I have no idea if a drive can have other benefits besides it's speed and noise. Maybe enclosure compatibility?
Last thing I want is a drive that is scratching like a whole NAS.
Thanks
You might be better off with a BU40N, which is the fastest slim external drive and not too noisy for the most part. Check out the Archgon or Buffalo UHD models. Even the BP50NB40 can be cross-flashed with BU40N firmware!

All of the recommended internal drives will fit in a Vantec enclosure.
Thank you. The Archgon or Buffalo drives are not available here. Only as an import from other country via Amazon. If they aren't like best bang for the buck, then I would rather pick local used or new with warranty. Going through an international RMA is a nightmare.
However, I found the Hitachi-LG BU40N for 58$ (ASIN: B071CPRK74). Presumably used.
The recommended list says 6x speed about it, but shows same estimate in minutes as 8x drive. Is that a typo?
And Vantec is nowhere to be found, too. How about this Qoltec 51865 for 12$?
Amazon reviews mention noise, clicking and it running hot on the BU40N. Sadly I can't find any videos on it to hear it purr :D
So being new to this, you would pick this drive?
Thanks
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vmax5000
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Post by vmax5000 »

I have 2 WH16NS40 drives that I had been using for months, they suddenly stopped reading UHD disks so I re-flashed them and now they won't read ANY disks. Is there any way to fix them? One of them is a: WH16NS40 manufactured Dec 2018 SVC Code is NS50. It came with Rom ver 1.03.
If not I pretty much gave up on trying to fix it, so if you don't think it's possible it's ok.

I just purchased a replacement drive but I don't want to flash it without some guidance. The drive I just purchased is also a WH16NS40 Manufactured July 2022 SVC Code: NS50 and has ROM Ver: 1.05. Firmware date as per MakeMKV is 2120-05-06 14:40

LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible (with patched firmware)
Drive platform: MT1959
Harware support: Yes
Firmware support: No
Firmware type: Original (patched version available)
Firmware version: 1.05
DVD all regions: Possible (with patched firmware)
BD raw data read: Possible (with patched firmware)
BD raw metadata read: Possible (with patched firmware)
Unrestricted read speed: Possible (with patched firmware)

What flashing program should I use to flash the drive and what firmware should I use?
liamtoh1
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Post by liamtoh1 »

SH0D4N wrote:
Wed Jan 11, 2023 7:18 pm
The XD07UHD is 160 USD here, which I consider a lot for a 4x speed. Not to mention from some unknown online shop. Are there any differences with the other ones in recommended section terms of noise? I have no idea if a drive can have other benefits besides it's speed and noise. Maybe enclosure compatibility?
Last thing I want is a drive that is scratching like a whole NAS.
I do not know where you are located. But in USA you can get the external slim drive BDR-XD08UMB-S from Amazon or Pioneer direct for $140. It also comes with a software if to read/play UHD disks. This drive will allow you to rip/backup your 4K discs using MakeMKV without any firmware patches. It also comes ready to use (USB cables), unlike the XD07UHD where you will need to buy an external enclosure or 5.25" space in your desktop computer.
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