ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
HI!
The usual questions ... I have an ASUS BW-16D1X-U, with the following MakeMKV info:
Drive Information
OS device name: /dev/rdisk22
Current profile: BD-ROM
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: A105
Serial number: KLIM8IJ2503
Firmware date: 2120-12-02 11:14
Bus encryption flags: 1F
Highest AACS version: 81
LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: MT1959
Based on similar info that others have posted, I am guessing that this is an LG drive, and I am guessing that it is flashable with the ASUS-BW-16D1HT-3.10-WM01601-211901041014.bin firmware. I'm using a Mac, so perhaps there is no autoflash kit available, but I should then follow the command-line process as explained in the "Ultimate UHD Drives Flashing Guide Updated 2025"?
The usual questions ... I have an ASUS BW-16D1X-U, with the following MakeMKV info:
Drive Information
OS device name: /dev/rdisk22
Current profile: BD-ROM
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: A105
Serial number: KLIM8IJ2503
Firmware date: 2120-12-02 11:14
Bus encryption flags: 1F
Highest AACS version: 81
LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: MT1959
Based on similar info that others have posted, I am guessing that this is an LG drive, and I am guessing that it is flashable with the ASUS-BW-16D1HT-3.10-WM01601-211901041014.bin firmware. I'm using a Mac, so perhaps there is no autoflash kit available, but I should then follow the command-line process as explained in the "Ultimate UHD Drives Flashing Guide Updated 2025"?
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Yes, follow the guide. You can use the ASUS 3.10MK or, without sleep bug and better performance with 3-layer discs, the LG WH16NS60 1.02MK.
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Sounds good. However, I notice that the "all you need" firmware pack I downloaded (from the "ultimate guide" page) doesn't have something obviously corresponding precisely to "LG WH16NS60 1.02MK", though it does have the sort-of-similar file "HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_WH16NS60-1.02-NM00100-211810291936.bin". Is "HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_WH16NS60-1.02-NM00100-211810291936.bin" indeed appropriate for my drive? I have gotten the sense from reading through other forum posts that there may be multiple firmware packs. Should I instead look for a different firmware pack with a different .bin file? (And, if so, where should I look for it?)
Also, I notice that the "ultimate guide" instructions state "the latest working version is 1.17.7 of makemkv for flashing do not use an newer version for flashing until further notice on linux". I'm not on Linux; I'm on a Mac; but should I try to first downgrade to makemkv 1.17.7 first anyway? I'm not sure if "on linux" is intended to really be a Linux-specific warning or in fact generic for all command-line flashing? Perhaps backing up to 1.17.7 would be safest in any case ...?
Also, I notice that the "ultimate guide" instructions state "the latest working version is 1.17.7 of makemkv for flashing do not use an newer version for flashing until further notice on linux". I'm not on Linux; I'm on a Mac; but should I try to first downgrade to makemkv 1.17.7 first anyway? I'm not sure if "on linux" is intended to really be a Linux-specific warning or in fact generic for all command-line flashing? Perhaps backing up to 1.17.7 would be safest in any case ...?
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Actually, I went ahead and tried downgrading to makemkv 1.17.7, but (after getting through all the macOS security shenanigans) when I tried to launch it, I simply got the message "Fatal error occurred, program will now exit."carlsefni wrote: ↑Wed Sep 24, 2025 1:35 pmAlso, I notice that the "ultimate guide" instructions state "the latest working version is 1.17.7 of makemkv for flashing do not use an newer version for flashing until further notice on linux". I'm not on Linux; I'm on a Mac; but should I try to first downgrade to makemkv 1.17.7 first anyway? I'm not sure if "on linux" is intended to really be a Linux-specific warning or in fact generic for all command-line flashing? Perhaps backing up to 1.17.7 would be safest in any case ...?

Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
1) This is the right firmware.carlsefni wrote: ↑Wed Sep 24, 2025 1:35 pmSounds good. However, I notice that the "all you need" firmware pack I downloaded (from the "ultimate guide" page) doesn't have something obviously corresponding precisely to "LG WH16NS60 1.02MK", though it does have the sort-of-similar file "HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_WH16NS60-1.02-NM00100-211810291936.bin". Is "HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_WH16NS60-1.02-NM00100-211810291936.bin" indeed appropriate for my drive? I have gotten the sense from reading through other forum posts that there may be multiple firmware packs. Should I instead look for a different firmware pack with a different .bin file? (And, if so, where should I look for it?)
Also, I notice that the "ultimate guide" instructions state "the latest working version is 1.17.7 of makemkv for flashing do not use an newer version for flashing until further notice on linux". I'm not on Linux; I'm on a Mac; but should I try to first downgrade to makemkv 1.17.7 first anyway? I'm not sure if "on linux" is intended to really be a Linux-specific warning or in fact generic for all command-line flashing? Perhaps backing up to 1.17.7 would be safest in any case ...?
2) Issue applies to Linux only, not Mac
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Excellent -- thanks for the replies. I'll give it a go ....Coopervid wrote: ↑Wed Sep 24, 2025 2:21 pm1) This is the right firmware.carlsefni wrote: ↑Wed Sep 24, 2025 1:35 pmIs "HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_WH16NS60-1.02-NM00100-211810291936.bin" indeed appropriate for my drive? [...]
[T]he "ultimate guide" instructions state "the latest working version is 1.17.7 of makemkv for flashing do not use an newer version for flashing until further notice on linux" .... I'm not sure if "on linux" is intended to really be a Linux-specific warning or in fact generic for all command-line flashing?
2) Issue applies to Linux only, not Mac
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Hmm, although the command-line flashing process seems to have concluded successfully (according ot the output), makemkv still seems unable to load a 4K UHD disc when inserted into the drive, and the drive information itself seems unchanged.
Here's the result of the command-line flashing process:
But here's the makemkv drive info, which seems exactly as before the flashing process:
Drive Information
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: A105
Serial number:
Firmware date: 2120-12-02 11:14
Bus encryption flags: 1F
Highest AACS version: 81
LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: MT1959
And, as noted, 4K UHD disk on not read, but just ejected, upon insertion (though at least plain old Blu-ray discs are still read).
Any ideas about what may have gone wrong or what I may have missed?
Here's the result of the command-line flashing process:
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Reading input file /tmp/HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_WH16NS60-1.02-NM00100-211810291936.bin
Flashing flags = 0x0 : 0 0 0 0 : ---- ---- ---- ----
Current Drive ID: ASUS_BW-16D1X-U_A105_212012021114_KLIM8IJ2503
Ready to write drive flash memory.
Type "yes" to continue, "no" to abort
yes
Operation started: Sending flash image to drive
100% Operation finished
Operation started: Programming flash
100% Operation finished
Done successfully
Drive Information
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: A105
Serial number:
Firmware date: 2120-12-02 11:14
Bus encryption flags: 1F
Highest AACS version: 81
LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: MT1959
And, as noted, 4K UHD disk on not read, but just ejected, upon insertion (though at least plain old Blu-ray discs are still read).
Any ideas about what may have gone wrong or what I may have missed?
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Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
You didn't provide the command line used but I assume you are missing 'enc'carlsefni wrote: ↑Wed Sep 24, 2025 3:53 pmHmm, although the command-line flashing process seems to have concluded successfully (according ot the output), makemkv still seems unable to load a 4K UHD disc when inserted into the drive, and the drive information itself seems unchanged.
Here's the result of the command-line flashing process:But here's the makemkv drive info, which seems exactly as before the flashing process:Code: Select all
Reading input file /tmp/HL-DT-ST-BD-RE_WH16NS60-1.02-NM00100-211810291936.bin Flashing flags = 0x0 : 0 0 0 0 : ---- ---- ---- ---- Current Drive ID: ASUS_BW-16D1X-U_A105_212012021114_KLIM8IJ2503 Ready to write drive flash memory. Type "yes" to continue, "no" to abort yes Operation started: Sending flash image to drive 100% Operation finished Operation started: Programming flash 100% Operation finished Done successfully
Drive Information
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: A105
Serial number:
Firmware date: 2120-12-02 11:14
Bus encryption flags: 1F
Highest AACS version: 81
LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: MT1959
And, as noted, 4K UHD disk on not read, but just ejected, upon insertion (though at least plain old Blu-ray discs are still read).
Any ideas about what may have gone wrong or what I may have missed?
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Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Ah, you assume correctly.MartyMcNuts wrote: ↑Wed Sep 24, 2025 9:59 pmYou didn't provide the command line used but I assume you are missing 'enc'

Brilliant. Thanks for the help!

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Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Whats up fellas new to all this.
Looking to pick this up and rip my UHD collection. Is it a good option in terms of speed and ability to read discs with different amounts of layers?
Cheers
Looking to pick this up and rip my UHD collection. Is it a good option in terms of speed and ability to read discs with different amounts of layers?
Cheers
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Hey Billy I sent an email to ya, but could I get the FW files as well?Billycar11 wrote: ↑Sun Aug 10, 2025 3:40 amniddrym wrote: ↑Sun Aug 10, 2025 12:56 amHi,
I have the following drive, is it flashable via another method since its not an MT1959?
Drive Information
OS device name:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: E111
Serial number: ...
Firmware date: 2017-12-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 77
LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS8601
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-209
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: E111/ID76
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: YesMutato wrote: ↑Sun Jun 01, 2025 12:42 pmHi, I bought an ASUS BW-16D1H-U PRO, how can I flash it to UHD drive?
Previously I flashed my LG BH16NS40 (NS50) using cmd commands but this drive has problems with reading 3 layer discs. Sometimes it reads them sometimes throws errors "L-EC UNCORRECTABLE ERROR" and sometimes it doesn't work at all (making a strange sound).
Drive Information
OS device name: E:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1H-U
Revision: E116
Serial number:
Firmware date: 2020-07-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 78
LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS8F00
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-212T
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: E116/ID71
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes
No disc inserted
Thanks for your help
yes just email me that info see below for email i have an auto flasher for you
Drive Information
OS device name: D:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: E113
Serial number: DIDL125184WL
Firmware date: 2020-07-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 82
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
You omitted to post the most important part "Drive platform". If it's MT1959 you have an LG and you can flash it yourself.xflipx wrote: ↑Sat Oct 11, 2025 3:12 amHey Billy I sent an email to ya, but could I get the FW files as well?Billycar11 wrote: ↑Sun Aug 10, 2025 3:40 amniddrym wrote: ↑Sun Aug 10, 2025 12:56 amHi,
I have the following drive, is it flashable via another method since its not an MT1959?
Drive Information
OS device name:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: E111
Serial number: ...
Firmware date: 2017-12-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 77
LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS8601
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-209
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: E111/ID76
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: YesMutato wrote: ↑Sun Jun 01, 2025 12:42 pmHi, I bought an ASUS BW-16D1H-U PRO, how can I flash it to UHD drive?
Previously I flashed my LG BH16NS40 (NS50) using cmd commands but this drive has problems with reading 3 layer discs. Sometimes it reads them sometimes throws errors "L-EC UNCORRECTABLE ERROR" and sometimes it doesn't work at all (making a strange sound).
Drive Information
OS device name: E:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1H-U
Revision: E116
Serial number:
Firmware date: 2020-07-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 78
LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS8F00
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-212T
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: E116/ID71
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes
No disc inserted
Thanks for your help
yes just email me that info see below for email i have an auto flasher for you
Drive Information
OS device name: D:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: E113
Serial number: DIDL125184WL
Firmware date: 2020-07-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 82
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
Just picked up one of these with the info below. Can I please get instructions for flashing? Thank you!
Drive Information
OS device name: E:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: E113
Serial number: DIDL127360WL
Firmware date: 2020-07-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 77
LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: Pioneer RS8F00
Firmware version: ID76
No disc inserted
Drive Information
OS device name: E:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: E113
Serial number: DIDL127360WL
Firmware date: 2020-07-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 77
LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: Pioneer RS8F00
Firmware version: ID76
No disc inserted
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
PM is coming.OB11BO wrote: ↑Fri Oct 17, 2025 3:57 pmJust picked up one of these with the info below. Can I please get instructions for flashing? Thank you!
Drive Information
OS device name: E:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: E113
Serial number: DIDL127360WL
Firmware date: 2020-07-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 77
LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: Pioneer RS8F00
Firmware version: ID76
No disc inserted
Re: ASUS BW-16D1X-U - Flashable?
ThanksCoopervid wrote: ↑Fri Oct 17, 2025 4:34 pmPM is coming.OB11BO wrote: ↑Fri Oct 17, 2025 3:57 pmJust picked up one of these with the info below. Can I please get instructions for flashing? Thank you!
Drive Information
OS device name: E:
Manufacturer: ASUS
Product: BW-16D1X-U
Revision: E113
Serial number: DIDL127360WL
Firmware date: 2020-07-21
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 77
LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: Pioneer RS8F00
Firmware version: ID76
No disc inserted