Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

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tfm55x
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Joined: Thu Feb 19, 2026 8:25 pm

Re: Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

Post by tfm55x » Thu Feb 19, 2026 8:32 pm

How can I get a patched firmware build for this drive? I'm finally getting around to ripping all my disc content and have UHDs that I want to ingest. Assuming it's possible to flash the firmware from MacOS/Linux. If not, pls advise.

Drive Information:
OS device name: /dev/rdisk4
Manufacturer: PIONEER
Product: BD-RW BDR-XD05
Revision: 3.01
Serial number: QEDL112057UC
Firmware date: 2014-12-26
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 18

LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS8231
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-XD05
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: 3.01/ID34
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes

No disc inserted

Billycar11
Posts: 5432
Joined: Sun Aug 24, 2014 5:49 am

Re: Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

Post by Billycar11 » Fri Feb 20, 2026 12:01 am

tfm55x wrote:
Thu Feb 19, 2026 8:32 pm
How can I get a patched firmware build for this drive? I'm finally getting around to ripping all my disc content and have UHDs that I want to ingest. Assuming it's possible to flash the firmware from MacOS/Linux. If not, pls advise.

Drive Information:
OS device name: /dev/rdisk4
Manufacturer: PIONEER
Product: BD-RW BDR-XD05
Revision: 3.01
Serial number: QEDL112057UC
Firmware date: 2014-12-26
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 18

LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS8231
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-XD05
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: 3.01/ID34
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes

No disc inserted
sure email me that info and all others email me no need to post your info here just reach out to me directly
see below for email
Buy a drive from the guide and video maker: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 20&t=17831
UHD Drive Guide: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 16&t=19634
Auto flash kit $40 Email Billycar5924@gmail.com No attachments

comadose
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Joined: Sun Sep 21, 2025 2:33 pm

Re: Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

Post by comadose » Fri Feb 20, 2026 9:10 am

For free UHD unlocking, PM me.

jkinsey1776
Posts: 2
Joined: Sat Feb 21, 2026 11:22 pm

Re: Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

Post by jkinsey1776 » Sun Feb 22, 2026 3:36 am

I have the same drive a lot of people have reported and would like to know how to upgrade it to support UHD discs.

Drive Information
OS device name: \Device\CdRom0
Current profile: BD-ROM
Manufacturer: PIONEER
Product: BD-RW BDR-XD05
Revision: 3.01
Serial number:
Firmware date: 2014-12-26
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 56

LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS8231
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-XD05
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: 3.01/ID34
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes

Billycar11
Posts: 5432
Joined: Sun Aug 24, 2014 5:49 am

Re: Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

Post by Billycar11 » Sun Feb 22, 2026 4:24 am

jkinsey1776 wrote:
Sun Feb 22, 2026 3:36 am
I have the same drive a lot of people have reported and would like to know how to upgrade it to support UHD discs.

Drive Information
OS device name: \Device\CdRom0
Current profile: BD-ROM
Manufacturer: PIONEER
Product: BD-RW BDR-XD05
Revision: 3.01
Serial number:
Firmware date: 2014-12-26
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 56

LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS8231
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-XD05
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: 3.01/ID34
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes
sure email me that info and all others email me no need to post your info here just reach out to me directly
see below for email
Buy a drive from the guide and video maker: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 20&t=17831
UHD Drive Guide: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 16&t=19634
Auto flash kit $40 Email Billycar5924@gmail.com No attachments

jkinsey1776
Posts: 2
Joined: Sat Feb 21, 2026 11:22 pm

Re: Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

Post by jkinsey1776 » Sun Feb 22, 2026 2:59 pm

comadose wrote:
Fri Feb 20, 2026 9:10 am
For free UHD unlocking, PM me.
I haven’t been on long enough to PM. Can you PM me?

bmichelmd
Posts: 1
Joined: Sun Feb 22, 2026 10:18 pm

Re: Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

Post by bmichelmd » Sun Feb 22, 2026 10:22 pm

comadose wrote:
Fri Feb 20, 2026 9:10 am
For free UHD unlocking, PM me.
I tried to but my account is still new. I would be VERY appreciative for any help! Thank you!

Billycar11
Posts: 5432
Joined: Sun Aug 24, 2014 5:49 am

Re: Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

Post by Billycar11 » Mon Feb 23, 2026 12:15 am

bmichelmd wrote:
Sun Feb 22, 2026 10:22 pm

I tried to but my account is still new. I would be VERY appreciative for any help! Thank you!
My email is open for an auto flasher see below
Buy a drive from the guide and video maker: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 20&t=17831
UHD Drive Guide: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 16&t=19634
Auto flash kit $40 Email Billycar5924@gmail.com No attachments

comadose
Posts: 38
Joined: Sun Sep 21, 2025 2:33 pm

Re: Do I need to flash my BDR-XD05

Post by comadose » Tue Feb 24, 2026 9:21 am

bmichelmd wrote:
Sun Feb 22, 2026 10:22 pm
comadose wrote:
Fri Feb 20, 2026 9:10 am
For free UHD unlocking, PM me.
I tried to but my account is still new. I would be VERY appreciative for any help! Thank you!
PM sent.

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