A quick note: For the ASUS DRW-24D5MT, the available downloads from ASUS might be drivers, utilities, or manuals rather than a separate firmware file. In many cases, if a firmware update is necessary, it may be handled through these drivers or the included software utilities like or Nero BackItUp . Do not be alarmed if you don't see a file clearly labeled "firmware."

Shut down aggressive antivirus programs or disc-burning tools before running the installer. Official ASUS DRW-24D5MT Firmware Download Link

Firmware is the low-level software embedded in the drive’s memory chip. It controls:

(to verify download integrity)

Right-click the extracted executable application ( .exe ) and choose .

This specific firmware addresses UHD buffer underflow errors and improves write quality for Verbatim M-DISCs.

Before updating, verify your drive's current firmware version to see if an update is actually necessary. Method 1: Using Windows Device Manager Press Windows Key + X and select . Expand the DVD/CD-ROM drives category. Right-click ASUS DRW-24D5MT and select Properties . Go to the Details tab. Select Hardware Ids from the Property drop-down menu.