1. To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
2. Remove all peripheral devices connected to the computer.
3. Download the SOFOPD-00829905-US.EXE file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
4. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the SOFOPD-00829905-US.EXE file to begin the installation.
5. At the "Sony® DW-D56A Firmware Update Utility for Microsoft® Windows® XP" screen, click "Next".
6. At the "License Agreement" dialog, read the agreement, then, if you agree, click "I Agree" to continue with the installation.
7. At the "Warning" dialog box, make sure all conditions are met, then click "OK".
8. At the "Firmware Update Tool ver 1.1 for VAIO" dialog box, make sure the Sony DW-D56A DVD RW drive is selected, then click "Update".
9. At the "Update Confirm" dialog box, click "Update".
   NOTE: Please wait while the DVD-RW drive firmware is flashed.
   WARNING!!: Do not interrupt the update process, as it may damage the drive.
10. At the "Reboot Warning" dialog box, click "Reboot".

After the computer restarts, the Sony® DW-D56A Optical Drive Firmware Update is complete.

This utility updates the firmware for the Sony® DW-D56A DVD±RW optical to version PFS2 and improves the read and write capabilities of the optical drive.

• Before running this update:
  • Ensure the optical drive is empty.
  • Close any Anti-Virus program which may be running.
  • Disable the screen saver.
  • Remove all peripheral devices connected to the computer.
  • Unplug all network cables.
  • Remove any inserted PC card.
  • Disable Stand-by and Hibernation mode while performing the update.
  • Do not turn off the computer while running the update.
  • This update will not work if the user name contains double-byte (Asian) characters. Make sure the user name contains only alphanumeric (letters and numbers) characters.
• During the installation of this file, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
• To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
• It is highly recommended to print out these instructions as a reference during the installation process.