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        GCR-8526B Version 1.01 Firmware Update

To update the firmware of the GCR-8526B please refer to the following instructions:

Note: Not following the subsequent update instructions explicitly will result in 
permanent damage to your drive, for which LG will not be responsible.

This firmware update is for drives with original firmware versions below 1.00.
The drives must be original LG branded drives with model number GCR-8526B(no OEM units). 

If you have an OEM unit, branded with another manufacturers name, 
please contact that manufacturer for support and firmware updates.

This firmware update is for use only on PCs with Windows XP, Windows 2000, 
Windows Millennium Edition(ME), or Windows 98.

    Critical Instructions:(to be followed carefully)

1. Connect the drive asmasterby it self, on the secondary IDE controller 
   with no other device on the same IDE cable, making note to set the jumper 
   on the back of the drive to the master position.

2. Download the file GCR-8526B101(XP)EW.ZIP to a folder of your choice. 
   This download includes thisRead metext file as well as the GCR-8526B.EXE
   and GCR8526B102.bin, which will auto-update your drives firmware.

3. Close all other programs including: screen saver, antivirus and/or power-down programs. 
   (If these programs are not closed, they will try to engage the PC, during the update process, 
   thus interrupting the update and damaging the drive).

4. Check the drive to ensure that there is no disk in the tray 
   before you start the update procedure.

5. Go into the folder with the update file and double click the 'GCR-8526B.EXE' program.

6. 'Firmware Downloader' program will be displayed. 
   And check model name as GCR-8526B at 'Target Drive'
   : You can see the drive and Device Revision.

   If not GCR-8526B, you have to change CD-ROM Drive as GCR-8526B
   by use of clicking in 'Target Drive'

7. And click 'Browser' tab and you'll see the firmware;GCR8526B101.bin

8. And you can click the 'Upgrade' button
   Firmware upgrade will be started automatically.
   
   When the UPGRADE is complete the screen should indicate FIRMWARE UPDATE SUCCESSFUL. 
   And then Re-boot your PC.  

 The update will be complete, after you reboot your system.
 
 WARNING: Do not open any programs or start any system functions during the update, 
          as they will interfere with data transfer and damage the drive. 
          Do not cancel the operation once it has been started or the drive will 
          become permanently damaged, as a result.