You may see references to “DRW-24D5MT to LiteOn iHAS124” cross-flash – this is not recommended unless you are an experienced user and have a backup of your original firmware. It can permanently brick the drive.
Please note: Direct links change with ASUS’s CDN. The below represents the typical file pattern. Always verify via the official download center.
⚠️ WARNING: Never download “DRW-24D5MT firmware” from file-hosting sites like
driversfree.com,driverdownloadworld.com, or any site asking for a “driver updater” tool. These often contain malware or incorrect firmware that can brick your drive.
The story takes a frustrating turn here. Unlike SSDs or motherboards, ASUS does not provide direct, searchable support for the DRW-24D5MT on its main download portal. Why? Because the drive is an OEM-only model – it was never sold at retail under its own box. Instead, ASUS expects users to get firmware from their system manufacturer (e.g., ASUS desktops) or through Windows Update as a driver package. asus+drw24d5mt+firmware+link
This led to confusion across tech forums (Reddit, Tom’s Hardware, MyCE). Users would ask: “Where is the official ASUS DRW-24D5MT firmware download link?”
The answer was hidden in plain sight, but required detective work.
A: No. The flasher tool is Windows-only. However, you can flash the drive using a Windows virtual machine with SATA pass-through (e.g., VirtualBox) or bootable Windows PE. Once flashed, the drive works perfectly in Linux/macOS. You may see references to “DRW-24D5MT to LiteOn
Location: ASUS Official Support Page > Drivers & Tools > Optical Drives.
The Widget: A prominent card labeled "Smart Firmware Match" appears at the top of the downloads section.
ASUS does not host firmware directly on their main driver hub for this model. You need to use their global support site: Please note: Direct links change with ASUS’s CDN
If empty: Your drive is likely running the final factory firmware. No news is good news.
Some enthusiast forums (like MyCE or Reddit’s r/musichoarder) discuss cross-flashing the DRW-24D5MT with firmware from the DRW-24B5MT or LG GH24NS drives to enable "RPC1" (region-free DVD playback) or to unlock burning speed limits.
Do not attempt this unless you are an expert. Cross-flashing the wrong firmware will almost certainly cause:
The official ASUS firmware maintains proper calibration data for your drive’s specific laser. Stick with it.