Plextor PX 40TS firmware 1.14

The PX-40TS original mechanism was supported with firmware version 1.00. The Top Level Assembly (TLA) was 0000 (Hardware version 00, firmware version 1.00).

This firmware for this mechanism is currently at version 1.05. The utility will upgrade any PX-40TSI with the TLA version 0x0x (hardware version 00 or 01). For example, TLA 0103 indicates hardware level 01, and firmware level 1.03. This mechanism was discontinued in 1999.

The PX-40TS mechanism was modified for cost reduction and parts availability, and resulted in a TLA of 1010 (hardware version 10, firmware version 1.10). The current hardware revision is 11xx. The current firmware for hardware TLA 10xx or 11xx is version 1.13.

About General Firmware:

Applying a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your unit can bring various enhancements, include workarounds for diverse problems encountered by the device, and improve or add newly developed features.

On the other hand, downgrading the firmware version can recover the device's functionality in the event of a software update either turning up faulty or causing the unit's overall performance to drop. However, bear in mind that applying an older firmware isn't recommended and might not always be possible.

When it comes to the update steps, due to the large variety of devices and numerous ways for installing a new firmware, it is recommended that you carefully read and understand the upgrade steps, and consider applying a different firmware only when you have familiarized yourself with the update method.

As the installation process is most of the times quite risky, this step should be taken by users that have the ability to successfully complete the update; regular users may initiate it at their own risk. Moreover, it's best that this task be performed in a steady power environment such as the one ensured by a UPS unit.

Therefore, if you consider applying this release, hit the download button, take into account all the aforementioned aspects, and update the device's firmware. Also make sure you constantly check with our website to ensure that you don't miss a single new release.