Mk-firmware-pack
After modifying rootfs.squashfs (e.g., using unsquashfs + mksquashfs ), repack:
After flashing, reboot your computer. Open MakeMKV again, and the "LibreDrive Information" section should now show "Status: Enabled". Test the drive by attempting to read a standard Blu-ray or a 4K UHD disc.
The (typically the 20200720 version) is used in conjunction with a flashing tool like the SDFtool Flasher or the GUI Flasher found on the MakeMKV Forums . Step 1: Download & Extract
It is crucial to correctly identify your drive's exact model, manufacturer, and current firmware version using MakeMKV. For example, a "Verbatim" branded drive might actually contain an LG BU40N drive inside. 3. Selecting the Correct Firmware mk-firmware-pack
The most reliable method to flash the firmware is by using the SDFtool Flasher , a user-friendly Windows application available on the MakeMKV forum.
The is a curated collection of modified (or "patched") firmware files designed for specific Blu-ray drives, primarily manufactured by LG/HL-DT-ST. These modified firmwares are designed to work with MakeMKV to activate LibreDrive mode.
Locate the .bin file that matches your specific drive model and revision within the pack. After modifying rootfs
Reverses restrictions implemented in newer official firmware that prevent 4K playback or ripping.
It is based on the latest official firmware but with specific bytes changed to unlock vendor commands.
team, these packs allow users to bypass manufacturer-imposed restrictions that prevent the direct reading and ripping of high-definition discs. Core Purpose and Mechanism The (typically the 20200720 version) is used in
: Beware that drives like the LG BH16NS40 have older versions and newer NS50-platform versions. Flashing an NS50 firmware onto an older legacy drive will permanently damage the hardware.
Inside the extracted mk-firmware-pack , navigate to the folder corresponding to your drive model (e.g., MK/HL-DT-ST/WH16NS40-NS50 ). Flash the Drive: Open SDFTool Flasher. Select your drive in the dropdown menu.
are designed specifically to work with the LibreDrive feature in MakeMKV. DE firmwares are more broadly compatible, designed to also work with other software like AnyDVD.