About Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.6 ( 4.08MB Download).This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of iMac (Early 2011) computers and is recommended for all users.īoot ROM or SMC Version Information: IM121.0047.1F About iMac EFI Firmware Update 1.9 ( 3.07MB Download).This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of MacBook Air (Mid 2011) computers and is recommended for all users.īoot ROM or SMC Version Information: MBA41.0077.0F About MacBook Air EFI Firmware Update 2.4 ( 4.06MB Download).This update improves the reliability of booting from the network, addresses an issue that can prevent HDCP authentication after a reboot, and resolves an issue with boot device selection when a USB storage device is hot-plugged.īoot ROM or SMC Version Information: MBP81.0047.27 This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of MacBook Pro (Early 2011) and MacBook Pro (Late 2011) computers and is recommended for all users. About MacBook Pro EFI Firmware Update 2.7 ( 4.24MB Download).While that doesn’t affect many users, there is also a fix for other boot-related issues. They also address some network booting issues. All of the updates improve stability and fix unspecified issues. How to find your machine's model ID.Apple released firmware updates on Thursday for 2011 models of MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, and Mac mini. Please ensure your Mac is compatible with this OWC SSD Firmware Updater by verifying your Model ID is listed below. How to perform a firmware update on an OWC Solid State Drive. At this point you can power up your machine and continue typical use.After the update is complete/successful you will be prompted to Shutdown.If your SSD requires an update click the Update button.The utility will automatically identify your drives.Once loaded, review and agree to the Software License Agreement.The utility can take up to 2 minutes to load.The utility will boot to a selection list, where you can choose your machine model ID.Select the USB icon labeled "EFI Boot".Reboot the system while holding down the option key.Please power down and disconnect all external storage devices attached to your system.Plug in the USB drive or insert the disc into the Mac with the installed SSD to be updated.Restore image to 2GB or greater USB Flash drive (formatted Master Boot Record and FAT) or burn image to DVD using Apple Disk Utility.Verify what OWC SSD generation and firmware you are using by following the guidance in the link above.Be sure you have a backup of ALL critical data.Fully compatible with iMacs that have been upgraded through OWC's iMac upgrade service.Fully compatible with machines utilizing OWC Data Doubler. OWC SSD (compatible with all OWC Mercury and Aura models).2GB or greater USB Flash Drive or Blank CD/DVD disc.If your OWC SSD Firmware revision contains xxxABBF0, then 603ABBF0 is the most up-to-date revision, current as of March 30, 2015. If your OWC SSD Firmware revision contains xxxA12F0 or xxxA13F0, then xxx365A12F0 or xxx365A13F0 is the most up-to-date revision, current as of October 20, 2011. Instructions to verify your drive generation and firmware version. While OWC has updated several drives with no data loss, we strongly recommended backing up all data on the SSD before performing this update. Anytime a drive is being updated, upgraded or moved, there is a potential for data loss. Your data must exist in multiple locations to be qualified as having a backup. It is always highly recommended that you backup your data. Please read all instructions below carefully before proceeding for information that may affect your specific computer. The current OWC SSD Firmware updater is available on a pre-configured, ready to boot, 4GB OWC Flash Drive for just $5.99 (Includes OWC Data Doubler connected drives) Note: drive must be connected to native SATA port inside the computer. Select your preferred country / region: Experience local shipping options and optimized product inventory for your region.ĭownload the OWC SSD Firmware *Not including 960GB models.
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