et3sw Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Hey All! I just ordered a Force 3 180gb today and will have it tomorrow. I know there has been some issues with the 2011 MBP and Firmware but from what i have read it is now working with the latest firmware update. I am not sure what version mine will ship with but if i do need to update the firmware before using it what is the best way to do that? Is there a way to do it from a Win 7 Laptop using a USB Enclosure? Or Do i need a Win 7 Desktop? All you other Mac users out there how are doing it? Thanks for all the input! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellowbeard Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 The updates currently can only be done with an Intel or AMD based SSD controller. As per the instructions, you can't update via USB. A WIN 7 desktop with an AMD or Intel SSD controller in AHCI mode is the best option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
et3sw Posted November 15, 2011 Author Share Posted November 15, 2011 Thank you so much for your reply. Ill have to make sure to do it at work before i come home then Is there any reason you can of think of to not update it right away with out testing it first? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toasted Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 It is best to test the SSD first for problems before updating the firmware. The firmware update is not designed to be destructive but it is only recommended to update the firmware if the SSD is having problems. If there are no problems with the SSD and is performing up to spec then there is no need to update the firmware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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