Ensure there is no CD or DVD sitting inside the drive tray when you begin the firmware update process. Do not interrupt:
At various points in time, ASUS has removed firmware files for legacy DVD drives from their website, citing "no further development." If the official page yields nothing, proceed to Part 5. asus drw-24d5mt firmware
Improved support for newer brands of blank DVDs and CDs, as well as specialized M-DISC archival media. Ensure there is no CD or DVD sitting
before running any flasher. Applying firmware meant for another model can permanently "brick" (break) the drive. Remove media: asus drw-24d5mt firmware