Post by: Toddler on October 14, 2007, 06:09:00 PM
There's also word that C4Eva is planning to begin beta testing the BenQ iXtreme next weekend.
Keep your fingers crossed!
Post by: XHDD on October 14, 2007, 06:11:00 PM
Post by: Bahnzo on October 14, 2007, 06:49:00 PM
Post by: caster420 on October 14, 2007, 07:01:00 PM
I too hope that this is the case but no need to get people worked up just yet.
Caster.
Post by: Lush on October 14, 2007, 07:32:00 PM
Post by: Iriez on October 14, 2007, 08:30:00 PM
This post has been edited by Iriez: Oct 15 2007, 05:31 AM
Post by: Toddler on October 14, 2007, 11:02:00 PM
I was wrong about the version of DOSFlash, it's 1.3 private beta.
Post by: Bahnzo on October 14, 2007, 11:07:00 PM
Post by: vacuuum on October 15, 2007, 01:03:00 AM
Post by: Nojustice on October 15, 2007, 02:43:00 AM
QUOTE(Iriez @ Oct 15 2007, 03:30 AM) 
Redline has confirmed to me that there is a partially working beta. I will know more info soon as to reliability.
Of what ?? iExtreme or the new DosFlash that allows flashing without mod ?
Post by: caster420 on October 15, 2007, 09:46:00 AM
QUOTE(Nojustice @ Oct 15 2007, 04:43 AM)
Of what ?? iExtreme or the new DosFlash that allows flashing without mod ?
dosflash (unconfirmed) - there is no iXtreme benq beta yet.
Caster.
Post by: Lush on October 15, 2007, 04:44:00 PM
100% software-based flashing of BenQ confirmed!
Post by: Ranger72 on October 15, 2007, 04:52:00 PM
QUOTE(Lush @ Oct 15 2007, 11:44 PM)
Topic in #FW
100% software-based flashing of BenQ confirmed!
That would be great. Hope it comes out same time a hacked firmware is released.
Actually the cutting and switch install has become so easy I have gotten it down to only taking about 5 minutes to solder, extract, and bridge the traces on the benq.
Post by: vacuuum on October 15, 2007, 06:02:00 PM
My BenQ is loud for some reason >.<
Would be happy to see that thing gone...
Post by: caster420 on October 15, 2007, 06:34:00 PM
Special thanks to Schtrom and jumba for the excellent work!!!
I would expect to see the new dosflash version included with the BenQ firmware when it is released.
Amazing!
Caster.
Post by: Bahnzo on October 15, 2007, 06:53:00 PM
Any details on how it will be read/flashed? It's completely software also, absolutely no soldering?
This is big news for those of us with the Benq's, good work Schtrom!
Also, any chance it might be out sooner? I've got a samsung sitting here I'd love to use in the meantime.
This post has been edited by Bahnzo: Oct 16 2007, 01:54 AM
Post by: caster420 on October 15, 2007, 07:10:00 PM
QUOTE(Bahnzo @ Oct 15 2007, 08:53 PM)
Wow! I've got a woody!
Any details on how it will be read/flashed? It's completely software also, absolutely no soldering?
Also, any chance it might be out sooner? I've got a samsung sitting here I'd love to use in the meantime.
Any details on how it will be read/flashed? It's completely software also, absolutely no soldering?
Also, any chance it might be out sooner? I've got a samsung sitting here I'd love to use in the meantime.
It is read using the same method outlined, just no switch or soldering.
I'm not sure when schtrom will release this new version. I'd imagine its still being tested to ensure it works 100%.
Caster.
Post by: myfranco on October 15, 2007, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: Toddler on October 15, 2007, 08:39:00 PM
QUOTE(caster420 @ Oct 15 2007, 07:34 PM)
Yes, it is confirmed.
Special thanks to Schtrom and jumba for the excellent work!!!
I would expect to see the new dosflash version included with the BenQ firmware when it is released.
Amazing!
Caster.
Post by: aubrey_76 on October 15, 2007, 09:32:00 PM
QUOTE(Toddler @ Oct 15 2007, 10:39 PM)
Don't push it dude, Castor is Firmware Toolbox. He was simply saying dont start a witch hunt when there hasnt been a confimation of one.
Post by: vacuuum on October 15, 2007, 11:56:00 PM
QUOTE(caster420 @ Oct 15 2007, 05:34 PM)
Yes, it is confirmed.
Special thanks to Schtrom and jumba for the excellent work!!!
I would expect to see the new dosflash version included with the BenQ firmware when it is released.
Amazing!
Caster.
great news... now I'm all excited for this to hit the scene (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif)
Thanks to Schtrom and jumba... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)
Post by: Toddler on October 16, 2007, 09:05:00 AM
QUOTE(aubrey_76 @ Oct 15 2007, 10:32 PM)
Don't push it dude, Castor is Firmware Toolbox. He was simply saying dont start a witch hunt when there hasnt been a confimation of one.
I know who Castor is. I wouldn't have posted if my source wasn't reliable. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
Post by: caster420 on October 16, 2007, 09:08:00 AM
QUOTE(Toddler @ Oct 16 2007, 11:05 AM)
I know who Castor is. I wouldn't have posted if my source wasn't reliable. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
You dont have a source - you read the same post everyone else did.
What this the same source who told you that c4e had finished the iXtreme BenQ firmware but was holding it? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)
Caster.
This post has been edited by caster420: Oct 16 2007, 04:12 PM
Post by: Carlitosbaby on October 16, 2007, 09:27:00 AM
QUOTE(caster420 @ Oct 16 2007, 11:08 AM)
You dont have a source - you read the same post everyone else did.
What this the same source who told you that c4e had finished the iXtreme BenQ firmware but was holding it? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif)
Caster.
Can you say ownage (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) heehhehe
Post by: caster420 on October 16, 2007, 09:31:00 AM
Either way, that is supposed to say 'Was' above, and i wanted to add this...
Unlike you, i verify claims. When you posted what you did, i responded as such. I then contacted Schtrom and when he responded, i posted what i knew above. I dont care about reneging on previous posts but rather that the correct information gets out to the general user. It is much easier to wait a day or two for the correct information then spend 2 months responding to posts where people believe that a method is available, when infact it really isnt.
So, that being said, if you think the above was an apology, you're sadly misguided.
Caster.
This post has been edited by caster420: Oct 16 2007, 04:32 PM
Post by: VanydotK on October 16, 2007, 10:16:00 AM
Post by: Toddler on October 16, 2007, 10:35:00 AM
Caster, it takes a big man to say, "I'm not sorry." Renegal of apology accepted.
Besides, I'm just having fun here. Don't take this shit so seriously.
This post has been edited by Toddler: Oct 16 2007, 05:49 PM
Post by: VanydotK on October 16, 2007, 11:00:00 AM
* Topic is '100% software-based flashing of BenQ confirmed! (YES, that means no cutting/soldering/switches/etc.) | iXtreme BenQ internal beta testing begins this weekend'
Post by: caster420 on October 16, 2007, 01:17:00 PM
QUOTE(Toddler @ Oct 16 2007, 12:35 PM)
Besides, I'm just having fun here. Don't take this shit so seriously.
I am too or i wouldnt be here. This is my hobby, not my day job. I do like posting things that I know for certain are accurate.
Yes, internal beta testing should start this weekend. Last i heard from c4e, he was working hard to get it finished so that it could start this weekend. I hope all goes well this week for him because i'm anxiously awaiting the fw. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
Caster.
Post by: ajadedego on October 16, 2007, 01:30:00 PM
Post by: Toddler on October 16, 2007, 01:43:00 PM
QUOTE(ajadedego @ Oct 16 2007, 02:30 PM)
GREAT expect for i got rid of my freakin benq lol. I was having issues with it not reading, i think i didnt cut deep enough or something, got pissed returned it and got a hitatchi so key switched with my old sammy. I WOULD OF WAITED LOL
You returned it after you cut it up? Just curious, who took that back?
Post by: ajadedego on October 16, 2007, 01:53:00 PM
QUOTE(Toddler @ Oct 16 2007, 08:43 PM)
You returned it after you cut it up? Just curious, who took that back?
Costco!!! Used to work there, 100% guarenteed satisfaction, return ANYTHING IN ANY CONDITION, they will give u a full refund online or store bought, just have the recipt.
Also my friend did it at walmart a month ago, they dont check the sticker.
But at costco you could smash it into peices and as long as your a member they will give u a full LIFETIME refund, dispite what the manfacture warrenty is. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) COMPLETLEY LIGIT!!!
Side note, I kept getting no apti devices found when i was reading it, what would of been the cause of that???
Post by: VanydotK on October 16, 2007, 02:02:00 PM
QUOTE(ajadedego @ Oct 16 2007, 08:53 PM)
Costco!!! Used to work there, 100% guarenteed satisfaction, return ANYTHING IN ANY CONDITION, they will give u a full refund online or store bought, just have the recipt.
Also my friend did it at walmart a month ago, they dont check the sticker.
But at costco you could smash it into peices and as long as your a member they will give u a full LIFETIME refund, dispite what the manfacture warrenty is. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) COMPLETLEY LIGIT!!!
Side note, I kept getting no apti devices found when i was reading it, what would of been the cause of that???
it's true, costco has a great return policy, you can take back a computer after 6 months and just say "I don't want it anymore" and they'll take it back and as ajadedego said, it's 100% legit, they have a great return policy, I love costco.
Post by: ajadedego on October 16, 2007, 02:05:00 PM
QUOTE(VanydotK @ Oct 16 2007, 09:02 PM)
it's true, costco has a great return policy, you can take back a computer after 6 months and just say "I don't want it anymore" and they'll take it back and as ajadedego said, it's 100% legit, they have a great return policy, I love costco.
not to go off topice and i swear this is the last costco post lol, but yea anything. Once when i worked there a few summers ago, a woman got a 61in plasma, it fell out of her van while driving a way, and the RETURNED IT LOL it was awsome, 2gs GONE from their inventory lol
Post by: J_star on October 16, 2007, 02:52:00 PM
Hopefully it will go all well this weekend (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)(IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) im Happy
Post by: HaZe303 on October 16, 2007, 04:01:00 PM
QUOTE(J_star @ Oct 16 2007, 10:52 PM)
Ow this is amazing, i have a benQ drive and i cant solder for SH*T.
Hopefully it will go all well this weekend (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)(IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) im Happy
Same here! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Hopefully we can see things happening soon. I have 3 xbox360´s and 2 have BenQ drives, and one is a launch machine which is fixed with the RBJTech X-Clamp mod and has Ixtreme, but I dont trust it to live for so long anymore so hopefully I can get to mod 1 of my 2 new 360´s. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
Post by: vacuuum on October 16, 2007, 10:47:00 PM
Though I'd like to get the dosflash first, since I'd rather get rid of my BenQ
I have an extra MS-25 and I've had little problems with sammys
... cant wait (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bdaybiggrin.gif)
Post by: newfie4ever on October 17, 2007, 07:03:00 AM
Post by: 360slapper on October 17, 2007, 08:41:00 AM
so do you need to get rid of it? or can you read the fw and rewrite it to the same drive, or do i have to get a hitachi or sam to write the new fw to? thx!
Post by: namgorf on October 17, 2007, 08:56:00 AM
QUOTE(360slapper @ Oct 17 2007, 03:41 PM)
Just a quick question for someone, everyone keeps saying "great can get rid of my benq drive".
so do you need to get rid of it? or can you read the fw and rewrite it to the same drive, or do i have to get a hitachi or sam to write the new fw to? thx!
there's no hacked firmware for the benq, so the only route now is to dump the benq firmware, extract the key, and patch it into a samsung drive.
Post by: joe90 on October 17, 2007, 09:01:00 AM
QUOTE(namgorf @ Oct 17 2007, 03:56 PM)
there's no hacked firmware for the benq, so the only route now is to dump the benq firmware, extract the key, and patch it into a samsung drive.
i think you missed the post.. the beta of the benq FW is going into testing this weekend (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) so no need to dump the drive anymore, in a couple of weeks you can just flash.
Post by: Alan M on October 17, 2007, 09:27:00 AM
Post by: namgorf on October 17, 2007, 09:54:00 AM
QUOTE(joe90 @ Oct 17 2007, 04:01 PM)
i think you missed the post.. the beta of the benq FW is going into testing this weekend (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) so no need to dump the drive anymore, in a couple of weeks you can just flash.
what are you talking about? You'll still have to dump the firmware from the benq, extract the key, then either use the firmware tool box or hex edit it into a new firmware.
As of now there is no benq ixtreme. This new firmware might not be out for weeks, so don't hold your breath.
The only working solution now, as in today, is to dump the benq firmware and extract they key, then patch it into a samsung drive, which then must be spoofed to report as a benq.
Now, if this new dosflash can dump and read the drives without soldering, great. Thing is, the soldering isn't that big of a deal. Although, I'm sure it will be welcome for those who refuse to touch a soldering iron.
Post by: Toddler on October 17, 2007, 10:17:00 AM
QUOTE(joe90 @ Oct 17 2007, 10:01 AM)
no need to dump the drive anymore, in a couple of weeks you can just flash.
I assume he meant to say, "no need to replace the drive anymore...."
Post by: 360slapper on October 17, 2007, 10:34:00 AM
Post by: caster420 on October 17, 2007, 10:56:00 AM
QUOTE(360slapper @ Oct 17 2007, 12:34 PM)
good stuff thx, just wanted to make sure if the fw was still going to require a new drive then i'd have to order it so its ready to go. but *hopefully soon (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) * the ability to write to the same drive is good news! thx for the info
No, you will flash your benq drive with iXtreme fw when it is available.
Caster.
Post by: HotKnife420 on October 17, 2007, 12:34:00 PM
QUOTE(namgorf @ Oct 17 2007, 04:54 PM)
what are you talking about? You'll still have to dump the firmware from the benq, extract the key, then either use the firmware tool box or hex edit it into a new firmware.
As of now there is no benq ixtreme. This new firmware might not be out for weeks, so don't hold your breath.
The only working solution now, as in today, is to dump the benq firmware and extract they key, then patch it into a samsung drive, which then must be spoofed to report as a benq.
Now, if this new dosflash can dump and read the drives without soldering, great. Thing is, the soldering isn't that big of a deal. Although, I'm sure it will be welcome for those who refuse to touch a soldering iron.
If I recall correctly, c4e said it'll be out after the fall update, and possibly before the end of october (provided the fall update is before then), which would also explain why the beta starts this weekend (since it'd technically be ready before testing w/ new kernel). I also believe you can currently spoof a hitachi as a benq as well.
I'd like to remind everyone talking about switching drives so much, that your originals will work just fine on your benqs, and since the hacked fw is around the corner, just wait a couple weeks before you resume using your backups.
Post by: vacuuum on October 17, 2007, 01:52:00 PM
QUOTE(HotKnife420 @ Oct 17 2007, 11:34 AM)
I'd like to remind everyone talking about switching drives so much, that your originals will work just fine on your benqs, and since the hacked fw is around the corner, just wait a couple weeks before you resume using your backups.
I would stick with my BenQ if it wasn't so freaking loud.
I play NFS:MW and it makes a loud humming noise.
Anyway, I heard that some BenQs are actually better than the other 2 drives in terms of read speed and noise.
If this was the case on mine... then I'd definitely wait for the iXtreme for it.
But, as for my system... this BenQ has to go (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mad.gif)
Post by: caster420 on October 18, 2007, 01:27:00 AM
Caster.
Post by: just4747 on October 18, 2007, 01:34:00 AM
Post by: joe90 on October 18, 2007, 01:36:00 AM
QUOTE(namgorf @ Oct 17 2007, 04:54 PM)
what are you talking about? You'll still have to dump the firmware from the benq, extract the key, then either use the firmware tool box or hex edit it into a new firmware.
As of now there is no benq ixtreme. This new firmware might not be out for weeks, so don't hold your breath.
The only working solution now, as in today, is to dump the benq firmware and extract they key, then patch it into a samsung drive, which then must be spoofed to report as a benq.
Now, if this new dosflash can dump and read the drives without soldering, great. Thing is, the soldering isn't that big of a deal. Although, I'm sure it will be welcome for those who refuse to touch a soldering iron.
see topic in #fw: that they are putting benq fw into testing this weekend, so expect it in a couple of weeks, and this beta fw has been confirmed as real.
So you can (if testing goes ok) expect the fw for benq in a couple of weeks max i guess.
so the fw for benq 100% software flash (nvidia chipsets only at the mo) will prob be out in a couple of weeks.
This post has been edited by joe90: Oct 18 2007, 08:38 AM
Post by: caster420 on October 18, 2007, 01:42:00 AM
QUOTE(just4747 @ Oct 18 2007, 03:34 AM)
can you elaborate more on that? are those easy and cheap to come by like the VIA ones? How come the different cheap cards with the VIA chipset on them don't work like they do for the other drives? Is there a possibility that VIA ones will be able to be used to read the BenQs eventually while testing? Thanks, any more info please let us know, release dates, testing info, etc...
Release dates are still what are still the same as have been stated for a while, after the fall update, AFAIK.
I personally havent looked for a nforce chipset yet, so i have no idea how readily available they are or if they even come on pci cards. Basically, all other chipsets that have been tried fail to unlock the flash for reading/writing.
Caster.
This post has been edited by caster420: Oct 18 2007, 08:47 AM
Post by: vacuuum on October 18, 2007, 02:13:00 AM
ain't that bad with soldering... was just hoping for a quicker, easier fix.
If this will require a new hardware, guess I'll be better off modding it the old fashioned way.
anyway, hope to see more development on this.
Anyone have a detailed tut on modding the BenQ drives?
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)
Post by: yorobbo on October 18, 2007, 02:40:00 AM
QUOTE(caster420 @ Oct 18 2007, 08:27 AM)
Just fyi - as far as testing has gone, only Nforce chipsets are working at the current time with the software only method.
Caster.
woohoo, i just happen to have the Nforce chipset
Post by: cypher21 on October 18, 2007, 03:04:00 AM
QUOTE(yorobbo @ Oct 18 2007, 10:40 AM)
woohoo, i just happen to have the Nforce chipset
hold your horses!
This is the status for NOW. All is still in dev, so hopefully when the firmware is released, there will be support for more sata-chipsets (hopefully via 6421 since there are a lot of ppl who have that already)
Post by: Nojustice on October 18, 2007, 04:25:00 AM
isnt that a gfx card.. LOL sorry for the numb question...
I have lots of dell SATA machines here, do they use NVIDIA ?
I dont understand (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)
Post by: J_star on October 18, 2007, 07:39:00 AM
I have on on mine DFI Lanparty Ultra-D. Many motherboard have them to controlle the Sata ports and network ports, and many other stuff.
I don't know if Dell uses them but i think not.
On the picture it sits under the fan with DFI on it.
http://us.dfi.com.tw/Upload/Product_Pictur...F4%20SLI-D1.jpg
This post has been edited by J_star: Oct 18 2007, 02:50 PM
Post by: piggymouth on October 18, 2007, 08:27:00 AM
QUOTE(caster420 @ Oct 18 2007, 03:27 AM)
Just fyi - as far as testing has gone, only Nforce chipsets are working at the current time with the software only method.
Caster.
This is what I was waiting to hear. Since you can't do anything if you can't talk to the drive in the first place.
I have a VIA card on hand and I'm running a Nforce4 Chipset on my home computer.
I will see if I can play the xbox lottery and get a Elite with a BenQ Drive. If I get a Hitachi..I'm returning it.
QUOTE(Nojustice @ Oct 18 2007, 06:25 AM)
I have lots of dell SATA machines here, do they use NVIDIA ?
I believe Dell uses a Intel Chipset.
Post by: Ranger72 on October 18, 2007, 09:03:00 AM
Post by: jah_warrior28 on October 18, 2007, 09:25:00 AM
Can anyone recommend a mobo that is expected to work with benq solderless flashing? Also, all my HDs and dvd drives are IDE, so I need on with that type of connectors. I'm not looking to game or anything too intense with this computer.
I was looking at http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16813138077 it is nvidia, but only has 1 ide connection, is that enough for 2 cd/dvd drives and 2 hard drives? (don't ide cables have 2 connectors?)
I already have this pci card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16815124022 will that work for the solderless mod? It will give me extra IDE connections.
Sorry for the newbie (and semi off topic) questions, I just want to get all my facts straight before buying anything. I know everything is very speculative right now, but any advice in the right direction is greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Post by: jah_warrior28 on October 22, 2007, 10:10:00 PM
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16813186104
It says "North Bridge NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP" so i'm assuming it will? thanks for any help, i'm just a little confused/new to the scene.
Post by: vacuuum on October 28, 2007, 12:19:00 PM
I personally tried it but didn't go quite well.
Did the Dosflash32 but didn't have any luck.
I'm thinking my via card nor my motherboard sata are not supported.
Anyway, any help would be great.
I'll be looking into my components, and confirm that they are/aren't supported.
Post by: catatronix on October 30, 2007, 10:09:00 AM
QUOTE(CGLUE @ Oct 21 2007, 12:56 PM)
yes i can confirm 1.3 is up on xbins and i tested dosflash 1.3 and can confirm via 6421a dumping for me
I have the save card, but windows keep on freezing using dosflash32 1.3 ....I tried two different PC intel and AMD....
am now going to try using dosflash16 1.3 in dos and see how that works out...any idea would help me out *BIG*
Post by: Toddler on October 30, 2007, 12:03:00 PM
QUOTE(catatronix @ Oct 30 2007, 11:09 AM)
I have the save card, but windows keep on freezing using dosflash32 1.3 ....I tried two different PC intel and AMD....
am now going to try using dosflash16 1.3 in dos and see how that works out...any idea would help me out *BIG*
Do it in DOS and disable ALL controllers in your motherboard BIOS.