Philips PCRW4816K/20 etc Driver Download
The PCRW4816K/20 etc is a CD / DVD reader manufactured by Philips. Problems such as drive is not found or is not recognized by Windows, or drive cannot read or write media can be solved when you update the driver. This version of "0303030031_fus.zip" is rated (5 out of 5 stars) based on 1,245 downloads and 14 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 4.2 MB.
Supported Models
PCRW4816K/20 etc
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Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP
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Additional Notes
This is the latest (March 2003)firmware updater (FlashTool V3.7.2.1) for most Philips CDRW, and DVD drives. It covers Win 95 upwards.
It worked fine for me on my PCRW4861K/20, but if you have any reservations, or your computer is likely to crash in the five or so minutes it takes, THEN DON'T DO IT. You will end up with a scrap drive.
Docs are included in the Zip. The models covered by this updater is huge, so read those to see if your drive is covered.
Uploaded By
Jules (DG Member) on 4-Dec-2003
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Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FlashTool 3.7.2.1setup.exe | 4.2 MB | 28 Feb 2003 |
How to Update PCRW4816K/20 etc Device Drivers Quickly & Easily
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the PCRW4816K/20 etc driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter Philips PCRW4816K/20 etc into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the Philips Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Philips website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
Once you have downloaded your new driver, you'll need to install it. In Windows, use a built-in utility called Device Manager, which allows you to see all of the devices recognized by your system, and the drivers associated with them.
How to Open Device Manager
In Windows 11, Windows 10 & Windows 8.1, right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager
In Windows 8, swipe up from the bottom, or right-click anywhere on the desktop and choose "All Apps" -> swipe or scroll right and choose "Control Panel" (under Windows System section) -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows 7, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows Vista, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Device Manager
In Windows XP, click Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System -> Hardware tab -> Device Manager button
How to Install a driver from Device Manager
Locate the device and model that is having the issue and double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
Select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button and follow the instructions.
In most cases, you will need to reboot your computer in order for the driver update to take effect.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.