Apple today released a slew of Firmware Updates.
These Firmware Updates are avalaible via Software Update and also as standalone installers.
More info and download links:
• Mac Book Air EFI Firmware Update 1.0 (2.3MB): This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of MacBook Air computers.
• MacBook EFI Firmware Update 1.2 (1.8MB): This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of MacBook computers.
• Mac Book Pro EFI Firmware Update 1.5 (3.1MB): This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of MacBook Pro computers.
• iMac EFI Firmware Update 1.3 (1.6MB): This update fixes several issues to improve the stability of iMac computers.
• Aluminum Keyboard Firmware Update 1.0 (1.5MB): This firmware update addresses an issue with the aluminum Apple Keyboard and the aluminum Apple Wireless Keyboard where a key may repeat unexpectedly while typing.
• Firmware Restoration CD 1.6 (30MB): The Firmware Restoration CD is used to restore the firmware of Intel-based Macintosh computers.
Snap-pi-er!
I used to use firmware all the time, but nowadays I find it a little bit scratchy.
it’s snaptastic
The AL Keyboard firmware is really snappy!
I can type faster and make fewer typos!
Now I won’t have to upgrade my word processor.
My aluminum keyboard now feels a little tinny… snappier too!
See name.
My keyboard is snippier! (oops, sorry, a typo. snappier)
crackle-y
Evidently if you have the most recent MBP or MB it doesn’t apply.
Note to self: I need some snap.
Oh.. lookie here..?!!
I have the original 17″ MacBook Pro — the Core Duo (not C2D) model from 2006. I haven’t been included in these firmware updates for quite some time. What is it:
1) There’s nothing to improve upon with my model
2) All the development is focussed on the newer models.
I feel that I’m being neglected. My MacBook Pro runs great for the most part, but it does suffer the occasional glitch and kernel panic.
Anyone else with this model feel that they could use improvements in their firmware?
Pop-ey
I’d be manic about my kernel too. I think everyone is – to some degree. So – yes. I support you. Freekin Apple – fix that kernel panic. Who needs the stress…
I’m looking for something to fix my MacBook fan. I just got the 2.2 Black MacBook and the fan loves to run full blast, even when it’s not very hot. My older 1.8 MacBook didn’t seem to have that problem. Anyone else have that issue? (It doesn’t seem to always listen to the settings I’ve set in Fan Control.)
my macbook says i dont need the update (1st gen original macbook) despite not having the boot rom indicated in the info page (MB31.008E.B02).
Why would you mess with fan control? do you want to roast your processor? Get some more ram and it will help..
No snap for me.
I can’t get more RAM – got 4 gigs. Fan Control won’t let you roast the processor. The problem is that the fan isn’t always listening to the fan settings and just cranks itself up to full speed and stays there. I’m thinking the internal thermostat may be faulty, but wondering if anyone else has encountered this problem.
My snap is snappier than the snappiest.
<quote> have the original 17″ MacBook Pro — the Core Duo (not C2D) model from 2006. I haven’t been included in these firmware updates for quite some time. What is it:
1) There’s nothing to improve upon with my model
2) All the development is focussed on the newer models.
I feel that I’m being neglected. My MacBook Pro runs great for the most part, but it does suffer the occasional glitch and kernel panic.
Anyone else with this model feel that they could use improvements in their firmware?</quote>
I have the most recent Macbook 2.4ghz. Upon downloading a message popped up saying the update wasn’t “needed.” Yet, my boot version differs from the one the update is supposed to provide.
Me feel neglected too, Neglected!
If it fixes the occasional wake from sleep issues I have with my MacBook Pro I’ll be a happy camper.
Essence-
Get rid of fan control (whichever one you have) and shut down the laptop and do an Opt-Cmd-R-P startup. Hold all of those keys down RIGHT AFTER you press the power button to start the computer and hold them until after you hear the SECOND startup chime. That will reset your PRAM and NVRAM. If that doesn’t fix it then maybe a sensor has gone bad or gotten disconnected that tells the system how hot the CPU is. I think they fail in the the “safe” direction (i.e. run the fan). Those fan control programs fiddle with settings that can sometimes get messed up.
Note to Essence: My iMac G5 had a problem with the fan being on full whenever it wasn’t asleep. I took it in and the main board was replaced under warranty. That cured it.
Hope this helps.
The firmware updates killed my family and raped my dog!!!
@chip,
That was freakin’ hilarious! You get today’s award.