Live Update 3 Crashes on Compaq PC

Hi. My MSI 52/24/54 combo writer sometimes has trouble with certain media. I wanted to update the firmware so I downloaded Live Update 3. When I run the program Windows immediately crashes and reboots. I'm guessing that this is because the Compaq BIOS doesn't like being queried. Is there a way to just check the MSI drive and not the whole system so I can avoid the crash. Alternatively can I download the firmware for the drive directly ?
Thanks
Andy

Please specify the model number of your MSI drive. Or just go here and find your device.
If your device is an OEM product (if it came with your Compaq), then you will have to look for an update through the Compaq helpdesk or internet site.

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