SuperDrive Firmware Update v2.0

http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/superdrivefirmwareupdatev20.html
I've tried to install the update on my PB and it said "no device found that requires update."
I'm wondering if it simply didn't work, or if the DL version of the 1.67GHz PB is not included in the product list.
any info is much appreciated.
17" PB G4 1.67GHz DL Mac OS X (10.4.6)

The readme file with the update says to contact an Authorized Service Provider or an Apple store if your machine is on the list but the update doesn't work; I don't know if that means that the service provider will assist with updating the firmware, or tell you on Apple's behalf that your model is unsupported.
I'm disappointed, since I have one of the Superdrives that was advertised as 4X but only burns at half that speed on any non-Apple media (which, aside from costing four times as much as Verbatim where I'm located, is a real pain to get a hold of).
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Hello.
I read a lot of stories on this issue, but no one was exactly like mine. However, since I bumped into your post yesterday I decided to give a try to the "ben11" flash solution.
I'm writing here so others can others can find the info (also I'm writing it here since I have an Apple ID but I'm not interested in subscribing to "The Firmware Page Forum", from "ben11" comes from).
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