has anyone tried?

[Gaurav]

Has anyone tried updating his SE w810i software through the update service via PC. I am wondering if it's safe completely(no risk of any damage to the phone). help...

[Pathik]

completely safe

[Gaurav]

downloaded the following pdf file from se's web site and it states a very awkward way of installing drivers for usb flash cable. did you also followed the same written in this pdf file regarding installation of usb flash drivers.
http://www.sonyericsson.com/downloads/GSG_UpdateService_R1a_EN.pdf

[infra_red_dude]

you hafta turn the phone off, remove the sim and memory card and press and hold C button and plug in the usb connector. the phone now works in flash mode and u can install the drivers and continue wid the flashing. u hafta follow similar procedure to update the firmware too.

[dtox]

yup.. tried n fiddled a lot with my new 810i.. and yes.. its completely safe.. make sure u backup ur settings, contacts,nmessages etc. before you do!