For most common repairs, the default factory profiles work perfectly. However, if your drive has stubborn bad blocks, click on the button (you may need to leave the password blank or try typing 666 or 888 if prompted).

: Download the specific version matching your controller (e.g., FC1178BC MpTools for older units).

Once you have the correct version, extract the downloaded zip file (most versions require no installation). Run the executable as Administrator.

Disable your antivirus temporarily. Because these tools manipulate low-level hardware drivers, security software often flags them as false positives.

Recovers the full capacity of "fake" or corrupted drives. Key Supported Controllers FirstChip FC1179 (and its variants: FC1179S, FC1179AB) FirstChip FC2279 (and its variants: FC2279S, FC2279AA)

For standard repair scenarios, you do not need to alter deep settings, but basic verification helps:

These errors often indicate incompatibility between the MPTool version and the NAND flash chip. Try a different, slightly older or newer, version of the MPTool.

Right-click FirstChip_MPTool.exe and select . Step 3: Detect Your Drive

Always double-check your controller ID twice. When in doubt, seek help from forums like USBDev.ru or Reddit’s r/datarecovery before clicking "Run."

If it reads , you can safely proceed with FirstChip MPTools 2025. Step-by-Step Guide to Repairing a USB Drive

Scan the hardware for bad blocks to ensure data integrity.

Right-click the MPTools executable and select "Run as Administrator" to grant necessary permissions. Step 3: Step-by-Step Guide to Using FirstChip MPTools 2025