Extract the ZIP file into a dedicated folder on your local directory (e.g., C:\FirstChip\ ).

Refresh and Detect: Click the "Refresh" button. The software should display your drive in one of the numbered slots.

Limitations and cautions

使用错误版本的量产工具可能“杀盘”——导致U盘彻底损坏而无法修复。操作前务必:

Launch ChipGenius and locate the "Controller Part Number" line.

Safely unplug the USB drive, wait 5 seconds, and plug it back in to test functionality. Troubleshooting Common Errors

Download the verified archive package.

The configuration panel will open, displaying multiple tabs: Style , Scan Settings , and Information . Step 4: Configure Flashing Parameters

使用FirstChip工具时,需要注意区分两类工具:

To help me give you the exact version or settings for your repair, tell me:

Before downloading the software, you must absolute confirm that your USB drive uses the FirstChip FC1178BC controller. Do not guess based on the exterior casing.

The password field is used to access different levels of configuration in the tool. For standard use and drive repair, you can leave these fields blank and press OK. Some advanced settings may be locked behind a password not intended for public use.

In 2022, the landscape of Firstchip MPTools was heavily fragmented due to supply chain shifts. Because generic USB drive makers source whatever NAND is cheapest, the firmware inside the FC1178BC must perfectly match the NAND manufacturer, density, and page size.