Firstchip | Fc1179 Firmware
Did you run into a specific error code like "0x01" during the flash? Let us know in the comments, and we can help troubleshoot! data recovery
: Unzip your chosen MpTool and run FCMpTools.exe . If Windows warns you about safety, confirm the launch. Firstchip Fc1179 Firmware
: If your 128GB drive became 32GB after flashing, the MpTool likely found that the NAND chip only has 32GB of functional storage. This confirms the drive was originally a "fake capacity" device. Ready to fix your drive? Did you run into a specific error code
If your FC1179 drive dies and MPtool cannot revive it, simply . A name-brand drive (SanDisk, Samsung, Kingston) is always a better investment. If Windows warns you about safety, confirm the launch
Use ChipGenius or Flash Drive Information Extractor to confirm the Controller Part-Number is FC1179 and identify the Flash ID (e.g., Samsung, Hynix, or Micron NAND).
The FC1179 is designed as a cost-effective solution for USB mass storage devices. Unlike modern USB 3.0/3.1 controllers which focus on high-speed data throughput, the FC1179 is primarily a USB 2.0 device, limiting its maximum theoretical transfer speed to 480 Mbps.
: Download the latest version of ChipGenius or Flash Drive Information Extractor .