--- Firstchip - Fc1178 Fc1179 Mptools V1.0.5.2 - ((full))

: The scanning, factory block wiping, and structural rebuilding cycle takes time. While basic configurations can patch up within 2 to 5 minutes, deep sector overhauls on massive or slower chips may require several hours to cycle to full completion.

Using an MP Tool requires caution. Here is a general step-by-step guide based on common methods:

FirstChip (Shenzhen FirstChip Microelectronics Co., Ltd.) is a significant player in the USB storage controller market. Their chips, particularly the FC1178 and FC1179 series, are widely found in affordable and mid-range USB flash drives sold globally. These are high-performance dual-core ARM Cortex-M series USB 3.0 main controllers with built-in high-speed NAND Flash controllers (supporting TLC/QLC NAND), hardware AES-256 encryption engines, and independent SRAM cache management units. --- Firstchip Fc1178 Fc1179 Mptools V1.0.5.2 -

: Software like Mptools is typically used for device management, firmware updates, configuration, and diagnostics. If you're using this tool, you're likely working in an environment where you're configuring or updating firmware on Firstchip devices.

(released June 1, 2022) is a specialized mass production tool designed for repairing and configuring USB flash drives using FC1178 and FC1179 controllers. It is widely used to fix "0GB capacity" issues, write-protected drives, or restore original storage sizes on fake high-capacity drives. Key Features & Updates : The scanning, factory block wiping, and structural

| Error Code | Meaning | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Controller cannot talk to NAND | Try shorting the NAND pins (advanced) or your flash is physically dead. | | Error: Bad Block too high | NAND has more bad blocks than reserved space | Reduce the capacity setting (e.g., set 16GB drive to 8GB). | | Error: Download ISP Fail | Wrong firmware version | In settings, try a different "Firmware" dropdown option (e.g., FC1179_R1 vs FC1179_R2). | | Error: Timeout | USB connection unstable | Use a USB 2.0 port (not 3.0) and a short, direct cable. | | Drive stays at 8MB after Pass | You formatted without reloading firmware | Re-run with "Erase All Blocks" + "Rewrite Firmware" checked. |

Firstchip released several MPTool builds. Why choose V1.0.5.2? Here is a general step-by-step guide based on

FC1178 3D, FC1178 BC, FC1179, FC1179S, FC1179AB, FC2279S, FC2279AA Chinese (Toggleable to English) Primary Use Cases

: Do not remove the device while the progress bar runs. Once complete, the status block will change to a green colored indicator showing a "Pass" message. Disconnect and re-insert the drive to let Windows initialize the fresh volume.

: Improved speed and stability for 3D Flash (including Micron and Hynix 3D) and MLC open card yield.