Windows blocks any attempt to modify or delete files.
What this package usually includes
Temporarily disable Windows Defender or third-party antivirus software. The patched hooks in the software are frequently flagged as false positives.
| Error / Problem | Likely Cause | Solution | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | U盘 not detected by MPTool | Wrong tool version, bad connection, or controller in ROM mode | Try a different USB port. If the tool still doesn't see it, try a "patched" version or one from a different family, like FirstChip_MpTools_20201118 . | | Scan Fail (3) / Scan Fail (8) error during start | Tool cannot initialize the NAND flash chip | 1. Change "Scan Level" to "Low-Level Format" (低级格式化). 2. Change "Optimization Mode" (优化模式) to "Capacity First" (容量优先). 3. Use a different MPTool version. | | U盘 shows wrong size after success | Scan process didn't rebuild the bad block map correctly | Re-run the MPTool, but this time set and Optimization Mode to "Capacity First" (容量优先) . | | XP compatibility error on Windows 10/11 | Software designed for older Windows OS | Right-click the MPTool executable, go to Properties > Compatibility . Check "Run this program in compatibility mode for" and select Windows XP (Service Pack 3) . | | Generic Ix Stop Working crash | Similar to above, a compatibility issue | Apply the same Windows XP compatibility mode fix to the executable. | firstchip fc1178bc mptools 2022 patched
The word "patched" in the context of MPTools refers to modified versions of the official FirstChip mass production tools. The official tools, while functional, can be extremely difficult to locate, are often locked to specific NAND flash IDs, require paid licenses for bulk production use, and lack support for many common flash chips found in consumer drives. Patched versions address these issues by:
Safely open the plastic casing of the USB drive to expose the circuit board. Locate the FirstChip controller and the NAND flash chip.
It ignores strict hardware checks, allowing you to flash unbranded or generic NAND chips. Windows blocks any attempt to modify or delete files
: Click Start and wait for the process to reach 100%. If an error occurs (e.g., Error Code 8), you may need to adjust the scan settings or try a different firmware version .
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If it still fails, you may need to open the plastic casing of the USB drive and manually short-circuit the data pins (typically pins 29 and 30) on the NAND flash chip using a needle while plugging it in. This forces the controller into a raw test mode. Error: "Bad Block Over" or "Flash Type Not Support" | Error / Problem | Likely Cause |
Download the authenticated archived folder for FirstChip FC1178BC MPTools 2022 Patched . Extract the archive using WinRAR or 7-Zip to a dedicated folder on your local C:\ drive. Do not run it directly from a zipped folder. Step 2: Launch the Tool
Successfully flash firmware onto chips that the official tool flags as broken. Prerequisites Before Flashing
Download a hardware diagnostic utility such as or Flash Drive Information Extractor . Insert your corrupted USB drive into your computer.