Upon first launch, Windows may throw a warning: “Windows protected your PC” (SmartScreen). This is common for unsigned driver-based tools. You must click “More info” then “Run anyway”.
The tool will then attempt to install its own driver (usually a modified USB mass storage driver). You’ll see a command prompt window flash – this is normal. After that, you must restart your PC or at least reconnect your USB drive.
Important: Disable driver signature enforcement on Windows 10/11 (Shift + Restart → Advanced startup → Disable driver signature enforcement), or the driver installation may fail silently.
Once the environment is prepared and the drivers are installed, follow these steps to repair your flash drive. firstchip fc1178 fc1179 mptools v1052 install
This is the moment of truth. Your USB drive’s life hangs in the balance.
![MPTools Interface Description]
Stop here if you don’t see FC1178 or FC1179. This guide will not work for SMIs, Alcor, or Phison controllers. Upon first launch, Windows may throw a warning:
| Mode | Description | |------|-------------| | Normal Mode | Full format + capacity reset + write speed test | | Recovery Mode | Unbrick drives stuck at 0 MB or “Insert Disk” | | CD-ROM + Removable | Create a bootable CD-ROM partition + data partition | | Encrypted Partition | Password‑protected hidden area (FC1179 only) | | Factory Mode | Override flash ID manually, force low‑level format |
Once running, the interface is dated – think Windows 2000-era dialog boxes. No dark mode, no tooltips, no intuitive icons. But for those familiar with量产工具 (mass production tools), it’s surprisingly functional.
Main tabs:
What works well:
What is frustrating:
After installation, your drive should disappear from “My Computer” (this is normal). In Device Manager, it should now appear under Universal Serial Bus devices as FirstChip (FC1178/FC1179) USB Device. Once the environment is prepared and the drivers
If you see this, the driver is working. If not, repeat Step 1 and reinstall.