Download and launch (a free USB information utility). Plug in your corrupted USB drive.

If you want

A green "OK" or "100%" message indicates the firmware was successfully rewritten. 💡 Troubleshooting

You are a candidate for this repair if your drive exhibits:

Download a different version of FirstChip MpTools on FlashBoot .

Once you revive your drive, understand that the FC1178BC is a low-end controller. To avoid another "hot" session:

While updating the firmware can be beneficial, it also carries some risks. If not done correctly, a firmware update can:

Insert your broken USB drive into a direct motherboard port (avoid external USB hubs).