: The software can identify connected drives, configure firmware settings to fix identification issues, and isolate corrupted memory sectors to restore partial drive functionality. Key Features and 2025 Updates While FirstChip released stable builds like

Firstchip has hinted at a cloud-connected version of MPTools for late 2025 (tentatively named "MPTool Cloud") that will allow remote firmware signing. Additionally, with the phase-out of USB 2.0 controllers, expect MPTools 2026 to focus on USB4 and NVMe-over-USB bridge chips.

: If the standard scan fails, switch to Factory Scan . This is a deeper process that identifies "Bad Blocks" and remaps the storage to stable sectors.

: Click "Start" and wait for the percentage to reach 100%. Do not unplug the drive during this phase, as it is rewriting the firmware. 4. Limitations and Risks

Right-click FirstChip_MpTool.exe and select "Run as Administrator." 2. Configuration Settings