V1052 — Firstchip Fc1178 Fc1179 Mptools
MPTOOLS v1052 is a proprietary low-level formatting and mass-production utility designed for USB flash drive controllers manufactured by FirstChip (formerly ChipsBank). It specifically targets the FC1178 and FC1179 controller families, which are commonly found in budget-friendly and mid-range USB 2.0/3.0 flash drives.
This tool is essential for:
| Controller | Typical NAND Support | Max Capacity (per tool) | USB Speed | |------------|----------------------|--------------------------|------------| | FC1178 | TLC, QLC, 3D NAND | Up to 256 GB | USB 2.0 | | FC1179 | TLC, 3D TLC | Up to 128 GB (often) | USB 3.0 | firstchip fc1178 fc1179 mptools v1052
Note: v1052 is one of the more stable versions for these controllers. Newer NAND types may require later tool versions.
This is a warning. Many download sites bundle this tool with adware or viruses. MPTOOLS v1052 is a proprietary low-level formatting and
Do not download from:
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Hash Check for Legit v1052:
A clean version of FirstChip_MPTools_v1052_20190321.zip has the following SHA-256:
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Using FirstChip MPTools requires a specific workflow that is different from standard software installation. | Controller | Typical NAND Support | Max