Alternatively, use this direct backup link from our server: https://usb-recovery-tools.s3.amazonaws.com/firstchip/FC1179_Firmware_Pack_2025.zip (No password – MD5: 5F4A8C9E3D1B...)
: An older branch that supports a wider range of sub-variants like FC1179S and FC1179AB. Modification Utility ( FC1178/FC1179 ApTools firstchip fc1179 firmware link
Do not download the FC1179 tool blindly. Many drives look the same on the outside but use different chips on the inside. Using the wrong firmware can permanently brick your drive. Alternatively, use this direct backup link from our