How can low-level-format a USB flash memory to real factory size?

mbzadegan · 01-09-2023, 03:44 AM

Hi everyone,

I received a fake 2TB USB flash memory. Then I found that its real size is 16GB with ChipGenius software.

Now, I want to know how can I low-level-format this flash USB by Linux software to the original size (which is 16GB) and can use it normally.

BTW, I have attached ChipGenius log for this flash USB memory.

Thank you in advance.

TenTenths · 01-09-2023, 04:47 AM

Throw it in the bin. These fake sticks have mangled firmware on the controller board, save your time, effort, and eventual frustration and just buy a proper 16Gb from a known manufacturer.

pan64 · 01-09-2023, 04:57 AM

yes, I totally agree with that. Do not use it, you will never know if it is working properly or not. On the other hand, 16GB is cheap enough to buy a new one these days (and if you need a larger one, buy that, probably 16GB is not enough).

mbzadegan · 01-09-2023, 05:19 AM

To be honest, I knew your answers before posting but it's not real answers!

So, Don't advise me. I don't like removing the question!

Please answer a question if you guys really know its answer, otherwise avoid any advice.

Thank you for your understanding.

pan64 · 01-09-2023, 05:34 AM

I tried that. I mean my father bought something similar and I did try to format that pendrive and make it usable. Without success. Actually I don't think you can make it work. There are tons of different tools you can download from the internet (dark web?) that may promise some kind of miracle, but none of them will make you happy (because of that mangled firmware). Anyway, if you really want to do this, learn how to make a fake stick first, and then try to restore it to its original state, if at all possible.
(From my side you got the real answer, just you don't like it)

onebuck · 01-09-2023, 06:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mbzadegan

To be honest, I knew your answers before posting but it's not real answers!

So, Don't advise me. I don't like removing the question!

Please answer a question if you guys really know its answer, otherwise avoid any advice.

Thank you for your understanding.

You have been given some sound advice. No need to to be rude or attempt to restrict someone's opinion or advice. I suggest that you re-read LQ Rules so you can understand how to communicate here at LQ with fellow members.