If the NAND chip's ID corresponds to a 4GB chip but the drive reports 16GB, you have a "fake" drive. 3. Prepare for a Firmware Flash

When you insert a USB drive and run ChipEasy, it queries the device's controller. It typically displays the following data:

: Before attempting physical data recovery, technicians use ChipEasy to see if the controller is still "alive" and responding to commands.

: It may not recognize extremely new controllers or proprietary encrypted drives.