A flash drive (Flash Drive) is a very convenient place for storing information. It doesn't take up much space. You can always carry it with you in your pocket or small handbag. It often stores sensitive information protected by a password. And what if the information is no longer needed, and the password does not allow deleting the data? There is no point in throwing the device away.
It is necessary
Personal computer, flash drive, AlcorMP program
Instructions
Step 1
For such a situation, there is an easy way to format a protected flash drive. To do this, first of all, you need to install the AlcorMP program on your computer. It is quite common, so it will not be difficult to find it on the Internet. Download and install this program. Try to install to the system local drive of your computer. Run the program, and only then insert the USB flash drive into the USB port located on the back of the computer. Do not use extension cords or front port. May have problems.
Step 2
If a message appears that the settings have been completed and the USB flash drive can be removed, follow the recommendations and restart the program. Information about your device will appear in one of the windows (there are 16 of them). Click on "Setup (S)" to enter the settings. The program will ask for a password. Do not enter anything, just click on "Ok". In the item "Flesh Type" you will see the manufacturer and data of the flash memory chip. Nothing needs to be changed here. In the MP Setup section below, select the Speed optimize option to speed up the recording. Go to the Mode tab and select the Pure Disk option. Configure the data in the next tab "Information" by checking the box next to "Fix Set", then write down the series number of the flash drive in the SN item.
Step 3
Skip the “BadBlock” tab, as there is no need to change anything there. Open the last tab "Other" and in the item "Support for other types of controller or not" select the type of controller of your flash drive. If it is not in the list, then you do not need to mark anything. Click the "Ok" button. Formatting has started. Upon completion, the data on the flash drive will be written in green. Now close the program (this is required) and remove the USB flash drive. The new device is now ready for use. Thus, it will be possible to work with any flash drive, the main thing is to follow all the step-by-step instructions.
