The only way to fix this is to bypass the operating system and communicate directly with the controller using a Phison MPALL (Mass Production) tool.
The PS2251-162 is a finicky but recoverable controller.
Silicon Power’s warranty is good – if you’re not in a rush, just RMA it.
But if you need the drive today, the MPALL method works 80% of the time.
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Step 1: Backup Data This process is destructive. It will erase all data on the drive. If the drive is currently unreadable, data recovery may require professional tools (like Rusolut), but for simple formatting, proceed to Step 2.
Step 2: Download the Software
Search for and download MPALL v3.72.0B. It is usually found in a zip archive containing MPALL.exe and ParamEdit.exe.
Step 3: Configure the Tool
Step 4: Load the Config (INI File)
This is the most critical step. The MPALL folder usually contains default .ini configuration files.
Step 5: Start the Format
The industry-standard and "best" software to repair this specific controller is MPALL (Mass Production Tool for Phison). The only way to fix this is to
Recommended Version: Look for MPALL v3.72.0B or newer versions that specifically support the PS2251-16 chipset. Using the wrong version can corrupt the drive further.
Silicon Power is a company known for producing storage solutions, including SSDs (Solid State Drives) and other computer components. However, they also have a line of power supply units (PSUs) designed for computer systems. The "V" series by Silicon Power typically refers to a line of power supplies that are designed to provide efficient and reliable power to computer systems.
If you just need to quickly remove write-protection but keep your data (rare), Phison Format & Restore is the best lightweight option. However, it does not fix bad blocks, so corruption will return quickly. The PS2251-162 is a finicky but recoverable controller
When you see a green circle with "OK," the drive is fixed.