Uptool Ver 2094 ^hot^
Now plug in the faulty USB drive. Uptool Ver 2094 should detect it within 5-10 seconds. The device slot will turn (ready) or red (error). If red, unplug and replug; try a different USB port (preferably USB 2.0).
An online buyer purchased a "1TB" flash drive for $15. It corrupted files after 32GB. Uptool Ver 2094 automatically detected the real capacity as 32GB and reflashed the controller to report the correct size. The drive became reliably usable (though as a 32GB drive). Uptool Ver 2094
For 99% of consumer-grade Alcor USB drives, Ver 2094 remains the gold standard. Now plug in the faulty USB drive