For the remaining 10% where the chip is truly defective, a replacement flash IC costs less than a cup of coffee. But before tossing it, test it on a friend’s programmer. Often, the CH341A is the real culprit — and with the adjustments above, it will serve you reliably for years. Have you encountered this error with a specific TOP model? Share your chip type and software version for targeted advice.
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