What does Windows give you when you try to format it normally? AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more
Most USB drives use a specific "controller" chip to manage data. Skymedi is a popular manufacturer of these controllers (look for chips labeled SK6211, SK6221, etc.). When a drive’s firmware becomes corrupted, standard Windows formatting tools fail. skymedi usb drive format tool
Have you checked the using a tool like ChipGenius? What does Windows give you when you try