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The error on the CH341A programmer means the data written to the chip failed verification. The software compared the file in your buffer against what is physically on the chip, and they did not match.
Here’s the disagreement: They expect a single, continuous read from address 0 to N. When you break it into chunks, the chip outputs internal status bytes instead of memory data.
After reading the last byte, the programmer pulls CS high immediately . Many flash chips require a minimum (t_SHSL or t_CSH) before the next operation—often 100ns to 1µs. The CH341A often gives 0ns. The chip ignores the next command, or enters an unknown state. The error on the CH341A programmer means the
: Overcomes minor signal noise or interference without restarting the entire process. Voltage Safety Interlock
In most cases, this error is caused by a poor physical connection between the programmer and the chip, especially when using a . When you break it into chunks, the chip
If you extended the ribbon cable, the signal might be degrading. Keep cables under 10cm.
Check device protection / write-protect pins The CH341A often gives 0ns
Disconnect the programmer from USB, remove and reattach the clip to the BIOS chip, and then plug it back in.
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