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How does Mike make firmware?

Posted: Tue Jul 28, 2026 12:12 pm
by JamesDanielPhilpot
Hey there, I was just wondering how people make firmware. Like how did Mike make custom 4K DRIVE Firmware????

Re: How does Mike make firmware?

Posted: Tue Jul 28, 2026 2:48 pm
by Woodstock
I doubt anyone "makes firmware"; they merely patch existing firmware to remove the "DO NOT DO THIS!!!" tests that the original firmware authors insert "for protection". That's why there are sooooo many versions out there on the net.

Re: How does Mike make firmware?

Posted: Thu Jul 30, 2026 4:58 am
by JamesDanielPhilpot
Ahhh, so like with Programs like IDA, Ghidra or Xdbg64?

Re: How does Mike make firmware?

Posted: Thu Jul 30, 2026 5:00 am
by JamesDanielPhilpot
Either way Mike is a legend!!!