Kowsi KWS-X1 USB-C PD QC Tester Firmware V1.0.5V

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Re: Kowsi KWS-X1 USB-C PD QC Tester Firmware V1.0.5V

6 hours 56 minutes ago - 6 hours 43 minutes ago
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Batch Script for Safe Firmware Flashing (Unofficial)
This batch script automates the firmware flashing process for the KWS-X1 meter while adding manual verification steps to protect against corrupted or tampered firmware files.

What It Does
  1. Computes SHA-256 hash – Calculates the checksum of your local
    Code:
    firmware.X1C
    file using PowerShell.
  2. Manual hash confirmation – Displays the computed hash and asks you to confirm it matches the official release hash. This prevents accidental flashing of corrupted or modified files.
  3. Dry-run validation – Runs the flasher in offline mode to verify the firmware and flasher setup work before touching the device.
  4. Bootloader instructions – Provides step-by-step guidance to enter the meter's bootloader mode (BACK + OK while connecting USB).
  5. Final write operation – Only proceeds to flash the firmware after all previous checks pass and you explicitly confirm.
Safety Features
  • Checks that both
    Code:
    flasher
     and
    Code:
    firmware
     exist before proceeding.
  • Validates hash length (64 characters for SHA-256).
  • Requires explicit user confirmation at multiple checkpoints.
  • Does not write to the device until dry-run validation succeeds.
  • Leaves the device in bootloader mode on error for troubleshooting.
Disclaimer
This is unofficial firmware. Flashing carries risks including permanent device damage. Use at your own risk the author is not responsible for any damage to the meter, chargers, cables, or connected devices. Sink mode can expose the meter's output to the charger's maximum voltage.

Requirements
  • Windows (uses
    Code:
    cmd
     and
    Code:
    powershell
    )
  • Code:
    flasher
     in the same folder
  • Code:
    firmware
     in the same folder
  • Compare the displayed hash against the official release hash manually

Warning: Spoiler!

 
Last edit: 6 hours 43 minutes ago by sdefrwggerg.

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