: Compared to earlier versions like 1.41, version 2.1.0.13 supports a significantly wider range of ICs.
Unlike mass-market software from Minipro or proprietary Chinese tools, ASProgrammer offers:
I tested 21013 Hot against standard ASProgrammer on a Winbond W25Q128JV (16MB): asprogrammer 21013 hot
is a widely used, alternative open-source software specifically designed for the CH341A USB programmer . It is favored by hardware enthusiasts for flashing, reading, and repairing BIOS/EEPROM chips on motherboards, routers, and other electronic devices. Key Features of AsProgrammer 2.1.0.13
The "21013 hot" error in ASProgrammer is almost always a caused by electrical noise or misconfiguration, not actual overheating. Following the steps above resolves the issue in >95% of cases. : Compared to earlier versions like 1
The 21013 hardware is often identified as a generic HID device rather than a standard serial port.
| Feature | ASProgrammer 21013 | NeoProgrammer 2.2.0.10 | |---------|--------------------|--------------------------| | CPU temp during write | High (default fast SPI) | Lower (throttled by default) | | Chip support | 900+ | 1200+ | | GUI responsiveness | Very fast | Slightly laggy | | Heat management tools | None built-in | Has “low power mode” | | Best for | Quick, dirty flashing | Safe, cooler flashing | Key Features of AsProgrammer 2
If the SOIC8 clip is misaligned or shorting the pins on the motherboard, it can cause rapid overheating and permanent hardware damage.