1. Restart Your PC:
- Close all unnecessary applications
- Reboot into clean environment
2. Disable Antivirus Temporarily:
- Turn off Windows Defender
- Disable any third-party AV (Avast, Kaspersky)
3. Run JCOP Tool as Administrator:
- Right-click JCOP Tool → Run as Admin
- Ensure you have full permissions
4. Check for Conflicts:
- Close other EMV-related tools (ATR Tool, CardPeek)
- Disconnect any extra readers (OMNIKEY, X2 Dongle)
5. Verify JCOP Tool Integrity:
- Download fresh version from trusted sources
- Use GitHub releases or Telegram channels (`@freshdumps_cc`)
- Always verify checksums before running
6. Test with Clean PVC Card:
- Use J2A040 / JCOP ENGLISH firmware
- Avoid re-used cards
- Match language ↔ timezone ↔ ZIP code
7. If Still Fails:
- Try alternative tools like pyApduTool
- Use MagStripe Studio for Track1/Track2 matching
- Test on different laptops
8. Clear Cache and Temp Files:
- Delete `%temp%` folder contents
- Restart JCOP Tool after clearing cache
9. Use Virtual Machine:
- Install JCOP Tool inside VM
- Direct USB passthrough for reader
- Isolate environment from host OS
10. Ask Trusted Sellers:
- Some sellers offer verified JCOP setups