Buffalo USB2-IDE Bridge Adapter Driver Download
The USB2-IDE Bridge Adapter is a USB device manufactured by Buffalo. This driver can help resolve issues like USB device not recognized, "Disk Not Formatted" errors, or if your device randomly ejects or stops working. This version of "Buffalo_160_Gig_Ext._HD___Drivers.zip" is rated (4 out of 5 stars) based on 1,174 downloads and 20 reviews. It has been installed successfully by our users on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 204.2 KB.
Supported Models
HD-HB160U2-WR
USB2-IDE Bridge Adapter
USB2-IDE Mass Storage Controller
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 2003, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT4, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, Windows 98
File Name
Versions
6.01.1000.0.1 (2003-09-23) via .inf
1.37.0.0 (2002-05-16) via .inf
1.0.3.0000 (2002-07-29) via .inf
Additional Notes
I couldn't find the driver on their website so I had them email it to me.
It works great.
Uploaded By
Randy (DG Member) on 3-May-2005
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How to Update USB2-IDE Bridge Adapter Device Drivers
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the USB2-IDE Bridge Adapter driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter Buffalo USB2-IDE Bridge Adapter into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the Buffalo Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Buffalo website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
After downloading the new driver, proceed with installation. On Windows, use the built-in Device Manager utility to manage your system's devices and drivers. To access it:
Right-click the Start button
Select "Device Manager" from the menu
Locate the device needing the update
Right-click the device and choose "Update driver"
Follow the on-screen prompts to install
Once complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is fully implemented and functioning properly.
This process helps maintain your system's performance and compatibility with various hardware components.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.
Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers/usbatap1.inf | 2.1 KB | 3 Aug 2004 |
| Drivers/MU2IDEBA.INF | 2.7 KB | 3 Aug 2004 |
| Drivers/Uninst.exe | 139.3 KB | 26 Jul 2004 |
| Drivers/BUFbg.exe | 94.2 KB | 24 Sep 2003 |
| Drivers/BUFui32.dll | 12.4 KB | 24 Sep 2003 |
| Drivers/BUFui16.dll | 11.3 KB | 24 Sep 2003 |
| Drivers/SMUnplug.exe | 36.9 KB | 28 Jul 2004 |
| Drivers/MU2IDEBA.SYS | 33.9 KB | 17 May 2002 |
| Drivers/BUFiosmp.sys | 8.7 KB | 24 Sep 2003 |
| Drivers/usbatap2.inf | 2.2 KB | 3 Aug 2004 |
| Drivers/Uninst.ini | 6.9 KB | 4 Aug 2004 |
| Drivers/BUFiostb.inf | 909 bytes | 4 Oct 2003 |
| Drivers/MU2IDEMS.INF | 2.8 KB | 3 Aug 2004 |
| Drivers/mmasswdm.sys | 22.3 KB | 13 Jul 2002 |
| Drivers/MU2IDEMS.MPD | 31.4 KB | 17 May 2002 |
| Drivers/BUFiostb.pdr | 4.7 KB | 24 Sep 2003 |
| Drivers/BUFx00.sys | 37.0 KB | 24 Sep 2003 |
| Drivers/msmscpdr.pdr | 9.1 KB | 27 Jul 2002 |
| Drivers/BUFx00.inf | 1.9 KB | 8 Oct 2003 |