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The Hitachi USB Sync driver helps Windows recognize and communicate with a connected Hitachi USB synchronization device. It is intended for users setting up the device for the first time or troubleshooting detection and synchronization problems. Listed under the Other category with Microsoft as the vendor, this driver supports Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP; compatibility should still be checked against your device’s hardware ID.
Key Features
- USB device recognition: Helps Windows identify the connected Hitachi USB Sync device and load the appropriate driver.
- Synchronization support: Provides the driver-level connection used by compatible synchronization software; additional software may be required.
- Support for multiple Windows releases: Covers the listed Windows versions, making it relevant to both Windows 10 computers and older systems.
- Device Manager integration: Allows you to check driver details, review device status, and install a compatible update through Windows.
How to Install Hitachi USB Sync Driver
- Check your system and device. Confirm your Windows version and whether it is 32-bit or 64-bit. In Device Manager, open the device’s Properties and select Details > Hardware Ids to help verify compatibility.
- Choose a matching package. Before starting a Hitachi USB Sync driver download for Windows, compare the package’s supported operating systems and hardware IDs with your setup. Select the latest version compatible with your device—not simply the newest available package. If choosing a free download, use a trusted source.
- Prepare the download. Extract the files if they are supplied in an archive. If installation instructions are included, read them before connecting or disconnecting the device.
- Install the driver. Run the supplied installer, if available. Otherwise, open Device Manager, right-click the relevant device, select Update driver, and browse to the extracted driver folder. On older Windows versions, menu wording may differ.
- Verify operation. Restart if prompted, reconnect the device, and check Device Manager for warning icons. Test synchronization using the appropriate application.
Keep the driver updated when a compatible release addresses a problem or improves reliability. For Windows 10/11 systems, note that Windows 10 is listed as supported, but Windows 11 compatibility is not confirmed here. Check compatibility before any update, and retain a working driver so you can roll back if necessary.
Driver Details
| Device | Hitachi USB Sync |
|---|---|
| Vendor | Microsoft |
| Category | Other |
| Supported OS | Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, XP |
| Published | October 31, 2026 |
| Updated | October 31, 2026 |