Download usbd.sys to Fix Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing usbd.sys files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent usbd.sys file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

usbd.sys file Universal Serial Bus Driver. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of usbd.sys related errors on your device. You can also download usbd.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download usbd.sys

4.1 List of usbd.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	usbd.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Universal Serial Bus Driver

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	Neutral

Most common usbd.sys file related problems

There are various types of errors related to usbd.sys file. usbd.sys file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to usbd.sys file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

usbd.sys is corrupted
usbd.sys cannot be located
Runtime Error - usbd.sys
usbd.sys file error
usbd.sys file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register usbd.sys file:
usbd.sys file could not be loaded
usbd.sys file doesn't exist

usbd.sys

Application could not be started because usbd.sys file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to usbd.sys can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing usbd.sys file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix usbd.sys errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

usbd.sys file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with usbd.sys file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to usbd.sys file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of usbd.sys or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to usbd.sys file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the usbd.sys file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the usbd.sys file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the usbd.sys file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace usbd.sys file

The last solution is to manually download and replace usbd.sys file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded usbd.sys file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of usbd.sys file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your usbd.sys file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename usbd.sys

System Windows 10

File size 25504 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	bb785ac976b5b603186b1933eea3c2ed
	SHA1	c9f3d91faba843eff760f81da91a81395ab6caae
	SHA256	8b0760c1993e7cbe1f805f029b6f68d085000348cf3113461ad3e628c6c468ef
	CRC32	6a86c5ca
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename usbd.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 23384 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	446b130e48ce6c406716976aaa4498a6
	SHA1	e34c5ad62f20d93d62e115c8643b12994ee9950c
	SHA256	3648cceadcfbdde6251b84a0b2b065edb548064b4715ee7746aae928072b3de4
	CRC32	c57aac14
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename usbd.sys

System Windows 8

File size 18672 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	d49d2baca7b03756036edc1c6f2e0405
	SHA1	d8108b9ec7a6fbb643f5d2457fd40b28588e3900
	SHA256	6b2953cd2c3a40f02106d0c3ffb45e293e63d3e421e8e51a3059212ff2a98041
	CRC32	0cc405dc
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename usbd.sys

System Windows 7

File size 7936 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	63c8d74bed9f80f4dd0aa7a3101eb639
	SHA1	bb792c887d1ccf01c8bf3b93a346bcbe1336dd18
	SHA256	ea2ce29025259e9de945ce52c80a41c33024d7c2907aa1928480ec11fc852b08
	CRC32	2a373ba6
	Example file location	---

Filename usbd.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 7552 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	45384f794271d35cc9c6a60fac95ab3e
	SHA1	464929eae95e270f36934c723b45ec7dc70f24bc
	SHA256	bd9dfca5e242d4de84fa6eff9efd2e70f85b0462dff0ea910eaab027eced2f73
	CRC32	7c7df6f9
	Example file location	---

Filename usbd.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 7680 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	4c01941132af4405d43668302cc59d2f
	SHA1	bfa149e3db3ee12af640433c8f4294d6f60bc8fb
	SHA256	a1a2c68d1cab2aa30671f06e6d958c1a8531cc2eca08adbace0efd81566ebedd
	CRC32	d5c53b5d
	Example file location	---

Filename usbd.sys

System Windows XP

File size 4736 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	596eb39b50d6ebd9b734dc4ae0544693
	SHA1	a2c5f1a19a7c72cd239d40171455a92170373842
	SHA256	efca2cfffb8467bac63f5174f125feeffa1f29491285c5bf99b3a2b2a6a25934
	CRC32	21efa1d5
	Example file location	---