New to MakeMKV - Please Help

Discussion of LibreDrive mode, compatible drives and firmwares
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masterdrowzee
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New to MakeMKV - Please Help

#1 Post by masterdrowzee » Thu May 14, 2026 11:30 pm

Hi Everyone,

I just purchased a new Buffalo drive, and this is my second attempt to get my home library going. The first drive I bought was unable to be unlocked, and I honestly don't know what I'm doing and would appreciate some help.

See specs below and let me know which firmware I'm supposed to use for this drive. Thank you in advance.

Drive Information
OS device name: D:
Manufacturer: HL-DT-ST
Product: BD-RE BH16NS58
Revision: 1.03
Serial number: KLROBDA0637
Firmware date: 2120-05-08 09:33
Bus encryption flags: 1F

LibreDrive Information
Status: Possible, not yet enabled
Drive platform: MT1959

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Re: New to MakeMKV - Please Help

#2 Post by Billycar11 » Fri May 15, 2026 4:37 am

see guide below

or email me or marty for an auto flash kit that does everything for you
Buy a drive from the guide and video maker: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 20&t=17831
UHD Drive Guide: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 16&t=19634
Auto flash kit $40 Email Billycar5924@gmail.com No attachments

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