Ford IDS works well on Windows XP, 7, 10,VMware, iPhone...

Hi, all IDS users. Ford VCM/ VCM2 software nowadays, you know, has been tested by some vcm users that IDS can be worked fine on almost laptops with different operation system, and even iPhone mobiles.

IDS V94 works well on Win 10:
My IDS is still working fine on windows 10,
IDS was installed on the panasonic toughbook i5 with windows 7
then the laptop got the upgrade to windows 10 with no reported problems,
this laptop is full of my everyday crap and i never turn off the security when i connect to van.
maybe i’ve just been lucky as i don’t know to much about computers,
all the bosch stuff is there and calibrations .
i accidentaly updated to the v94 once from ford then system restored the laptop to previous setting
and it ran saying it was v94 with no problems with licence or anything

IDS V97.01 works well on W10 Pro 64bit:
I have IDS V97.01 working with W10 Pro 64bit

IDS works well on Win 7 family:
I had it working fine on my old works w7 machine but had to give that one back,  Got it on my own family w7 one too and no probs, and now got another w7 one for doing my own work stuff and looking to upgrade to w10 but holding off just now.

IDS V86 works well on Win 7 64 bit:
I tried to run a native copy of v86 using the same VCM, but directly on win7 x64
No problems, everything works sweetly.

IDS works well on Windows XP:
My ids is on an old shitter with xp and I don't let it connect to internet

IDS V90.01 works well on VMware running Win XP PRO:

The VMware image works nicely, it includes a patched version of ids v90 running on xp pro.
However, it wants to update the firmware in my vcm2 so i'll try with v86 before doing that. I don't want to brick the vcm2 so it won't work with ids v86

IDS V86 works well on iPhone mobile:
For all I use it really, I'm quite happy just running v86 on my iPhone.
Fast enough and hardly any problems.
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http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/producttags/vcm-ii-diagnostic-tool.html

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MB SD Connect Compact 4 problem solution

Here is some information and problem solution for MB SD STAR C4. We have made the video for software activation, keep the same step as our video, then you can use the software successfully.

Video:How to activate the MB SD STAR C4 software
https://youtu.be/Qg3STy24Pmc

Q: Does this software HDD has requirement for computer or computer system? Can i use win7 system to install this software? Do you have SATA HDD?
A: Please install the software on XP system. XP system is best for this software. More steady for software running. Do not advice you use win7 system.
There are different hdd to choose: Dell d630 hdd and external hdd. If you have D630 computer, then choose D630 HDD, if you do not have this computer, then choose External HDD. Attention: For D630 hdd, make sure your computer is integrated video card and with 1GB memory, because the D630 of discrete video card is easy to have blue screen or shutdown and restart, restart and shutdown. …..For SATA HDD, based on the HDD type you choose.

Q: After i find Fingerprint ID, i click "Diagnostic", it do not show me the Fingerprint ID, but the following error prompt: " System errors: Internal error (3.17)- 3.89 You must contact the user help Desk ", why?

A: Follow this way to solve: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\LicDir

Q: When i setup the Wireless Network Connection, i got he following prompt, what should i do next?

A: Ignore it. Please follow our video to setup the star, then you can use it directly.

Video:How to set wifi for 2013.9 MB SD Connect Compact 4 Star
https://youtu.be/_7HJeT63VLQ

Q: When i install the software HDD, it prompt me "No access authorization code! Please contact the Star diagnosis call center". What's this?

A: You do not activate the software. Star software need activation before use. Please follow our video to activate your software, and send the activation data (Hardware fingerprint, LAN-ID and HW-ID) to sales@obdexpress.co.uk, we will resend the activation data you need to you.

Q: EPC needs activation or not? Where to enter EPC?
A: EPC needs activation. Make sure you enter EPC from "EPC NET EXPLORER", this is the right way. Then you will find LAN ID, then go on to activate the software.

Q: After i insert the D630 software HDD to my computer, it ask the "administrator code" for me, can you tell me the code?
A: The administrator code is: User$star2004.

Q: After i click "Select MUX", it gives me the error code like this photo, Status "No Signal". How to solve this problem?
A: You need to reset the IP address. Please connect to "Local area connection", and set IP address: 172.29.127.114, Subnet mask: 255.255.0.0. for the detailed steps, please watch the video tutorial by clicking column "Video".

Q: I use USB cable to connect the external hdd with my computer, what to do next? Which software i need to install first?
A: Install "setup.exe" file first.

Q: I do not know what setup i have changed, when i use this software, it gives me this error prompt: "Internal error: (3.17)-3.173 you must contact the User Help Desk", what's wrong with my setting?

A: Your problem is that you change file “lic-key-2” as “read only. Do not change file “lic-key-2” as “read only.

Q: I want to use MB SD STAR C4 to connect with ECU to read Chassis No. for my smart 1998. Is it OK?
A: For SMART car, it needs login password. You can buy our DAS SMART Calculator to calculate login password.

Q: Does MB SD star c4 has the key? Or how to set up it? I want to use it by network key, instead of network cable, is it possible? Can i use it by WIFI and network cable at the same time?
A: For Dell d630 hdd, it has the wifi function. WLAN key is "aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa" (26 a in total). You only can work it by one way: Or wifi, or network cable. Not for both of them at the same time.

Q: Does this MB STAR C4 have online function? And SCN coding?
A: This MB SD STAR C4 support online programming and SCN coding function, but you need pay money to open.
http://www.mbstartool.com

Ford VCM2 IDS learn PRV SCV for Transit MK7 steps

What the steps to learn a PRV (Pressure Reducing Valve) and SCV (Speed Compensated Volume) on a Ford Transit MK7 FWD van using Ford VCM2 IDS diagnostic & programming system when normally replaced? Check out the instruction below.

Tools needed:
A new PRV and washer
A new SCV and seals
A basic socket set and Allen keys
Ford VMCII diagnostic tool with IDS software

Step 1: Change a PRV and SCV
Check the google docs file below. There’s the step-by-step guide on changing a PRV and SCV on MK7.
If you have not problem on replacing these, then skip to Step 2.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nx54sy8FPUf3US0x4ZwOOtE0kve65mtecXVSXu_4TGA/edit?usp=sharing

Step 2: PRV SCV pump pilot learn with IDS
After replace the PRV and SCV, start programming.
Well loaded VCM2 IDS v86/v91/v96 software on a delicate Win XP laptop.
Connect VCMII system with vehicle via OBD socket.

Now crank the van over until it starts, it might take a few turns to get going, mine only took about 10-15 seconds and fired up. Let it stabilize and the switch off.

Now it will need checked for any leaks first, if it's ok then it's time to get the diagnostics our and perform a pump learn first and then an injector learn.

Then reset the learned values and counters.

Select Programming icon in IDS
Select Powertrain control unit
Select Service Function->PCM

Select Fuel Injection Pump Learn and the follow IDS prompts

VCM II IDS will guide you through the process of the learns.
Wait the procedure is done. Clear restored DTCs and exit the IDS software.

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How to fix Star DAS/Xentry "No access authorization code" error?

A small part of MB Star DAS/Xentry users got "No access authorization code" error when operating Xentry/DAS activation, shown as follows.

There are 2 possible reasons and solution:
The first possible reason: You haven't ctivate Xentry and DAS. You are required to send your supplier HW-ID,Lan ID and APP ID for Xentry activation and HW-ID for DAS activation, please follow the user guide to active Xentry and DAS:
http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/upload/pro/mb-benz-star-software-activation-manual-obd2express.pdf

The second possible: You activated successfully, but when you start the computer, you get the same error. Then please do by following steps.
1). Go to "C/Documents and Setting/All Users/Application Data/LicDir"

2). Copy "Lic_Key_2.dat" and paste it.
3). Setting the folder as "Show hidden files and folders".
4). Rename "copy file Lic_Key_2.dat" as "Lic_Key_2.x4711".

5). Again input the password of Xentry, and save it.
6). Test the Xentry software

http://www.mbstartool.com