Trying to install the BMW software for coding etc,.

[e30cabrio]

Anyone have input to getting the green board cable to work? I have a white board cable that reads but won't clear codes so I got a green board & it is seen as a serial to USB device but won't do anything.

Also, Where do I get GT1?

[bcredliner]

The following is a link to GT1 software that many of us have used:BMW USB OBD Diagnostic Cable Inpa Ediabas NCS Expert Dis V57 SSS V32 GT1 Progman | eBay

[e30cabrio]

I have 3 cables one for (BMW scanner 1.40) and don't really want a fourth.

Thanks

[bcredliner]

Originally Posted by e30cabrio

I have 3 cables one for (BMW scanner 1.40) and don't really want a fourth.

Thanks

I sent link as source for gt1 software and because many on the forum recommend him, as I do. I share your issue on cables. I have two that are attached to limited capability scanners one that came with the above and just purchased a Bluetooth connector for iPad diagnostic app. Can't help on green and white cables, not sure what you are referencing, obviously I am not a diagnostic expert

[e30cabrio]

I appreciate the link. The standard ebay cables either have green or white circuit boards. The first one I got was white & I was able to get my WIN7 & XP machines to interact with my X but not erase codes. The new more expensive one that people have said works (bought form the link posted here) does not work at all.

Thanks

[bcredliner]

Originally Posted by e30cabrio

I appreciate the link. The standard ebay cables either have green or white circuit boards. The first one I got was white & I was able to get my WIN7 & XP machines to interact with my X but not erase codes. The new more expensive one that people have said works (bought form the link posted here) does not work at all.

Thanks

The problem may be in the setup rather than the cable.

Does your computer recognize the green one?

Since you want GT1 and package from the link is not that expensive and many here have had success setting up and using that software, you may want to consider biting the bullet and purchase the whole package so you know you have what you need.

There are also smart phone apps that are very useful as more portable diagnostic and monitoring tools.

In retrospect, I should have purchased only the Rumanian package and the app for my iPhone/iPad. Other than a more involved set up procedure for the Rumanian software and a longer learning curve I would have all that I need for any scenario I can imagine.

[e30cabrio]

They both see it as a serial to USB device, same as the white boarded one.

I was able to reset my airbag, code my highs to be running lights, change when the doors lock etc with BMW Scan. I'd like to deactivate the multiple keys I don't have but BMW Scan does not show which is in the ignition, just that there are a slew active (I have 3).

Thanks

[hunds02]

Hello folks!

My cable/software came in today from the ebay seller in Romania.
I am about to install or rather copy the files from the DVD to my hard drive.
I was planning on doing this in Windows XP Mode (Virtual Machine) inside Windows 7. The reason is because I was under the impression that NCS only works in XP. BUT both the system requirements AND the photos for the install show that Windows 7 will work.

What do you guys recommend I do? If everything can work on Windows 7, it would be advantageous for me to use Windows 7 as I have more RAM dedicated to it as well as the simplicity of not having to install on a virtual machine. But if it works better on XP, then I will install on XP.

Thanks,
Andrew

[jmcgxx]

I recently purchased the software and cable from the Romanian provider on Ebay.
Had "operator" problems installing on my computer. I contacted the seller and he provided some additional instructions, still didn't solve "operator "problem.

I contacted him again and he spent three hours ( due to a slow connection ) via Teamview, software where he took over my computer and installed the system.

I am using Windows XP Svc Pack 3.

I used it first time yesterday it worked great. You can have engine running when you diagnose the car with Inpa or DIS but if you want to use either NcsExpert or SSS always keep Ignition on and a power charger. I found out the hard way.


I can't say enough positive about this seller. He has a great product and wants it to work when you buy it.

[bcredliner]

Originally Posted by hunds02

Hello folks!

My cable/software came in today from the ebay seller in Romania.
I am about to install or rather copy the files from the DVD to my hard drive.
I was planning on doing this in Windows XP Mode (Virtual Machine) inside Windows 7. The reason is because I was under the impression that NCS only works in XP. BUT both the system requirements AND the photos for the install show that Windows 7 will work.

What do you guys recommend I do? If everything can work on Windows 7, it would be advantageous for me to use Windows 7 as I have more RAM dedicated to it as well as the simplicity of not having to install on a virtual machine. But if it works better on XP, then I will install on XP.

Thanks,
Andrew

I think the general consensus is that XP works best but some other Windows versions like 7 do work.