Can someone shoot over where to buy the cable that works, and the most current software? Been researching and have stumbled upon alot of fake news. Also, has anyone ran the software on a Mac?
Thanks guys
Thanks guys
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HDJdreams
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Does anyone have a recommendation?
I was looking at this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07BCL3DFR/ref=psdcmw_15707381_t1_B078VKM1G3
Any experience good or bad?
I was looking at this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07BCL3DFR/ref=psdcmw_15707381_t1_B078VKM1G3
Any experience good or bad?
There is a great thread on the 100 forum on setting up Techstream. @getco created a virtual machine you just download on to your computer. Works great on my Mac.
How-To: TechStream In 5 Minutes
How-To: TechStream In 5 Minutes
I purchased this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XGB714M/ works great, there is a link in the "questions & answers" to download the Techstream software if you can't use the included CD. Also I think it's worth getting an old laptop (w 32 Bit Windows) to get this to work, I use an old Acer Netbook with Windows XP and I can keep it stored in the vehicle.
Here's an example of a laptop that would work well with the computer/software: Acer Aspire One Netbook - Windows XP Installed+Charger | eBay
Here's an example of a laptop that would work well with the computer/software: Acer Aspire One Netbook - Windows XP Installed+Charger | eBay
When I was looking for 200-related info about Techstream, I had only come across all of the old / defunct links in the 100-series techstream thread posted above. I figured it would help someone down the road if I post what worked for my 2018 this week.
I purchased the VXDIAG VCX Nano with Techstream V15.00.026 for $70. It works great. I had a spare copy & license of Windows 7 laying around that I wasn't using, so I installed it on a virtual machine (using Virtual Box). It all worked without a hiccup. Going through screens in Techstream is pretty quick, too, especially compared to what people describe in all the other threads that use the older non-Nano cables.
After I got it all set up, I noticed that VXDIAG also offers a VMWare Player image, but I haven't tried it out.
Here are some applicable links from their website that were helpful, but weren't obvious at first:
VMWare Player image, and
VX Manager download (the driver that allows the USB device to be identified and work):
www.vxdiagshop.com
Installation instructions:
www.vxdiagshop.com
The USB-only version (this is what I got):
www.vxdiagshop.com
They also have a WIFI version, but that seems like security problem in my opinion, making my laptop connect to the device WIFI. You can find it on their webiste if you're interested in it.
I purchased the VXDIAG VCX Nano with Techstream V15.00.026 for $70. It works great. I had a spare copy & license of Windows 7 laying around that I wasn't using, so I installed it on a virtual machine (using Virtual Box). It all worked without a hiccup. Going through screens in Techstream is pretty quick, too, especially compared to what people describe in all the other threads that use the older non-Nano cables.
After I got it all set up, I noticed that VXDIAG also offers a VMWare Player image, but I haven't tried it out.
Here are some applicable links from their website that were helpful, but weren't obvious at first:
VMWare Player image, and
VX Manager download (the driver that allows the USB device to be identified and work):
VXDIAG Diagnostic Software Download
www.vxdiagshop.com
Installation instructions:
How to Install VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota Techstream 15.00.026?
www.vxdiagshop.com
The USB-only version (this is what I got):
VXDiag VCX NANO for TOYOTA TIS Techstream V18.00.008 USB Version
The USB version VXDiag VCX NANO for Toyota OBD2 diagnostic tool supports original TIS Techstream software V18.00.008, supports multi-languages, supports diagnostic tests, programming matching, custom functions, key matching, etc. VCX NANO Toyota runs faster than mini vci. It will do TPMS...
www.vxdiagshop.com
They also have a WIFI version, but that seems like security problem in my opinion, making my laptop connect to the device WIFI. You can find it on their webiste if you're interested in it.
Thanks @FerrisBueller and @ArnieC. I've been looking around for good info and have good advice from other members. The link above is just what I needed. (Except for a PC laptop running Windows......I've been all Mac for decades.)
CharlieS
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Anyone else getting the "Toyota Launcher" flagged by virus protection?
Open TechstreamPatch folder, copy and paste Toyota Launcher to C://Program Files/Toyota Diagnostics/Techstream/bin folder
Go to C://Program Files/Toyota Diagnostics/Techstream/bin, open Toyota Launcher
Windows says it has this virus: Win32/Ymacco.AA5C
VCX nano USB version, purchased from recommendation above. I can run Techstream, but it prompts for a key. If I try to use the patch launcher it quarantines it so it can't run.
Open TechstreamPatch folder, copy and paste Toyota Launcher to C://Program Files/Toyota Diagnostics/Techstream/bin folder
Go to C://Program Files/Toyota Diagnostics/Techstream/bin, open Toyota Launcher
Windows says it has this virus: Win32/Ymacco.AA5C
VCX nano USB version, purchased from recommendation above. I can run Techstream, but it prompts for a key. If I try to use the patch launcher it quarantines it so it can't run.
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Whenever you employ software that is "less than legitimate" you run the risk of Windows flagging it. I suspect that is the case here.
There are ways to move past this if you choose. Google is your friend...
There are ways to move past this if you choose. Google is your friend...
THANK YOUWhen I was looking for 200-related info about Techstream, I had only come across all of the old / defunct links in the 100-series techstream thread posted above. I figured it would help someone down the road if I post what worked for my 2018 this week.
I purchased the VXDIAG VCX Nano with Techstream V15.00.026 for $70. It works great. I had a spare copy & license of Windows 7 laying around that I wasn't using, so I installed it on a virtual machine (using Virtual Box). It all worked without a hiccup. Going through screens in Techstream is pretty quick, too, especially compared to what people describe in all the other threads that use the older non-Nano cables.
After I got it all set up, I noticed that VXDIAG also offers a VMWare Player image, but I haven't tried it out.
Here are some applicable links from their website that were helpful, but weren't obvious at first:
VMWare Player image, and
VX Manager download (the driver that allows the USB device to be identified and work):
VXDIAG Diagnostic Software Download
Installation instructions:
How to Install VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota Techstream 15.00.026?
The USB-only version (this is what I got):
VXDiag VCX NANO for TOYOTA TIS Techstream V18.00.008 USB Version
The USB version VXDiag VCX NANO for Toyota OBD2 diagnostic tool supports original TIS Techstream software V18.00.008, supports multi-languages, supports diagnostic tests, programming matching, custom functions, key matching, etc. VCX NANO Toyota runs faster than mini vci. It will do TPMS...
They also have a WIFI version, but that seems like security problem in my opinion, making my laptop connect to the device WIFI. You can find it on their webiste if you're interested in it.
afgman786
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The version I got required a code as well to activate the trial. I had to reach out to who I purchased from with certain info and boom I had a code in 24hrs to use techstream.. I got mine of good ole Amazon
After 30 uses, I have to reset the counter to keep using.
For win10 computer, turn off Windows security protection and delete antivirus.
did you get an answer to this? regarding the 100 series
My LX is an 06. I just wanted to make sure it was backwards compatible. And I’m shopping around for an LX570 for my wife, so I wanna kill 2 birds with 1 stone.
It Trojans into the Techstream software. To be safe you could have a limited boot partition of windows that only has techstream on it. I have used it for 4 years on my laptop.
