• In the dialog above, click: 'Browse my computer for driver software (advanced).'
    The following dialog should appear:

  • In the dialog above, you can type the location where you've got the appropriate drivers and then click the [Next] button,
    or you can can click the [Browse] button and browse to it like this:

  • On the Browse screen above, you must click the [OK] button once you've selected the correct folder.
    Once Windows Vista finds an appropriate driver, it will begin installing it and present you with the following dialog:
    Here it would seem that Microsoft has a terminology problem. This dialog appears even when we sign our drivers with a Class-3 Software Publishing Certificate from Verisign and the appropriate cross-certificate from Microsoft, which should according to all available documentation allow Windows to verify the publisher (Ross-Tech, LLC).
    We believe that the message actually means is that the drivers haven't been WHQL certified by Microsoft something which is the case because it's an expensive hassle.
    In any case, you must click on 'Install this driver software anyway'.
    Windows will then finish installing the driver and you should see a dialog like this:
    In the dialog above, simply click the [Close] button.

  • Start VAG-COM.
    Click the [Options] button.
    Select the USB Port.
    Click the [Test] button.
    The results should look something like this:

  • Go test on a car..;-)

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    USB Driver Installation for XP USB Driver Installation for Windows Vista

    What is VCDS?
    VCDS (www.ross-tech.com)is short called “VAG-COM Diagnostic System ”,also called VAG-COM.VCDS is primarity used for diagnostic and adjustment for Volkswagen Group vehicle.VCDS will perform most of functions that only performed by expensive official dealers,it is very suitable for DIY user and garage.
    VCDS Functions List:
    Auto Scan
    Control Unit Info
    Read Fault Codes
    Output Tests
    Selective Output Tests
    Basic Setting
    Clear Fault Codes
    Close Controller
    Code Module
    Code Slave Modules
    Measuring Blocks
    Advanced Measuring Values
    Single Reading
    Adaptation
    Login/Coding II
    View Readiness
    Guided Readiness Scripts
    Security Access
    Support Codes
    Generic OBD-II
    Freeze-Frame Data
    Dual K-Line Support
    Digit PINs (VAS only)
    Code Database Up to Date
    Diagnostics via CAN
    Transport Mode
    Support for Dual ECUs
    Data Logging
    HighSpeed DataLogging
    Real-Time Graphs
    Real-Time Gauges
    Graphic TDI Timing Checker
    Control Module Finder
    Automate Service Reset (SRI)
    ECU Mileage Checker
    Controller Channel Maps
    Wireless Connection via WiFI
    Installation List
    LT3/Crafter Support
    VCDS Support Vehicle Models List:
    The following VCDS Compatibility Charts are based on Model and Chassis Type. To find the Chassis Type for your car, look at the 7th and 8th digits of the VIN number. The Chassis type will usually be found in these digits. There are exceptions.
    Example (Audi A6):
    VIN: WAUZZZ4F36N111022
    The 7th and 8th digits are 4F for Audi A6 (4F), the 10th digit is 6 which stands for Model Year (MY) 2006. See the Model information Column for Audi to find the A6 Model. Note that the Chassis Type “4F” is listed under that model. Look horizontally across the VCDS Compatibility Chart until you find the Model Year 2006 and you can determine which interface(s) is required for that Chassis. In this particular case you will see that only the HEX+CAN series interface is compatible.
    Please Note: Older VCDS versions may not support all of the model years listed. These charts are intended for the most current version of VCDS (in rare cases even Beta Versions).
    Check the VCDS Compatibility Charts to get details
    VCDS Support Languages:
    Česky,Chinese,Dansk,Deutsch ,Español ,Français,Italiano,Magyar ,Nederlands,Polski,Português,Romana,Russian,Svenska
    VCDS 17.8 MULTILANGUAGE FULL.txt
    Below download links are shared from some forum member,for newest software please go to original official website:https://www.ross-tech.com
    In pack you will find:
    1. a) eeprom+firmware(2 types)
    2. b) hardware type detect program to know what to flash inside.
    3. c) flash interface by usb (interface with genuine firmware , must be connected to 12V)
    4. d) loader to be used with any genuine install kit
    5. e) info.pdf to read how to do stuff
    6. f) projects already made to flash by programmer (tl866 or usbasp)
    7. g) ept and xml files for ft232rl or rq just in case.
    LOADER V2.txt
    Update 14.08.2017
    Loader V2 compatible with RL-RQ-BL-BM interfaces.
    Reworked tool for update interface by USB – keeps count of type of hw in eeprom.
    New eeprom dumps for each version of hardware
    11.11
    Included in pack Progisp v1.72 and also Mprog 3.5 with templates
    Remade projects with new dumps for Progisp and TL866
    All versions released until today on any language work even NEZ one ?
    UPA VCDS FUSES for HW44 and HW46.zip
    VCDS Loader V4.txt
    New version with new eeprom, need to rewrite your interface with new usb flasher.
    One multilingual eeprom is not possible anymore. Use VAGCOM_EEWriteLang to write eeprom of your choice.
    VCDS Computer Requirements:
    VCDS requires a computer running Microsoft Windows (the HEX-NET can be used with VCDS-Mobile on other platforms but that use is still in beta testing). A Laptop is most convenient but a desktop PC can also be used.
    We recommend a PC running Windows 7, 8.1, or 10 with at least 2GB of RAM (single-core Atom-class processors are no longer recommended). Screen resolution of at least 800×600 is recommended.
    How to Install VCDS Software:
    Double click the icon desktop,wait for installing,as shown:
    Wait for progress complete to 100%
    Select “Next”
    Check “I accept the terms of the License Agreement”
    Select “Next”
    Select components to install,then select “Next”
    Wait for progress complete
    Click “Finish”

    How to use VCDS:

    Run VCDS software,connect VCDS VAG COM to your computer USB interface
    Click options
    Click Test,show that VCDS VAG COM hardware has been activated
    Then click save,you can use VCDS VAG COM to test your car
    As shown,choose function you want
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