Setting up your Mercedes-Benz diagnostic system with Xentry and DAS requires a few crucial steps, especially when it comes to activating your software using StarKey Center. This guide will walk you through the process, ensuring a smooth setup for your automotive diagnostic needs.
First, you may need to enable virtualization in your computer’s BIOS settings. This step is often necessary for running virtual machines, which are commonly used to operate diagnostic software like Xentry. Access your BIOS menu upon system startup and look for virtualization settings, typically under CPU configuration or security settings. Enable virtualization and save the changes before restarting your computer.
Once virtualization is enabled, open StarKey Center. To activate your Xentry software, you’ll need to input your license key. Navigate to the “starkeysenter” section within StarKey Center. Here, you can paste your provided key. Ensure you accurately paste the entire key to avoid activation issues. After pasting, save the key within StarKey Center to proceed with the software activation.
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Next, configure your host computer’s network settings. Go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Network Connections. Right-click on your Local Area Connection and select Properties. In the properties window, find Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. Select “Use the following IP address” and enter the IP address: 172.29.127.128. Set the Subnet mask to 255.255.255.0. Click OK to save these settings.
Now, open VMware Workstation. Go to Edit > Virtual Network Editor. Select VMnet0 (the number might be different in your setup). Ensure that VMnet0 is bridged to your Ethernet connection. This bridging is essential for network communication between your virtual machine and the diagnostic interface. Click Apply and then OK to save the virtual network settings.
Start your virtual machine running Xentry/DAS. Within the VM, navigate to the network settings. Go to Start > Control Panel > Network Connections. Right-click on Local Area Connection and select Properties. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) or Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties. Choose “Use the following IP address” and again, enter the IP address: 172.29.127.128, with a Subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. Click OK to apply these network settings within your virtual machine.
Finally, connect your C4 multiplexer to your computer via Ethernet cable and to the Mercedes-Benz vehicle via the OBD port. Observe the SDConnect indicator in the bottom right corner of your screen. When it turns blue and displays “(lock – 01)”, it indicates successful detection and communication between your laptop and the C4 multiplexer.
To test the connection, run DAS by double-clicking the Mercedes-Benz emblem on your desktop. Proceed through the steps to perform a quick scan of the vehicle. If everything is correctly configured, DAS will communicate with the vehicle, and you are now set up to use Vediamo and other advanced diagnostic functions. This setup, including the Starkey Center Xentry Download activation, ensures you are ready for comprehensive Mercedes-Benz vehicle diagnostics.
