Xentry - Passthru Vmware ((free))

Choose and select your Windows 10 Pro ISO file.

The story of using Xentry PassThru is a classic "home garage" legend. It follows the journey of a DIY mechanic who wants the power of a professional Mercedes-Benz dealership without the massive price tag of official hardware. The Problem: A Complex Mercedes and a Small Budget

Set to 8192 MB (8 GB) if your host has 16 GB, or 4094 MB (4 GB) minimum. Processors: Allocate at least 2 to 4 cores . xentry passthru vmware

Solid State Drive (SSD) is mandatory. The XENTRY installation folder is massive, containing thousands of tiny files. A traditional HDD will cause the software to freeze or lag. Allocate at least 150 GB to 200 GB of free space. Compatible J2534 Passthru Devices

Note: Ensure you are installing the version of XENTRY, not the OpenShell (XOS) version. OpenShell is designed for dedicated multiplexers like the SD Connect C4/C5/C6. Mount or extract your XENTRY Passthru installation media. Run the Setup.exe file as an Administrator. Choose and select your Windows 10 Pro ISO file

Solid State Drive (SSD) is mandatory. XENTRY on a mechanical HDD is unusable. Free space required: 200 GB to 300 GB (depending on how many data packages and add-ons you install). Software & Drivers

: After Windows is installed, go to VM -> Install VMware Tools to ensure proper driver support and folder sharing between the host and guest . The Problem: A Complex Mercedes and a Small

: PassThru cannot access certain older protocols (K-Line) found on pre-2005 Mercedes models. It is best suited for CAN-bus vehicles (roughly 2006 to present). Ignition Voltage

Unlike the expensive XENTRY OpenShell multiplexers, Passthru versions often cannot automatically detect when the car's key is turned to the ON position.

For older versions (pre-2024), internet should be disabled during activation to prevent online license checks. For versions 25.12.4 and newer, an internet connection may be required due to mandatory MFA.

Visual C++ Redistributable Packages (from 2005 to 2022, both x86 and x64). Step 3: Xentry Passthru Installation