Xentry Openshell remains the official analysis system for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This guide covers installation procedures for recent software versions.
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## Diagnostic Platform Options https://xentrydownload.store/
### Legacy-Compatible System
– **SD Connect C4/C5/C6 Requirement**
– Supported Models: W167/W206/W223 chassis
– **Capabilities**:
– Complete module coding
– Repair manual linking
### Third-Party Device Compatible
– **Multi-Brand Tool Support**: Autel J2534
– Supported Models: Euro 5/6 certified vehicles
– **Limitations**:
– Limited module access
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## System Requirements
### Mandatory Specifications
| **Component** | **Openshell** | **Passthru** |
|—|—|—|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10 64-bit |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO | Xeon E3-1220 v5 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4 | 8GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 512GB NVMe SSD | 256GB SSD |
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## Software Acquisition Methods
### Official Channels
1. **Daimler RetailFactory**:
– Requires valid StartKey [11][12]
– Access Points:
– EWANAPI integration guides [3]
– OpenWebStart 1.6.0 [7]
2. **XENTRY Shop**:
– Purchase subscription packages [11]
– Obtain HW ID-specific StartKeys
### Alternative Providers
– **TechRoute66**:
– Modified OpenShell packages [1][9]
– Passthru EU 23.12.3 with pre-cracked licenses [6][8]
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## Installation Process
### SD Connect C4 Method
1. Configure firewall exceptions
2. Extract 23GB archive [1]
3. Run XDOS_Installer.bat
4. Set ProgramData permissions
5. Apply Xentry-gadget fix [8]:
– Username: **xentry**
– Password: **123456**
### Passthru EU Configuration
1. Install Diagnostic Framework [11]
2. Connect J2534 device
3. Retrieve HW ID
4. Upload StartKey
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## Troubleshooting
### Connection Failures
– Reinstall OpenWebStart [7]
– Update interface drivers
### Certificate Errors
1. Modify appletTrustSettings.xml
2. Trust Daimler CAs
### Offline Activation
– Set offline.properties to read-only [8]
– Use Offline_modus.exe with:
