Clone Xentry Connect C5- Good & Bad Things

I bought “Original Clone Xentry Connect C5” from China’s retail store Obd2tool.com in 2017/12.
Good thing:
1. Unlike bad products of C5 type C4 motherboard, texture is good
2. DoIP specification
Bad thing:
1. Because it is VM system + 32bit, the reaction is slow (SSD though …)
2. Vediamo can be used, but feeling like driving with DELL D 630 (unsuitable)
3. The DTS Monaco software is installed but the connection with the vehicle is NG (currently retail stores and manufacturer engineers are thinking about how to fix it)
4. Passwords are applied to each drive, making it hard to customize
5. Retail shops and manufacturer engineers lack knowledge (take time to support)
My thoughts
I think purchasing this product is still early.
There are too many trouble elements.
I’ll report it when the situation changes.
What I currently use (stable and comfortable)
New car: eCom (64 bit)
Normal: Clone SDConnect C4 (64 bit)
Old car: Clone C3
Best regards

XentryDAS Expire, How to solve

Here is 12.2017 Xentry/DAS Expire Error Message and Solution:
Xentry/DAS Expire Error:
La validata dell’attuale versione dei dati scadra dal 2018/02/21. installare una versione dei dati attuale.
Error message in English:
The validated current version of the data will range from 2018/02/21. install a current version of the data.
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How to solve:
Reactivate SDConnect 4 or setup your PC time earlier
Better reactivate
Xentry/das can be reactivated yourself anytime if you have software from the site: obd2tool.com

How to do 2009 Benz E350 Gas tank mod reset cluster

Purpose:do Gas tank mod reset cluster on my 2009 E350.
Tool option: MB SD Connect C4 with dell 6410 laptop(Has ssd, 4gb mem, so it should be quicker than a dell630.)
Here we go:
Found out how to reset cluster: See below part,  it’s towards the end of the post.
Gas Tank Mod (Gallons) ***Need Developer Mode***


After you hit F3 it will carry on the coding process (hit “F1” to go back)
so we can reset the ECU so coding can take effect by MB SD Connect C4.

So far I’m loving STAR. I am going to code the car this weekend for Bi-Xenons and then code the card to accept the OEM front LED city lights. I’m doing a e55 bi-xenon retro fit to replace the stock crappy h7 halogen e55 projectors.

SDconnect C4 connection problem- Das fault (1.1) -1.501.9878

SD Connect C4 fails to connect and comes up with the error message:
Das fault (1.1) -1.501.9878
The mux is connecting, with diagnosis computer both by lan cable or wifi ( passed and respond to all self tests), no lcd problems or blocked (!) . The fault comes when das try to initialize the mux green led blinks about 10 sec,and this fault comes no matter is from das standalone or launched from xentry.
Software & install:
xentry 12.2015 , das bin, blacklist fixed etc on a dell d630 appid 253 and ……
Solutions:
You must change IP address in windows.172.29.127.119:
Go into “Control Panel”, “Network Connection”, “Local Network Connection”> right click > properties > choose this one with TCP/IP, select this, chose properties, choose manually ip, and put this ip “172.29.127.119”, mask 255.255.0.0 (as you will get when type ip), rest of field, leave blank.
if it does not work
Try one more time make update of these 2 package.

12.2017 XENTRYDAS Win 7 Win 10：Test OK

12.2017 XENTRY/DAS Windows 7 or Windows 10:
Both OK.12.2017 XENTRY OpenShell XDOS is updated and tested successfully for use. Download link:
http://www.obd2tool.com/goods-6841-MB+SD+Connect+C4C5+Star+Diagnosis+Plus+Panasonic+CF19+Laptop++With+Vediamo+and+DTS.html
But I don’t recommend windows 10 at all at least if you don’t know how to manage it
try windows 7 and I am asure you will be more comfortable]
final note, you need a good version which should not be manipulated or pre-activated
D-A-S / Xentry 2017.12….Confirmed!
Workshop Information System (WIS net) 2017.09….Confirmed!
Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC.net) 2017.09….Confirmed!
Part Location Finder (ST Finder) 2008/2016….Confirmed!
STARUTILITIES ….Confirmed!
SDMEDIA 2014….Confirmed!
Price List PL71 2016….Confirmed!



12.2017 XDOS Activation via Startkeycenter
This is the startkeycenter I used to activate 12.2017 Xdos with old keys. Move the folder to C:>PROGRAM FILES(x86)>MERCEDES BENZ. Launch startkeycenter from folder. Insert keys for xentry only. For DAS you should move the LIC.SLI file to C:PROGRAM FILES(x86)>MERCEDES BENZ>DAS>BIN which will activate it with no timeout. Blacklist is self explanatory which folders they should go in. I don’t claim any of this files…… I am just sharing which is what this Obd2tool.com is supposed to be about.

Top Reasons to Get MB Star SD C4C5 and Laptop Full Package

Here list reasons why you should buy a Benz MB Star diagnostic tool with a laptop full package:
—With the Dell D630’s dedicated serial port, there was no issue for me…. it was plug and play… I just loaded the HDD from the Seller into my Dell and all I needed to do was activate WIS/EPC and XENTRY/DAS with “activation keys”… I only use the Dell for mb star sd c4 purposes…
—Bought an older Dell D630 laptop with a serial port and plan on buying MB SD Connect C4 directly installed in a Dell D630 hard drive. No Virtual Machine issues.
—Benz Star diagnosis C3 / C4 actually specifies the computer or tablet used in the SDS environment… The T30 is rather slow but will get the job done.
—If your ever in the market for a faster SDS laptop, the Dell D630 with at least 2Ghz and the speed improvement especially when using Xentry is like night and day.
—the HDD that is pre-loaded with the software for SDConnect 4 by the Seller, is inserted into the DELL D630… The DELL D630 is the fastest laptop with the RS232 feature.
—Need to connect directly into a RS232 port without using an interface – this is why I went for the complete system with laptop.
—The software Xentry/ DAS is a bit slow on an old IBM so that it is worth paying a bit extra and getting a Dell D630.
—There is a very specific set of COM ports you must use for it to work. For example you need DAS to be looking at COMx within the VM session, then VMware needs to redirect that to COMx which is a ‘physical’ serial port on your machine.
—It’s probably because it has a real com port. Most laptops these days have just a USB port and things don’t always work right if you’re using a USB to RS-232 converter. You wouldn’t want to brick a component during an update if you’re using USB. The other option would be to get a C4 system, but then they cost more. I think there are a couple other systems out there like IBM that also have real com ports.
—The PART D mux(C3) is a serial ported mux—that’s the reason for the Dell and IBM older laptops.
—The PART W mux(SD connect C4) is and Ethernet/wifi connected system and that is the reason for use on other laptops—the issue is the operating system currently DAS Xentry only runs on XP.
—Plug and play!! It is more convenient for users because the software for C3/SD C4 diagnostic tool will be pre-installed before delivery.
Here are MB STAR diagnostic kits (tool+laptop) for sale:
all software pre-installed!!!
ready for use!!!
2017.12 Version MB SD Connect C4/C5 Star Diagnosis Plus Panasonic CF19 Laptop With Vediamo and DTS Engineering Software

2017.12 MB SD Connect C4 with Super Engineering Software DTS monaco And Vediamo Plus EVG7 Tablet Support Offline Program

MB SD Connect Compact 4 Star Diagnosis Tool 2017.12 Plus Dell D630 Laptop With Vediamo and DTS Engineering Software

V2017.12 MB SD C4/C5 Star Diagnosis Plus Panasonic CF52 Laptop With Vediamo and DTS Engineering Software Support Offline

MB SD C4 Star Diagnostic Tool With Vediamo V05.01.00 Engineering Software Plus EVG7 Tablet PC Support Offline Program

V2017.12 MB SD Connect C5/C4 Star Diagnosis Plus Lenovo T410 Laptop With DTS and Vediamo Engineering Software

MB SD Connect Compact 4 Mb star C4 Diagnosis Tool With WiFi 2017.12 Plus EVG7 Diagnostic Controller Tablet PC

How To Activate 2017.12 MB SD Connect C4 C5 Xentry

User guide:how to activate 2017.12 MB SD Connect C4/C5 start key
Step-by-step ,here you are:
Step 1: Double Check the icon name ” ConfigAssist” which on the computer desktop.
Step2: Select ” SDconnect”

Step3: Select ” Configure”.

Step 4: Select the icon as picture.


Step5:

Step 6 and 7 :

Step 8 , 9 and 10.

Step 11: Successful to Activation MB SD Connect C4 C5 MB Star Diagnostic Tools

If you are interesting in buy MB STAR Diagnostic Tools , Please contact our sales via email  sales@obd2tool.com ,better price waiting you.

2017 DoIP Xentry Connect C5 MB Star Diagnosis- What’s New

Real Benz diagnostic tool DoIP Xentry Connect C5 came as the newest star diagnosis system in the year 2017. it’s 1:1 clone of the original. Same as the one produced by French ACTIA Company, can test Engine /Transmission / air conditioning /SRS.ABS/ anti-theft system and OBD-II system, for basic diagnostic, SCN coding & ECU programming.

What’s new? & what is updated, compared with sdconnect c4?
1 This MB SD Connect C5 is the real version with HQ PCB like the original, not the cheap one made by SD connect PCB.(attach PCB photos in the last part)
2 support the newest hybrid W222.
3 has an Ethernet switch, which switches the TCP/IP messages in the event of DoIP diagnosis to the vehicle side.

4 has a qualitative improvement in hardware and software by authorization of diagnostic interface to control the software.
Hardware: The hardware of C5 is better and stable than SDconnect C4
1.OS: Windows Embedded Standard 7(32bit)
2.Processor: ArrandaieCeleron P4500 oder P4505(38W TDP)
3.Memory: 4G hard disk with 256GB SSD
4.Display: 128*64 PX
5.Battery: 40 minutes (When CPU capacity to 60%)
6.Weight: 1.9KG
7.Network connection: WLAN : IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n2.4+5GHZ
The way to connect: support wireless connection via 1000M workshop switches, also support wired connection.
Software: All BENZ diagnostic software 2017.9 is loaded into the Xentry Connect multiplexer itself.
The management software can be installed on any computer with Windows 7 – 32-bit or Windows 8 – 32-bit and serves only for communication with the multiplexer
The licensing system is reworked – now licenses are stored on MB servers – Any license changes are tracked by the multiplexer when connected to the Internet network.
5 at a lower price: the 1:1 clone of the original C5 is much more cheaper than that from the ACTIA Company
Undoubtedly, the original c5 with Panasonic tablet from the ACTIA Company is excellent … But … Its price is disheartening. The cost of the Japanese tablet is realistic to buy pieces of eight new laptops or tablets from other manufacturers.
Attachment: Xentry Connect C5 PCB- real & fake
PCB from real DoIP Xentry Connect C5


This board is verified to work no issues.

PCB from fake SD Connect C5 (actual SD Connect C4 in C5 case)

the fake mb star c5 has nothing update
it is another SD connect c4 from OBD2TOOL with a different look only
fake C5 adopts the same design in appearance as the genuine from French ACTIA Company
same sw, some PCB, same result as SDconnect
So,  Why you should buy Xentry connect?
After 2015, all Star Diagnosis equipment is no longer supported. First of all, this means that there is no update of the diagnostic data for the newest cars and their systems, as well as the lack of the possibility of coding and programming of electronic units due to the backlog of the software data level in the device, from data in the electronic control units of the car.
Already at the end of 2014, at most dealerships, almost all of the previously used MB SD Connect C4 with SDConnect DoIP multiplexers were almost completely removed. Instead, dealers received Xentry Kit kits, which include the latest Xentry Connect multiplexers and Xentry Tab tablets from Panasonic. Tablets are custom-made, although they also have a “civilian” version – the Panasonic Toughbook CF-D1, somewhat inferior in terms of battery life to the original Xentry Tab, but it has a much more powerful configuration.