Mercedes Xentry remains the authoritative diagnostic solution for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This guide covers installation procedures for current diagnostic packages.
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## Diagnostic Platform Options https://xentrydownload.store/
### Legacy-Compatible System
– **Dedicated Interface Mandatory**
– Supported Models: W167/W206/W223 chassis
– **Capabilities**:
– Full ECU programming
– WIS/ASRA integration
### Third-Party Device Compatible
– **Hardware Flexibility**: Autel J2534
– Vehicle Coverage: smart/Mercedes commercial trucks
– **Limitations**:
– No DTS Monaco integration
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## Technical Prerequisites
### Essential Components
| **Component** | **Openshell** | **Passthru** |
|—|—|—|
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows Server 2019 |
| CPU | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i5-1135G7 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4 | 8GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 1TB SATA SSD | 256GB SSD |
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## Download Sources
### Mercedes-Benz Portals
1. **XENTRY Portal**:
– Requires valid StartKey [11][12]
– Download Links:
– DMS manuals [3]
– Java Web Start alternative [7]
2. **Diagnostic Marketplace**:
– Purchase diagnosis time credits [11]
– Obtain activation licenses
### Third-Party Solutions
– **ASCOM**:
– Modified OpenShell packages [1][9]
– XDOS 2023.03 with blacklist fixes [6][8]
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## Installation Process
### SD Connect C4 Method
1. Disable antivirus
2. Mount ISO image [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 Mercedes ConfigAssist [11]
2. Connect PassThru interface
3. Retrieve HW ID
4. Apply license file
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## Common Issues
### VCI Recognition Problems
– Reinstall OpenWebStart [7]
– Update interface drivers
### Certificate Errors
1. Modify appletTrustSettings.xml
2. Trust Daimler CAs
### Offline Activation
– Block MB servers in hosts file [8]
– Use Offline_modus.exe with:
