Mac with at least 10.9 Mavericks, I’m updated to Sierra; Windows - I’m using 32-bit XP, but I’ve also loaded Techstream on a 32-bit Vista machine without any issues. I haven’t done it, but I’ve read it can be tricky (but possible) with newer 64-bit operating systems. Stay with the 32-bit to keep it simple; Techstream - I used 9.10.
I decided to try and get Toyota TIS Techstream loaded on my Mac, from the 15-year-old PCs (my ’98 LC and the wife’s ’11 LX); and everything appears to be working as it should, so I figured I’d share how I have Techstream set up if anyone else wants to do the same.
To get started, you’ll need:
Setup
Xcode 8.1 – download and install:
Xcode on the Mac App Store
Open Terminal and run the following to agree to license and install Xcode command line utility:
sudo xcodebuild -license
xcode-select –install
MacPorts – download and install:
https://www.macports.org/install.php
Add environment variables to your .profile (might be .bash_profile depending on how you’re set up.)
Open Terminal and run the following:
nano ~/.profile
Copy/paste the following lines into the editor:
export PATH=/opt/local/bin:/opt/local/sbin:$PATH
export MANPATH=/opt/local/share/man:$MANPATH
Contol-o, [return], control-x to save changes and exit
Install other packages MacPorts and VirtualBox need:
sudo port install libidl +universal doxygen texlive texlive-latex-extra texlive-fonts-extra cdrtools openssl
VirtualBox – download and install:
http://download.virtualbox.org/virtualbox/5.1.10/VirtualBox-5.1.10-112026-OSX.dmg
Create your VM (Virtual Machine)
Apple signature release. Start VirtualBox from the Applications folder.
Select New (top right round blue icon, or Machine>New from the menu)
Name and operating system:
Name = whatever you want e.g. XP
Type = Microsoft Windows
Version = the OS you intend to install e.g.Windows XP (32-bit)
Memory size:
I initially went with 192MB and later increased it to 8192 MB
Hard disk
Check Create virtual hard disk now
Hard disk file type
Check VDI (VirtualBox Disk Image)
Storage on physical hard disk Drivers ed at haftr.
Check Dynamically allocated
File location and size
Name your hard disk file (I just re-used XP from above)
virtual hard disk size = 10.00 GB
Windows – install it on your VM
Start your VM (double-click it on the left or select start from above)
It will prompt you for your Windows install method.
If you have an XP disc, you’ll need to allow your VM to access your Macs disk drive: select VBoxGuestAdditions.iso.
If you’re installing Windows from a file, use the folder icon on the right to select the .iso file on your Mac.
Follow the prompts, it will be straightforward and will vary depending on your version of Windows
VM settings
You should still have two windows open: your Windows environment and VM VirtualBox Manager. The following settings can be accessed through either window.
Windows environment > Menu > Devices > Insert Guest Additions CD Image…
Follow the prompts, no changes to the default settings
Reboot
Windows environment > Menu > Devices > Drag and Drop > Bidirectional
Windows environment > Menu > Devices > Network > Network Settings
Bridged adapter
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Advanced > Promiscuous Mode = Allow VMs
Plug in your Mini-VCI cable
Windows environment > Menu > Devices > USB > USB Settings
Plus icon on the right
Select your Mini-VCI cable
Windows environment > Menu > Devices > Shared Folders > Shared Folders Settings
Plus icon on the right
Navigate to a folder e.g. I used my Mac’s desktop
Name it whatever you want e.g.macDesktop
Check both Auto-mount and Make Permanent
Install Techstream software
The settings above should allow you to access your shared folder, get to the internet, and drag and drop files from OS X to your VM. My Mac does not have an optical drive, but I would guess it also needs enabled for Windows to be able to read your Techstream install disk. I found another copy on the internet and just used that instead of creating a .iso file on another machine and moving it to my Mac.
Before opening Techstream, open C:Program FilesToyota DiagnosticsTechstreamEnvIT3System.ini in notepad and change TISFunction=1 to TISFunction=0. It will save you from some annoying registration alerts. It may already be edited depending on where you got you Techstream.
Install Mini-VCI driver
Last step is the driver for the Mini-VCI cable. If you bought an eBay or Amazon cable that included Techstream, it should be on the disc they sent with it. Your looking for “MVCI Driver for TOYOTA.msi” or something similar. Again, I just googled around and found this one that worked: https://onedrive.live.com/?cid=75C933EE49501E9A&id=75C933EE49501E9A!126
Techstream definitely works with the Microsoft Windows 10 (x64) operating system. Here are easy directions for newbies to install/setup Techstream on Windows 10 64 bit for VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota.
Questions and answers… here you go.
Q: I am trying to download a version of Techstream to my Windows 10, 64 bit computer, so I may use my new VCX Nano to diagnose my car issue- won’t start after 6 weeks sitting dormant.
A: Techstream has been compatible with 64 bit OSes for a while, so I don’t think that is your problem.
However, the driver for VxDaig Nano (which is what I think you meant) is not a 64 bit driver, so you will need to go back the sellers of VxDaig and seek their support to load it on a 64-bit system.
The other option, find a cheap laptop on eBay or CL with Win 7 and follow the VxDaig Nano instructions and it will load right up.
Q: What version of Techstream is compatible with the 2nd gen? Will v12 work?
A: I had 12.xx.024 for a bit but it was minus several menus needed for better diagnostics:(.
The guy I share the Prolong setup with used the version 12 software on his 2007, so it’ll work on a Gen2 ;).
Reloaded 10.30.029 and it works well(y).
Q: Can you post the instructions or a good link for installation on win 10?
A: This link describes the installation process, possibly with link to the software.
http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2017/01/24/install-mini-vci-with-techstream-v10-on-64bit-computer/
I think the first requirement is that your mini VCI cable hardware is capable of 32 and 64 bit, I think some of the earlier cables may be 32-bit (XP) only. If capable of 64-bit, then they give you a small CD with some special files “XHorse” and it takes a little bravery to mess with your Registry etc. Download go game for windows.
Btw, Many people will not be able to follow the instructions to install the necessary cominents. Bora uslusoy gitar metodu pdf. No judgement here, it is just reality. Picture style canon vintage.
Which is why I up telling people to stick with using an XP laptop instead.
That would be great if you have an XP laptop (or desktop) available…it is definitely a much easier install. But going forward I presume that’ll be harder to find. I thought the Win10 instructions were a little confusing but I worked thru it.
Q: How to install Techstream v10 on Windows 64 bit?
A: Quick note on techstream 10.x with windows 7 or greater x64 with the 1.4.1 (and possibly the 2.0.1) Mini VCI cable. I was having absolute fits trying to get the driver recognized. Turns out the cable was being recognized as a Broadcom Bluetooth 3.0 Chip. If you select that device, Select Update driver, Select Let me Pick From a list of device drivers on my computer (letting windows scan a specific location doesnt work), then click have disk and browse to the location of your MCVI drivers (Should be C:Program Files (x86)XHorse ElectronicsMVCI Driver for TOYOTA TIS) and go to the ftdibus directory and select the ftdibus.inf file. This will get the correct drivers in place for the bus. The COM drivers will install automatically after you get the bus driver in place.
Hopefully the search engines pick this up and it is helpful for someone else.
Q: Tips needed for Windows 10.
A: anyone wanting to try this, use a laptop of computer (or virtual machine) that you have zero personal information on and you do not banking or commerce with.
#1 top attack vector (phishing, malware, spyware…etc) is from these kinds of unauthorized downloads.
Techstream is a paid-for item from Toyota. any pirated copies, wow rolling the dice there….
go ahead and use it but on a laptop that is disposable and you do zero personal or private work with
source: this is what I do for a living (everything and anything in the CISSP)
Q: Does anyone have answers and easy directions for computer dummies?
A: TIS Techstream V10 Setup Instruction ( !!! for 64 bit system !!! ) :
You should now see two new devices: “Universal Serial Bus ControllersUSB Serial Converte”and “Ports (COM & LPT)USB Serial Port (COMx)”.
* Attention: It’s C:Program Files (x86) not C:Program Files , BIG DIFFERENCE !!!
* Important Note:
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Register Techstream Software (S314-03)
Network connection is unavailable. A network connection is required to use Techstream software.
You can only connect 29 more times without a network connection before software registration is required.
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You can reset that as following steps:
Go to C:Program FilesToyota DiagnosticsTechstreamEnv and find “IT3usercustom.ini”file and look for “Connectioncount=1″or what ever number of times you tried and just delete “connectioncount=1”. Click save and you should be reseted back to 30
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