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Installing the J2534 Device Drivers
In order for the device to operate correctly with the target PC diagnostic application, you
will need to first install the DA-Dongle J2534 device drivers onto the PC that will control the
device. This can be done by following the procedure outlined below.
Note: The DA-Dongle J2534 supports Windows XP, Windows Vista (32 bit) and Windows 7
(32 bit).
It is important to install the DA J2534 Device Setup software before plugging your
DA-Dongle J2534 device into your computer.
Note: The following steps may differ slightly dependent upon the operating system or
components that are installed on your computer, but in general these are standard install steps.
1. Download the 'DA J2534 Device Setup Vx.x.zip' from:
http://www.diagnostic-associates.com/pages/downloads
The version number x.xx will be the latest available for the Diagnostic Associates
J2534 devices and must be used in conjunction with the appropriate software
loaded on the DA-Dongle J2534.
2. Unzip the files to a folder on the PC you want to use your DA-Dongle J2534 device with.
3. Double-click on the setup.exe file to begin the installation.
Note: If you do not have the .net Framework 4.0 on your PC this will be automatically
installed now. Similarly if you don't have the Visual C++ 2010 Runtime Libraries (x86)
installed you will be prompted to install these now also. When these have been installed
and completed the DA J2534 Software Setup Wizard installation will begin.
4. Choose a location to store the files. You may either leave the default installation
folder or choose your own and then confirm the installation. The DA J2534 software will
now install. During this part of the process two MS-DOS style windows will pop-up and
may remain on your screen for some time (even after the main installation application is at
the installation complete stage), this is perfectly normal. Do not attempt to close the MS-
DOS style windows manually as this will prevent the DA J2534 device drivers being
installed successfully, they will close automatically when the device driver install is
complete.
5. Plug your DA-Dongle J2534 device into your computer using the supplied USB cable. The
device will automatically be recognised by Windows and is now ready for use with your
chosen J2534 application.
Note: You should have no issues installing this software, however in the event that you
experience problems, then please contact the support desk via the website to assist you in
resolving your issue, once you have verified your issue.