Xentry Openshell remains the authoritative diagnostic solution for Mercedes cars and trucks. This guide covers installation procedures for recent software versions.
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## Xentry Openshell vs Passthru https://xentrydownload.store/
### Workshop-Focused Platform
– **SD Connect C4/C5/C6 Requirement**
– Vehicle Coverage: 2002-2023 Mercedes vehicles
– **Capabilities**:
– System parametrization
– Technical documentation access
### Xentry Passthru EU
– **Multi-Brand Tool Support**: Autel J2534
– Supported Models: Euro 5/6 certified vehicles
– **Limitations**:
– Offline coding unavailable
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## Technical Prerequisites
### Mandatory Specifications
| **Component** | **Openshell** | **Passthru** |
|—|—|—|
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 10 64-bit |
| CPU | Intel i7-1165G7 | 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 dealership account [11][12]
– Download Links:
– EWANAPI integration guides [3]
– OpenWebStart 1.6.0 [7]
2. **XENTRY Shop**:
– Purchase subscription packages [11]
– Obtain activation licenses
### Third-Party Solutions
– **TechRoute66**:
– Modified OpenShell packages [1][9]
– Passthru EU 23.12.3 with pre-cracked licenses [6][8]
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## Software Setup Steps
### Openshell XDOS Workflow
1. Disable antivirus
2. Mount ISO image [1]
3. Run XDOS_Installer.bat
4. Configure RIAD cache
5. Apply Xentry-gadget fix [8]:
– Username: **xentry**
– Password: **123456**
### J2534 Setup
1. Install Diagnostic Framework [11]
2. Connect PassThru interface
3. Generate activation request
4. Apply license file
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## Common Issues
### VCI Recognition Problems
– Reinstall OpenWebStart [7]
– Update interface drivers
### Security Warnings
1. Disable Java security
2. Import Mercedes CA certificates
### Persistent Login
– Set offline.properties to read-only [8]
– Use Offline_modus.exe with:
