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Trying to install TechStream V13.00.022 on Win XP

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  1. iskoos

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    I bought the interface and the CD from ebay.

    The CD has the V13.00.022 files and the install video. But the video is Chinese and confusing.
    I have checked many other videos of V13 install but almost all on Win7 and the videos slightly differ from each other.

    I have an old Win XP laptop that I would like to use but cannot find install instructions of V13.00.022.

    Can anyone provide a link to any video or instructions?

    Or you could simply tell me what I need to do.

    So far I installed the software and replaced the MainMenu.exe and Techstream.exe files and stopped there.
    I don't how to move on with drivers installation.
     
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    Thank you for your reply.
    I already saw the link you referring to. First off, those for Win7. Mine is XP. I assume there has to be some minor changes. Most instructions are for Win7 unfortunately. I only found one for XP and it was for V10. Couldn't find any instructions of V13 on Win XP so far.

    The instructions you linked also differs from the other online instructions. I do not have the "Toyota new genkey" folder for example. I cannot copy/paste the TIS loader.
    The instructions I have (the Chinese ones) says I must copy/paste the "MainMenu.exe and TechStream.exe" files into the folder under the TechStream>Properties>Open file location.

    Then the instructions to install the "Device driver" is a bit different. These are the challenges I am facing.

    Guess I will go a head try and see if I get lucky. If not, then I will uninstall and then retry it.
     
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    See the below for example. This is also V13.00.022 installation on Win7. But it is quite different than what the link you posted explains it.

    This video didn't even show the device driver installations.
    So there are different kind of installation.

     
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    This is like trying to install Microsoft office 2019 on windows XP.
     
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    Well, I think I got it. Here are the steps I took on Windows XP (Service Pack 3):

    1. Installed the Techstream via TechStreamsetup.exe
    2. Replaced the MainMenu.exe and TechStream.exe files in the bin file.
    3. Opened the TechStream software and selected the Area, Language and filled in the info lines (Name, phone #, address etc.)
    4. Then installed the Device drive "Mini VCI Driver for Toyota.msi"
    5. Ran the "MVCI Firmware Update tool" At this point, I connected the Mini VCI OBD2 interface to my laptop's USB port. My laptop found and recognized the USB device. I clicked on the "Device Info" and was able to see the Interface firmware info.
    6. Started the TechStream.exe the second time and clicked on "Connect to Vehicle" on the top left. I got prompted with the activation code. I entered the activation code and my 5000 days of subscription:) started at the bottom left.

    I haven't connected to my Prius yet. Hopefully that will go smooth... Can't complain for the money I spent regardless of the outcome.
     
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    Well, I paid $9 USD for my mini vci from Aliexpress. It is a sunk cost if it doesn't work.

    I decided to buy mine off of AliExpress rather than Amazon when I learned that many sellers on Amazon are just resellers.
     
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    Hello -
    Is it working? Can you post where on ebay you purchased it? I'm thinking of getting one but not sure where to get it reliably.
    Thanks,
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    I bought this a few days ago. Painless install, no trojans, no viri, good experience. Firmware version is 1.4.1 (I expected 2.0). It works, so I guess I don't care (should I?).

    My install was on Win7 64 bit.
     
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    Trying to get my Techstream 13.00.022 setup properly on my windows XP laptop . I am little confused about replacing the MainMenu.exe and TechStream.exe files in the bin file.

    Where are you obtaining the files that they you are using to replace the existing MainMenu.exe and TechStream.exe files?

    Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
     
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    Typically they are on the CD that accompanies the J2534 protocol harness;).

    When I got our Mini VCI cable several years ago, it came with a CD and on there was a video of what to do:).

    Good luck with your install and keep us posted(y).
     
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    I cannot find it right now, but there was a good explanation of how to do this on a Toyota Tacoma forum,
     
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    I got the Techstream 13.00.022 program installed on my Dell Inspiron E1405 laptop with Windows XP. But it appears that the USB ports are not working properly. Because after I click on "Connect to Vehicle", I never receive the message "Initializing USB Communication." See pic snipped from the video that came with the software (please note, I purchased 13.00.022 software but received a video about v10.30.029). I have tried connecting with vehicle off, ready mode and two start hits without key on brake (whatever that is called). Still no communication.

    My thought is that the USB ports are not working thus no communication. Anyone know how to test USB ports on a Windows XP laptop for function?

    screenshot of USB_initialization.JPG
     
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    Sounds like you didn't install the driver for the cable

    Insert a different USB item and see if it works
     
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    I tried a flash drive yesterday. Which was not recognized. After some research, I learned that the flash-drive was not recognized due to the USB protocols in place at the time Window XP was produced.

    Do you know what USB items will absolutely work with a WIndows XP USB port?
     
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    It could also be a COM port issue;).

    Another item to investigate(y).
     
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    07172020_screenshot_directory_techstream_13.00.022.JPG I am posting a pic of the Techstream CD directory. See pic below. I watched the video and did as instructed. However, the following file was not used on the CD: mvci-x64.reg.

    I assumed the 64 in the name meant that this file was to be used by 64 bit systems (Windows Xp is 32 bit).

    Does anyone know what the mvci-x64.reg file is used for?
     
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    Thanks!!! I will investigate com port issues.
     
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    Might be a USB driver issue. You said your laptop is a Dell? On Dell's website, find the driver download page for your laptop model. Once there, find the USB driver. Download and install that
     
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    Many thanks!!!! I will try this course of action later this afternoon (when I get a break from work).
     
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