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      12-21-2012, 01:12 AM   #1
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Setting up Laptop for coding

Currently Running Win7 Home Premium SP1 with 1.7GHz processor, 8GB installed RAM and 64-bit. NO CD Drive

I need a 32-bit OS. Downloaded a copy of Windows XP. Currently its an .ISO file. No Cd Drive (Can't burn it to a CD)

I wanted to install the windows xp on either a virtual drive or a memory stick. I've been reading around and been playing around with Daemon tools and Oracle VM VirtualBox but still haven't got anything running.

Some help would be appreciated!
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      12-21-2012, 12:24 PM   #2
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Currently Running Win7 Home Premium SP1 with 1.7GHz processor, 8GB installed RAM and 64-bit. NO CD Drive

I need a 32-bit OS. Downloaded a copy of Windows XP. Currently its an .ISO file. No Cd Drive (Can't burn it to a CD)

I wanted to install the windows xp on either a virtual drive or a memory stick. I've been reading around and been playing around with Daemon tools and Oracle VM VirtualBox but still haven't got anything running.

Some help would be appreciated!
Hey bud. I have a presetup coding VM that I made myself and code with. Basically plug and play except you need to change the port settings (may not even have to do)
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      12-21-2012, 01:06 PM   #3
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Just got VM running! Thanks

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      12-29-2012, 12:00 PM   #4
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Is there anyway I can get a copy of this VM so I can code my car also?
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      01-03-2013, 04:25 PM   #5
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A few options:
1. google and download Oracle VM Virtualbox it's free software and a copy of winxp (or any other 32 bit OS from a wares or torrent link). Install the 32 bit OS within Oracle VM virtualbox.
2. wait for Rich to respond
3. buy a 32 bit OS laptop
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      01-04-2013, 02:39 AM   #6
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Is there anyway I can get a copy of this VM so I can code my car also?
Ill pm you now!
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Hey Rich,

Is your VM running a 32 bit OS with all the drivers installed?

I am running Win XP VM and have had trouble installing drivers I guess? I have a few yellow "?" marks in Device Manager. (Base system Device, and Video Controller (VGA Compatible)

I kind of don't think thats the problem though. Because I had followed every step in Juniors PDF.

I think I have problems with finding the correct port the cable is using :S not sure how i'm wrapping my head around this. (I should probably use the cable soon...lol)
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Hey bud. I have a presetup coding VM that I made myself and code with. Basically plug and play except you need to change the port settings (may not even have to do)
Hi, I'm new to the coding but I'm gonna try to set up my laptop and do the coding myself (Win XP). Just wondering if you mind to send me the presetup VM as well. I will be so appreciated if you can help me. Thanks soo much.
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      01-09-2013, 12:21 AM   #9
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The VGA wont be causing any problem
just make sure you set to COM1 for the USB cable
Latency to 1
Send us what errors you are receiving
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Hey Rich,

Is your VM running a 32 bit OS with all the drivers installed?

I am running Win XP VM and have had trouble installing drivers I guess? I have a few yellow "?" marks in Device Manager. (Base system Device, and Video Controller (VGA Compatible)

I kind of don't think thats the problem though. Because I had followed every step in Juniors PDF.

I think I have problems with finding the correct port the cable is using :S not sure how i'm wrapping my head around this. (I should probably use the cable soon...lol)
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      01-09-2013, 07:08 AM   #10
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I am not exactly sure how to set the com1 for the usb cable,

however I found FTDI drivers off of FTDIchip.com and seem to have sucessfully installed drivers.

In device manager it seems as if the USB cable is com3

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I am not exactly sure how to set the com1 for the usb cable,

however I found FTDI drivers off of FTDIchip.com and seem to have sucessfully installed drivers.

In device manager it seems as if the USB cable is com3
Double click on USB serial port. Click advanced settings then port settings. Set com port to 1 even if it is in use change latency to 1ms
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      01-15-2013, 12:06 AM   #12
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done that, but still not having luck.

I've also been reading about removing pin 8 from the cable, although not sure if I need to do this (for a 2009 Bmw x5 35d and 2011 Bmw 335d)

Maybe when somebody is bored one day, they would like to set up a remote connection to see my configuration

I've got the see-through cable off ebay with a white chip inside pin 7 and 8 soldered together.
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If you have the VM machine it's basically dummy proof and should work right off the bat with just minimal tweaking of the comports. It would lead me to believe its the cable that's defective, or the comport on laptop is defective
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Hey bud. I have a presetup coding VM that I made myself and code with. Basically plug and play except you need to change the port settings (may not even have to do)
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Is there anyway I can get a copy of this VM so I can code my car also?
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Ill pm you now!
Hi Rich,

You seem to be the man.

I have just ordered my cable from one-stop-electronics and now want to get my software set-up. I have a laptop with Windows 7 Home Premium 32bit but as most of the software was designed to work with XP I am wondering could I take advantage of the presetup process you have also using VM?

PM if acceptable.

Thanks,
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      01-16-2013, 11:37 AM   #15
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I dread the setup portion of coding...
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      01-17-2013, 07:12 PM   #16
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Setup is a breeze, just setup my macbook air tonight.
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      01-18-2013, 11:50 PM   #17
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Can anyone help me get past this error:
In INPA

APILNIT: ERROR #135
API-0015 HOST COMMUNICATION ERROR
API INITIALZATION ERROR
NO API CALLS POSSIBLE!
Any help would be great.

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      01-19-2013, 09:43 AM   #18
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Quote:
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Hey bud. I have a presetup coding VM that I made myself and code with. Basically plug and play except you need to change the port settings (may not even have to do)
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Is there anyway I can get a copy of this VM so I can code my car also?
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Ill pm you now!
Hi Rich,

You seem to be the man.

I have just ordered my cable from one-stop-electronics and now want to get my software set-up. I have a laptop with Windows 7 Home Premium 32bit but as most of the software was designed to work with XP I am wondering could I take advantage of the presetup process you have also using VM?

PM if acceptable.

Thanks,
Eddie
Does this mean we can set up VM with win7 home? I believe only pro allows for winXP VM, correct?
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      01-19-2013, 02:07 PM   #19
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Yes you would be able to set it up in almost any OS. Just need to run the software VMware and it will work.
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      01-19-2013, 09:13 PM   #20
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Can someone send me this VM please?
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      01-19-2013, 09:36 PM   #21
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I need Rich's VW as well if someone who has can send it.

thanks
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      01-25-2013, 12:50 PM   #22
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Same. I had it at one point but computer related mishaps led to me losing it. next time I back it up.
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