Xentry Passthru remains the authoritative diagnostic solution for Mercedes cars and trucks. This guide covers installation procedures for 2023-2025 releases.
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## Diagnostic Platform Options https://xentrydownload.store/
### Legacy-Compatible System
– **SD Connect C4/C5/C6 Requirement**
– Vehicle Coverage: W167/W206/W223 chassis
– **Capabilities**:
– System parametrization
– Repair manual linking
### J2534-Enabled Version
– **Multi-Brand Tool Support**: VAS 5054
– Vehicle Coverage: Euro 5/6 certified vehicles
– **Limitations**:
– No DTS Monaco integration
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## Technical Prerequisites
### Mandatory Specifications
| **Component** | **Openshell** | **Passthru** |
|—|—|—|
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows Server 2019 |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO | Intel i5-1135G7 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4 | 8GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 1TB SATA SSD | 500GB HDD |
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## Software Acquisition Methods
### Mercedes-Benz Portals
1. **XENTRY Portal**:
– Requires corporate credentials [11][12]
– Download Links:
– EWANAPI integration guides [3]
– OpenWebStart 1.6.0 [7]
2. **Diagnostic Marketplace**:
– Purchase diagnosis time credits [11]
– Obtain HW ID-specific StartKeys
### Third-Party Solutions
– **TechRoute66**:
– Offline activation tools [1][9]
– Passthru EU 23.12.3 with pre-cracked licenses [6][8]
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## Installation Process
### SD Connect C4 Method
1. Disable antivirus
2. Mount ISO image [1]
3. Run Setup.exe
4. Configure RIAD cache
5. Apply Xentry-gadget fix [8]:
– Username: **xentry**
– Password: **123456**
### J2534 Setup
1. Install Mercedes ConfigAssist [11]
2. Connect J2534 device
3. Retrieve HW ID
4. Apply license file
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## Troubleshooting
### Connection Failures
– Reinstall OpenWebStart [7]
– Check SD C4 firmware
### Certificate Errors
1. Disable Java security
2. Import Mercedes CA certificates
### Persistent Login
– Block MB servers in hosts file [8]
– Use Xentry Login Gadget with:
