If you’re you're already familiar with xHP Flashtool for Android or iOS, xHP Flashtool for Windows will come naturally to yoube second nature. xHP Flashtool for Windows offers the same functionality as the mobile versions for Android on and iOS. Thanks to our cross-platform license licence management, you can simply sign log in with your existing xHP account and connect to existing vehicles or unlock new vehiclesones.
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System Requirements
Though Although xHP Flashtool for Windows has been thoroughly extensively tested on various devices without any issues, there might exist system configurations that do not offer the experience we’re a variety of devices with no problems, there may be system configurations that don't provide the experience we are aiming for. Please adhere to follow our general guidelines and the minimum specifications below. If you experience any difficulty problems running xHP Flashtool for Windows on your computer don’t , please don't hesitate to contact us at support@rbttuning support@xautomotive.com.
Minimum specifications
Processor: x86 or x64, Intel Core i3 (sixth generation or newer) or equivalent
Operating System: Windows 10 Version 1809 (OS build 17763) or higher
Your version of Windows must support the .msixbundle package format in order to install xHP Flashtool for Windows. Check the link below if you are unsure:
RAM: 4 GB
Internet: A An Internet connection is required to log in, unlock licenses, and download resources
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“Windows protected your PC”When executing The first time you run the xHP installer for the first time, Windows may show display a message saying “Windows "Windows has protected your PC”PC". To run the install installation anyway, please click “More Info” and “Run anyway”click 'Read more' and 'Run anyway'. |
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The installer will automatically pre-select the latest version available. To install xHP Flashtool click the Install button and follow the instructions.
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Troubleshooting
If the installation process fails with the following error message, try again until it succeeds. Sometimes Windows downloads additional files in the background that are only not available after for a few minutes.
App installation failed with error message: Deployment Add operation with target volume C: on Package RBTTUNINGGMBH.xHPFlashtool_4.4.3200.0_neutral_~_29q70by4rbtbc from: (xHP.Flashtool.UWP_4.4.3200.0_x86.msixbundle) failed with error 0x8000FFFF. See for help diagnosing app deployment issues. (0x8000ffff)
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Once xHP Flashtool is installed on your computer, it will check for new updates when it startson startup. If a new version is available, you will be prompted to upgrade to the new version.
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Set up Connection
Before you startget started, please make sure you’re you're familiar with our general connection and hardware recommendations: xHP Flashtool - Supported Flashing Hardware
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xHP Flashtool will automatically detect when if an OBD/DCAN Cable cable is connected to your computer.
Usually, OBD/DCAN cable connections work straight out of the box, though but in some cases it is required , you may need to install an additional FTDI driver.
Drivers: additional Additional FTDI VCP driver required in some cases (Source:
https://ftdichip.com/drivers/d2xx-drivers/)
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Network settings: no additional settings
Firewall settings: no additional settings
THOR WiFi Adapter
Just connect to the THOR WiFi Adapter as you would connect to a regular WiFi network. The connection
More information about the DCAN Cable can be found here.
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The DCAN-cable cannot be used to unlock and then flash the 3rd generation 8HP transmission in G-Series BMWs and the new Supra. Those need a DCAN Wi-Fi, BM3 Wi-Fi orMHD UNI adapter.. |
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DCAN Wi-Fi Adapter
Connect to one of the supported DCAN Wi-Fi adapters to a regular Wi-Fi network. The supported adapters are
Thor Wi-Fi adapter (pink)
MHD Wi-Fi Adapter (orange)
xHP Flashtool Wi-Fi adapter (blue)
Connection to the vehicle should work straight away immediately, regardless of network and firewall settings.
Drivers: no additional drivers requiredare needed
Network settings: no additional settings are required
Firewall settings: no additional settings
ENET WiFi Adapter
Just connect to the ENET WiFI Adapter as you would to a regular WiFi network. In some cases, the connection will not work straight away and additional network settings are required. Sometimes are required
More information about the DCAN Wi-Fi Adapter can be found here.
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Possible issues with the Wi-Fi Connection Ensure that only one device (phone/tablet/laptop) is connected to the WiFi adapter at a time. Multiple devices connected to the same static IP will cause network conflicts. The device appears to be correctly connected to the WiFi adapter, but your car does not appear to be connected in the app. |
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ENET Cable
Plug the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on your computer. Sometimes, the connection may not work immediately, and additional network settings may be required. Sometimes, unused Windows network adapters interfere with the connection and must therefore need to be deactivateddisabled.
If you don’t don't know which network adapters to deactivatedisable, you can try to deactivate disable all network adapters except the WiFi Ethernet adapter and see if the connection works. You can then re-activate enable the network adapters to find out which causes the interferencedetermine which ones are causing the problem.
Drivers: no additional drivers are required
Network settings: deactivate unused network adapters (NAT bridges, etc.)
Firewall settings: no additional settings are required
ENET Cable
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More information about the ENET cable can be found here.
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The ENET cable cannot be used to unlock the 3rd generation 8HP transmission in G Series BMWs and the new Supra. Those need a DCAN Wi-Fi, BM3 Wi-Fi orMHD UNI adapter. Theoretically, you could use an ENET cable after unlocking your transmission. However, if you need to unlock the transmission in the future, e.g. after uninstalling xHP or a software update, you will need a DCAN Wi-Fi, BM3 Wi-Fi orMHD UNI adapter again. |
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ENET Wi-Fi Adapter
Connect the ENET WiFi adapter to a regular WiFi network. Sometimes, the connection may not work immediately, and additional network settings may be required. Sometimes, unused Windows network adapters interfere with the connection and must therefore need to be deactivateddisabled.
If you don’t don't know which network adapters to deactivateturn off, you can try to deactivate turning off all network adapters except the Ethernet Wi-Fi adapter and see if the connection works. You can then re-activate enable the network adapters to find out which causes ones are causing the interference.
Drivers: no additional drivers required
Network settings: deactivate unused network adapters (NAT bridges, etc.)
Firewall settings: no additional settings are required
More information about the ENET Wi-Fi Adapter can be found here.
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Possible issues with the Wi-Fi Connection Ensure that only one device (phone/tablet/laptop) is connected to the Wi-Fi adapter at a time. This may cause your device to appear to be correctly connected to the Wi-Fi adapter, even though your car may not appear in the app or you may not be able to flash. |
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The ENET Wi-Fi adapters cannot be used to unlock the 3rd generation 8HP transmission in G Series BMWs and the new Supra. Those need a DCAN Wi-Fi, BM3 Wi-Fi orMHD UNI adapter. Theoretically, you could use an ENET cable after unlocking your transmission. However, if you need to unlock the transmission in the future, e.g. after uninstalling xHP or a software update, you will need a DCAN Wi-Fi, BM3 Wi-Fi orMHD UNI adapter again. |
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