: Used alongside Tech2Win (for pre-2013 vehicles) and GDS2 (for 2013–2025 vehicles) to diagnose engine lights and perform BCM programming.
| | Requirement | | :--- | :--- | | Operating System | Windows 10 / 8 / 7 | | Processor | 1.6 GHz or faster | | RAM | 4GB or more | | Hard Drive | 80GB or more | | Network Interface | LAN 100/1000M | | Communication | USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 | | Wireless Network | 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi |
: It is often more stable for older hardware, such as VCM2 clones or older Porsche Tester 2 units, which may fail to update or function correctly with the latest firmware managers. Software Requirements
Wait for the success pop-up message to ensure your brand activations are active. Troubleshooting Common Issues 1. Device Not Detected (No Device Found) Vx Manager 1.6.2
Built-in self-test features allow you to verify hardware integrity before connecting to a vehicle. Supported Hardware Devices
Follow the on-screen prompts and click "Next" until finished. 3. Hardware Connection Connect your VXDIAG device to the computer via USB. Wait for Windows to recognize the new USB device.
Allows the hardware to act as a standard J2534 PassThru device for OEM programming software. : Used alongside Tech2Win (for pre-2013 vehicles) and
automotive diagnostic tools. Unlike newer versions (1.8.x and above), version 1.6.2 is highly valued in the automotive community because it lacks the "60-day license renewal" requirement and maintains compatibility with legacy systems.
Look at the bottom right corner to confirm the reads "Connected". Click on the Device Manager tab.
During installation, a window will prompt you to select specific vehicle manufacturers. Troubleshooting Common Issues 1
: Plug your VCX device into a USB 2.0 port. Open Software : Launch VX Manager from your desktop.
VX Manager version 1.6.2 (September 2019) is a legacy driver essential for supporting older VXDIAG diagnostic hardware, such as the Porsche Tester 2 and VCM2 clones, on vintage Windows operating systems. It is often utilized to maintain license stability and bypass the 60-day expiry prompts found in newer 1.8.x versions, while improving DoIP firmware stability and offering manual license updates, according to VXdiagshop.
The core functions of VX Manager 1.6.2 are largely consistent with those found in the latest versions, though newer releases may offer broader hardware and vehicle model support.