| Test Scenario | Physical PC | ESXi PCI Passthrough | Workstation Pro USB Passthrough | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | C4 detection time | 2 sec | 2 sec | 5–10 sec | | Read fault codes (all ECUs) | 45 sec | 48 sec | 90 sec (occasional retries) | | Flash ECU (e.g., TCU) | 4 min | 4 min 10 sec | – not recommended | | DoIP (C6) via Ethernet | Perfect | Perfect | Unstable |

Note: Ensure you are installing the version of XENTRY, not the OpenShell (XOS) version. OpenShell is designed for dedicated multiplexers like the SD Connect C4/C5/C6. Mount or extract your XENTRY Passthru installation media. Run the Setup.exe file as an Administrator.

:

Configure your basic target settings. If you have activation keys or patches, apply them at this stage according to your specific software documentation.

Many online "Xentry VMware images" include cracked licenses. These often contain malware. More importantly:

Xentry is Daimler AG’s official diagnostic software for Mercedes-Benz, Smart, and Maybach vehicles. It replaced the older Star Diagnosis system (DAS). Xentry performs:

Connect your J2534 device (e.g., Tactrix OpenPort) to your host computer's USB port.

: Xentry OpenShell / PassThru installation package.

: It allows you to run older versions of Xentry (which might require Windows 7 or 10) on a modern Windows 11 host. Hardware Requirements

In the VMware menu, go to VM > Install VMware Tools . Run the setup inside the VM and restart. This enables graphics acceleration and smooth USB passthrough.

Allocate a maximum disk size of at least . Select Store virtual disk as a single file for optimal disk performance. Before finishing, click Customize Hardware :

Choose and select your Windows 10 Pro 64-bit ISO. Configure the hardware allocations exactly as follows: Memory : Allocate 8192 MB (8 GB) . Processors : Assign at least 2 cores / 4 threads .