Xentry Openshell remains the authoritative diagnostic solution for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This guide covers installation procedures for current diagnostic packages.
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## Xentry Openshell vs Passthru https://xentrydownload.store/
### Legacy-Compatible System
– **Dedicated Interface Mandatory**
– Vehicle Coverage: W167/W206/W223 chassis
– **Capabilities**:
– Full ECU programming
– Technical documentation access
### Xentry Passthru EU
– **Multi-Brand Tool Support**: Autel J2534
– Vehicle Coverage: smart/Mercedes commercial trucks
– **Restrictions**:
– Limited module access
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## Technical Prerequisites
### Mandatory Specifications
| **Component** | **Openshell** | **Passthru** |
|—|—|—|
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows Server 2019 |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO | Xeon E3-1220 v5 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4 | 8GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 1TB SATA SSD | 256GB SSD |
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## Software Acquisition Methods
### Official Channels
1. **XENTRY Portal**:
– Requires corporate credentials [11][12]
– Access Points:
– EWANAPI integration guides [3]
– OpenWebStart 1.6.0 [7]
2. **XENTRY Shop**:
– Purchase subscription packages [11]
– Obtain activation licenses
### Alternative Providers
– **OBD2Tech**:
– Offline activation tools [1][9]
– Passthru EU 23.12.3 with blacklist fixes [6][8]
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## Installation Process
### SD Connect C4 Method
1. Disable antivirus
2. Extract 23GB archive [1]
3. Run Setup.exe
4. Set ProgramData permissions
5. Apply offline login patch [8]:
– Username: **xentry**
– Password: **123456**
### Passthru EU Configuration
1. Install Mercedes ConfigAssist [11]
2. Connect J2534 device
3. Generate activation request
4. Apply license file
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## Common Issues
### Connection Failures
– Reinstall OpenWebStart [7]
– Check SD C4 firmware
### Security Warnings
1. Disable Java security
2. Import Mercedes CA certificates
### Persistent Login
– Set offline.properties to read-only [8]
– Use Offline_modus.exe with: