Ista D/Ista +

[lmendz71]

Can someone DM me a working ISTA D software download. TIA.

[Scrippy]

Dude it’s like $30 online. Just Google and you will find many sites offering it. https://www.bimmerdiagnostics.com

[RocketyMan]

There are better options than even having to pay $30.

You need to be more "resourceful" to find the latest copies of ISTA D. That's all I'm going to say.

And as an FYI, my latest version of ISTA D is around 100 Gb.

[Scrippy]

Originally Posted by RocketyMan

There are better options than even having to pay $30.

You need to be more "resourceful" to find the latest copies of ISTA D. That's all I'm going to say.

And as an FYI, my latest version of ISTA D is around 100 Gb.

But current Datens are $7. Is there a better option? Keep in mind random places have whatever stuff. Not saying the source I posted is BMW gospel.

[RocketyMan]

Originally Posted by Scrippy

But current Datens are $7. Is there a better option? Keep in mind random places have whatever stuff. Not saying the source I posted is BMW gospel.

You only need DATENS if you are going to be using the nitty-gritty tools, like INPA, NCS expert, NCS dummies, Tool32, etc. I think OP is only interested in ISTA.

At any rate, bimmergeeks was my go-to, but now this... -_-

[Scrippy]

Originally Posted by RocketyMan

You only need DATENS if you are going to be using the nitty-gritty tools, like INPA, NCS expert, NCS dummies, Tool32, etc. I think OP is only interested in ISTA.

At any rate, bimmergeeks was my go-to, but now this... -_-

I prefer INPA, NCS-Expert and WinKFP. I’m glad I purchased the last 3 years then! ISTA is great but it doesn’t deviate at all. With the older softwares you can try things and see what the results are but ISTA for coding is set in stone.

[RocketyMan]

Originally Posted by Scrippy

I prefer INPA, NCS-Expert and WinKFP. I’m glad I purchased the last 3 years then! ISTA is great but it doesn’t deviate at all. With the older softwares you can try things and see what the results are but ISTA for coding is set in stone.

Oh yeah--of course. Those tools are great for coding and such.

I think OP tho wants ISTA D. Probably for T/S and TIS info.

[lmendz71]

Thanks guys ISTA D just for diagnosing errors. I saw those $30 download but I heard the complexity of installing The software. Saw some in eBay ready to use for $200 quick SSD swap. Anybody had experience on these?

[MechEngineer408]

It's been a while since I did it, but I don't remember the software installation and setup being very difficult. The files aren't easily found anymore, but the instructions to set everything up should be readily available.

[RocketyMan]

Originally Posted by lmendz71

Thanks guys ISTA D just for diagnosing errors. I saw those $30 download but I heard the complexity of installing The software. Saw some in eBay ready to use for $200 quick SSD swap. Anybody had experience on these?

You need to find other means of obtaining. That's all I'm going to say.

At any rate, the tool is a great resource once you do have it. There are loads of information and service tips, pictures, wiring diagrams....

....well you get the picture--that's why you're asking.

[Scrippy]

Originally Posted by lmendz71

Thanks guys ISTA D just for diagnosing errors. I saw those $30 download but I heard the complexity of installing The software. Saw some in eBay ready to use for $200 quick SSD swap. Anybody had experience on these?

The $30 package installs everything for you after unzipping. All you have to do is configure the idiabas & remote config file per your cable and the directions come with it as well. I used an old windows 10 laptop. Whatever works for ya though. Just don’t tell anyone you bought it or you’ll lose street credit aparently