VAG-COM Frequently Asked Questions -- Index

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Q: Will VAG-COM work with my car?
Q: Will VAG-COM work even if my car is "chipped"?
Q: What functions are included in the current release?
Q: What  are the computer requirements?
Q: What if my Laptop doesn't have a Serial Port?
Q: What if the PC I wish to use with VAG-COM doesn't have Internet access?
Q: Can I use VAG-COM on a desk-top computer?
Q: Will there be a Mac or Linux version?
Q: Will there be a Windows-CE or Palm-OS version?
Q: What's the difference between VAG-COM and an OBD-II Scan-Tool?
Q: Can I use VAG-COM to roll back my electronic odometer?
Q: Can I use VAG-COM to "Flash" the Chip in my ECU?
Q: Is there anything else I need to make full use of VAG-COM?
Q: I already have VWTool / VDS-PRO, why would I want to upgrade?

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Q: How do I Register/Activate my software?
Q: What's the difference between the Shareware version 
      and the fully registered/activated version?
Q: Is Product Support included in the price?
Q: Why can't I get VAG-COM to communicate at all?
Q: VAG-COM communicates, but it's "flaky"..
Q: How do I eliminate the "CAN'T OPEN CODES.DAT" message?
Q: Why does my dash BEEP when I access my ABS controller?
Q: Are there any Fault Codes that can and should be ignored?
Q: Are there any known Bugs/Problems/Issues?
Q: What's the Work Shop Code?
Q: What's with those DEBUG files?
Q: Why are the DTC.DAT and DEBUGxx.DLM files encrypted?

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Q: Do I need an Interface Adapter?
Q: Can I use one I already have?
Q: Can I buy one someplace else?
Q: Can I build my own?
Q: Why does VAG-COM require Registration/Activation?
Q: What if I need to run VAG-COM on more than one PC?
Q: How do I permanently move VAG-COM from one PC to another?
Q: What's the De-Activate button for? Why would I want to do that?
Q: Why has VAG-COM become De-Activated on its own?
Q: Can I sell my VAG-COM system to someone else?

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Q: Why and How should I test VAG-COM prior to Activating it?
Q: Can I use VAG-COM while I am driving?
Q: What is "The Aftermarket Radio Problem"?
Q: How do I upgrade my existing VAG-COM software to the newest version?
Q: What is the purpose of the "OBD-II" button? Why would I want to press it?
Q: How do I print screens or data in VAG-COM?
Q: What are Label Files?
Q: How can I speed up my sample rate in VAG-COM?