Genesis scan tools

Next, you are going to want to install the software CD that came with your upgrade. The CD will install three programs. Just follow the on screen prompts. Do not change any of the defaults. It is pretty easy and straight forward.

This process will take about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the speed of your computer and CD Rom drive. When complete, you will probably be prompted to restart your computer. Go ahead and restart. With the tool powered off, if you have not already done so, remove the memory card from the left side of the tool and insert it into the white CF Card Reader.

Windows 7 users: windows will pop up a window telling you that the card needs to be formatted. If you format the card, you may as well give it to your dog as a chew toy. You will have to purchase a new card. Now it is time to perform the update.

Click this icon. Click that button. If the software instructs you to insert a valid 4. Now, go grab a cup of coffee or a Big Mac. The update can take up to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the download. At this point, go ahead and remove the memory card from the reader and insert it back into your scan tool. First, make sure your scan tool is connected to the external power supply and not just using the battery.

Once you power on the tool, it will run through a set up. You are going to accept the licensing agreement and follow the prompts. The Classic Genisys: on the right side of the tool there are 2 slots, a larger one and a smaller one. You will insert the smart card with the gold chip facing UP in the bottom slot.

The EVO: on the right side of the tool, you only have one slot. The instructions with the tool are not very clear at this point.

You will be prompted for smart cards that you do not have. This is another important point. Do not press EXIT. If you do, you will be prompted to power off the tool and remove the memory card. You will have to start the installation all over and end up in a loop. You want to press enter. You will get a message that the feature will be loaded onto the tool but not authorized.

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