Durametric Won't Connect

[particlewave]

Mine had .net 4.2 or something, so I deleted that and got it back to 3.5, but that did not fix the issue. I can't install anything previous to 3.5 because it's a part of Windows 7.

It does not auto-detect DME.

[thatguychad]

First, .Net Framework isn't part of normal Windows updates unless it's already installed. So, Install .Net Framework 2.0 and I guess 3.5 and 3.5 SP1. Or start with 2.0 and 3.5, then run Windows updates to get the service packs.

.Net 2.0 x64 (unsure if you'll need the 32-bit version...you're running a 64-bit OS - which honestly could be part of the problem, see below.)
.Net 3.5
.Net 3.5 SP1 (these are both 32-bit)

Like I said above, a lot of OBDII software wasn't designed for 64-bit OS's and may or may not have 64-bit drivers, I haven't gotten my Durametric yet. If you have an older laptop around, I'd try that. You're both running mid-to-high-end machines that are more than capable of running the software, but could possibly be *too advanced*, depending on the software developer.

edit: per their system requirements, your 64-bit-ness shouldn't be a problem, but you'll want to verify that you have the .Net Framework. I'd try an older laptop if all else fails...not a newer one.

[911monty]

Originally Posted by particlewave

Mine had .net 4.2 or something, so I deleted that and got it back to 3.5, but that did not fix the issue. I can't install anything previous to 3.5 because it's a part of Windows 7.

It does not auto-detect DME.

My garage computer is a Dell e6400 that was previously running a 32 bit windows 7 OS with the .Net framework 3.5sp1 which Durametric claims is not required in Windows 7. My Durametric ver 6.5 would occasionally auto detect but was limited and would soon fail. According to Durametric windows 7 32 and 64 bit are compatible. I spent a lot of time going through the computer running diagnostics and sent cable back for testing, nothing found, however they replaced the cable. After a couple months of frustration in a fit I wiped the HD clean and installed the free Windows 10. So long DELL. Hooked DM cable up and a pop up window reported I needed .Net Framework 2.0. Installed and I now have a working cable. Wonder if I would have had as much enjoyment if I had simply used my MAC!!