System Requirements
Tech Tool Networking Requirements
Workshop Toolbox System Requirements
Workshop Toolbox and Tech Tool are compatible on the same machine. To achieve optimal performance, more storage space and a faster processor are recommended..
| Category | Hardware Requirement |
| Windows / Operating System |
Window 10 Professional 64-bit - version 21H1 or newer Windows 11 Professional 64-bit - version 21H1 or newer |
| Processor | 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster with 4 or more cores on a compatible 64-bit Intel or AMD processor |
| RAM | 8 gigabyte (GB) of free memory |
| Storage | 32 GB of free space |
| System firmware | UEFI, Secure Boot capable |
| TPM | Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0 |
| Graphics card | Compatible with DirectX 12 or later with WDDM 2.0 driver |
| Display | High definition (720p) display that is greater than 9” diagonally |
| Ports |
Minimum: 2 USB-A if using VOCOM II or Vocom Mini (with Wi-Fi dongle) Recommended: 3 |
| Category | Hardware Requirement |
| Computer/Processor Operating System | Intel® Core i5 or equivalent Windows 11 or 10 Professional or Enterprise (either 32-bit or 64-bit) Note: Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC is not supported |
| Memory (RAM) | 3GB on 32-bit Windows 4 GB on 64-bit, more memory improves performance |
| Hard Disk | 120 GB of free hard disk space |
| USB Port | 2.0/ 3.0 USB Port |
| Display | XGA (1024 x 768 pixels) or higher resolution monitor with 32-bit color settings |
| Input Device | Keyboard and mouse or compatible pointing device |
| Network Adapter | Network using 100 Mbps or higher speed network adapter and/or WLAN |
| Vehicle Communication | Approved USB or wireless communication interface. |
| Miscellaneous | A battery-pack that may provide 500 mA via USB. |
Tech Tool does NOT Support…
1. Windows 8.1, 8, 7 or XP
2. Windows Home Edition, Business, Work Station, Virtual Machine or LTSC versions (best-effort support provided)
With Windows 8.1, 8 & 7, the installation of version 2.8.130 and newer will fail. No upgrade or update via client update will work beyond 2.8.121 version.
| Category | Hardware Requirement |
| Computer/Processor Operating System | Intel® Core i5 or equivalent Windows 11 or 10 Professional or Enterprise 64-bit Note: Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC is not supported |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB, more memory improves performance |
| Hard Disk | 160 GB SSD (Solid State Drive) of free hard disk space |
| USB Port | 2.0/ 3.0 USB Port |
| Display | XGA (1024 x 768 pixels) or higher resolution monitor with 32-bit color settings |
| Input Device | Keyboard and mouse or compatible pointing device |
| Network Adapter | Network using 100 Mbps or higher speed network adapter and/or WLAN |
| Vehicle Communication | Approved USB or wireless communication interface. |
| Miscellaneous | A battery-pack that may provide 500 mA via USB. |
| Type of Software | Version | Comments |
| Operating System |
Windows 11 Professional or Enterprise (either 32-bit or 64-bit) or Windows 10 Professional |
For Security reasons operating system service pack is required, the OS is updated through enabled Windows update function. |
| Operating System Settings |
TCP/IP protocol installed Windows update enabled Windows firewall enabled Antivirus enabled |
The settings or software are normally enabled on a preinstalled computer. Note: If other firewalls than Windows firewall is used, Tech Tool and the Java version installed by Tech Tool should be added as exceptions for the firewall. |
| Network Settings |
TCP-port 2010 open (http traffic) TCP-port 80 open (http traffic) TCP-port 443 open (https traffic) TCP-port 8891 open (http traffic) *.volvo.com http://www.msftncsi.com/ncsi.txt *.msappproxy.net |
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Necessary System Components (Included in the Installation) |
Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 or later Windows Installer 3.1 | Tech Tool used MS Internet Explorer. For configuration service, to be able to update latest patches the supporting software. |
| Web Services | Windows .NET Framework 4.8 |
Required for Tech Tool and Client Update/FIDO |
| Database |
SQL Server Compact Edition 3.5 for Tech Tool version 2.8.175 or below. |
For access to the databases. Note: SP3 For new users |
| Antivirus Software |
Antivirus software approved by Microsoft |
For security reasons Microsoft approved Antivirus software is required with the latest virus definition file. The recommendation is to use Symantec antivirus (with latest definition file) which is also required when running on VCN. |
License Agreement | 2016 On Board Diagnostics (OBD) Changes
ECU Emissions Programming Offering
The ECU programming for OBD2013 and newer emissions vehicles will include programming for the Engine ECM, Aftertreatment Control Module (ACM), Transmission ECU (TECU) and Vehicle ECU. We are required to provide access to program certain emissions related ECU’s under the Service Information Requirement law, step 2013. Both the EPA and CARB require this. The following EPA software reprogramming requirement is described on page 8418 EPA OBD & SIR: 40 CFR Part 86.010-38.