Service Information
Diagnostic Device Hardware & Windows®

Number: VHW-15-06

Subject: VAS Diagnostic Devices – Windows 7 Installation
Instructions

Date: Jan. 26, 2015

Supersedes VVT-14-08 due to updated ServiceNet section titles.

Table of Contents
Section
1.0

Page
Introduction - MUST READ!

2

1.1

Background

2

1.2

Eligible Devices

2

1.3

Installation Process Overview

2

2.0

Additional Documentation

3

3.0

Preparation Checklist

4

4.0

Installation

5

4.1

Standard Installation

5

4.2

Optional Installation

7

5.0

Recovery

8

6.0

Post-Recovery Setup

10

6.1

Windows 7 Startup & Initial Setup

10

6.2

Windows Update Settings & Internet Explorer Version Requirement

17

6.3

Network Setup

18

6.4

Reinstall & Configure Offboard Diagnostic Information System Service
(ODIS Service) Diagnostic Software

19

6.5

VAS 5054A Transmitter Head Setup

19

6.6

Supplementary Setup & Function

20

6.7

Windows 7 Updates

21

Notes:
• The following procedures must be performed by qualified personnel only!
• Please read these instructions in their entirety before performing these procedures. If you do not
understand these instructions, arrange to have a qualified person perform these
procedures.
• Heed all prerequisite requirements and notes, and follow all instruction steps in the Section
order given, including instructions cross-referenced in documents posted on ServiceNet.
• Discard all printed copies of this document after use. Revised versions may be issued at any
time. Always check ServiceNet for the latest version.
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1.0 – Introduction
1.1 - Background
Microsoft support of Windows XP ends April 8, 2014. As a result, all eligible VAS diagnostic devices
connected to VWAG Group systems worldwide must be updated to Windows 7.
This document contains step-by-step instructions required to install the Windows 7 Professional
operating system from VWGoA-supplied DVDs on the eligible VAS diagnostic devices identified below.

1.2 – Eligible Devices
The Windows 7 installation process described here applies ONLY to the following VAS diagnostic devices:
Type:

Model Numbers

Laptops

VAS 6150A, VAS 6150B & VAS 6150C

Tablets

VAS 6160 & VAS 6160A

1.3 – Installation Process Overview
Windows 7 Installation DVDs
Windows 7 installations are performed using device-specific DVDs.
Each DVD is individually identified by device model number, and can be used on multiple devices of the
same model. An error message appears if a DVD is used on the wrong device.
Each dealer automatically receives (free of charge) one of each device-specific DVD based on the eligible
VAS diagnostic device sales data current to the publication date of this document.

Installation & Recovery
Windows 7 files from the device-specific DVD are installed on a hard drive partition. The Windows
recovery procedure is then initiated to overwrite the existing Windows XP operating system files with
Windows 7 files.
All data on hard drive C:\ is erased and replaced. The Windows 7 recovery data installed on the hard
drive partition is retained if recovery is required in future.

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Diagnostic Software and Security Certificate Reinstallation
The Windows 7 recovery process deletes the previously-installed ODIS Service license and certificate
files, and changes the device’s hardware key. As a result, a new license file must be requested from
eShop prior to ODIS Service reinstallation. The new hardware key also requires that a new ODIS Service
Security certificate be requested and imported.
The total time to complete all procedures depends on many variables. Examples include differences in
device performance, installer proficiency, license and certificate approval times. Performing supplementary
setups immediately or deferring until later also affects total completion times. Examples include reinstalling
antivirus and printer software, configuring a VAS 6356 Test Box, downloading and installing ODIS Service
and Windows updates. As such, a general time-to-completion estimate is not plausible.
IMPORTANT!
• If the Windows - Panasonic CDs originally included with the device when new were retained,
please LOCATE and DISCARD THESE DISCS NOW! Inadvertent use of the Panasonic CDs for
recovery will completely erase the device-specific data and partitioned image, and install a
standard, non-partitioned Windows XP or Windows 7 operating system.
• If the Windows 7 installation performed here malfunctions or becomes corrupt, it must be
recovered from the image on the partition.
• It is not possible to revert back to Windows XP once Windows 7 is installed.
• Do not install VAS-PC diagnostic software on a Windows 7 device!
• Perform all procedures specified here on ONE DEVICE AT A TIME through to completion,
BEFORE commencing with other devices.

2.0 – Additional Documentation
These instructions contain references to Service Information (SI) documents with additional instructions
needed before placing the device back into service. These documents are all posted in the Vehicle
Diagnostics section in ServiceNet. Locate and print the following documents to have on hand before
proceeding with these instructions:
SI Document
Category

Document Titles

ODIS Service Installation Phase 1 - Preparation & License Request Instructions (eShop)
ODIS Service

ODIS Service Installation Phase 2 - Software Installation & Configuration Instructions
ODIS Service Installation Phase 3 - Security Certificate Request & Installation Instructions
ODIS Service Infomedia Setup Instructions

Diagnostic
Device
Hardware &
Windows

VAS Diagnostic Device Computer Name Builder
VAS 5054A Transmitter Head Bluetooth & EDIC Configuration – ODIS Service Only
VAS 5054A Transmitter Head USB Configuration – ODIS Service Only

Additional Documentation steps completed. Proceed to Section 3.0 – Page 4.

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3.0 – Preparation Checklist
Complete the Preparation Checklist below for each device where Windows 7 will be installed. Additional
checkboxes are provided throughout this document to note the fulfillment of prerequisites, redirects to
device-specific information and completion of sections.



Preparation Checklist
Print the additional documentation from ServiceNet as specified in Section 2.0.
Choose ONE eligible device in workshop service as specified in Section 1.2.
Note the device type and model number.
VAS 6160 & VAS 6160A tablets: Mount tablet to base station (port replicator). Connect a USB
mouse and keyboard directly to tablet.
Connect the A/C power adapter directly to the laptop or tablet.
Boot the device and confirm Windows XP appears on startup*.
Start ODIS Service. Finalize all saved diagnostic sessions and transmit logs where applicable.
Disconnect the Ethernet (network) cable where applicable.
Switch the Wireless Operation Switch to the OFF position as illustrated -arrows-:

VAS 6150A

VAS 6150B & VAS 6150C

VAS 6160 & VAS 6160A

Front panel behind handle

Middle right side behind WIRELESS
door

Upper left side behind SC/EX door

Obtain the device-specific Windows 7 installation DVD:
Model Number:

DVD Title:

Ordering Number**:

VAS 6150A

VAS 6150A/20

ASE 905 206 00 000

VAS 6150B

VAS 6150B/20

ASE 905 206 00 001

VAS 6150C

VAS 62150C/20

ASE 905 206 00 002

VAS 6160 & VAS 6160A

VAS 6160/20

ASE 905 400 00 000

*DO NOT use the Windows 7 installation DVDs on new VAS 6150C and VAS 6160A already loaded with Windows 7!
**Order misplaced or additional DVDs from www.vw.techliterature.com
All Preparation steps completed. Proceed to Section 4.0 – Page 5.

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4.0 – Installation
Two installation methods are possible.
The Standard Installation method installs Windows 7 files directly from the device-specific DVD. This
method is recommended for most cases.
The Optional Installation method installs Windows 7 files copied from the device-specific DVD to
alternate storage media, e.g.: external hard drive, USB flash drive, SD card etc.
Note:
The optional method can be used if the device DVD-ROM drive functions were intermittent in the past,
and/or performed only by those with experience with copying and installing files from a DVD to alternate
storage media. Refer to Section 4.2 – Page 7.

4.1 – Standard Installation
Prerequisites:




Confirm: All applicable Preparation Checklist items fulfilled.
ODIS Service and all other programs not running.

1. Insert the device-specific installation DVD in the DVD-ROM drive and wait while the disc is read.
2. Go to: My Computer and Open the DVD-ROM directory. Note: The title and drive information
illustrated below are for reference only:

3. Click Setup:

The Setup.exe and Symantec Ghost screens appear automatically, one after another:

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Notes:
• User intervention is not required during the setup and ghost processes.
• If the processes are aborted by the user, or automatically by the system, repeat Steps 1 - 3 above.
DO NOT start the recovery process if the setup and ghost processes are not completed.
When the setup and ghost processes are completed, the following screen is displayed:

4. Press any key and remove the installation DVD from the CD/DVD drive.
5. Close all windows and shut down the diagnostic device: Start > Turn Off Computer… > Turn Off
6. Remove the diagnostic device from the base station (port replicator) where applicable.
7. Retain the DVD for use on additional devices with the same model number.
Installation steps completed. Proceed to Section 5.0 – Page 8.

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4.2 – Optional Installation
Prerequisites:





All applicable Preparation Checklist items fulfilled.



Formatted alternate storage media on hand with at least 10GB of available free space, e.g.:
external hard drive, USB flash drive, SD card etc.

ODIS Service and all other programs not running.
Access to desktop or laptop computer capable of reading and copying files from a DVD to alternate
storage media available

1. Connect the alternate storage media to a desktop or laptop computer.
2. Create an empty directory folder.
3. Name the empty folder to identify its contents, using the device model number, e.g.: 6160_Win7_Rec.
4. Insert the device-specific installation DVD in the CD/DVD drive of the desktop or laptop computer.
5. Copy the entire contents of the installation DVD to the prepared directory folder on the alternate
storage media.
6. Remove the installation DVD from the CD/DVD drive.
7. Safely Remove / Eject the alternate storage media as applicable.
8. Connect the alternate storage media to the diagnostic device.
9. From the Windows desktop go to Start > My Computer.
10. Locate and open the prepared directory folder
11. Proceed with installation steps 3 through 6 in Section 4.1 – from Page 5.
Optional Installation steps initiated.

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5.0 – Recovery
Prerequisites:




All devices removed from their base station (port replicator) where applicable.
Confirm: Ethernet cable DISCONNECTED & wireless operation switch in the OFF POSITION!

ATTENTION!
The A/C power adapter must be connected directly to the device during recovery. DO NOT
recover on battery power alone!
1. Turn on the diagnostic device.
2. When the Panasonic logo is displayed, quickly press the F2 key on the keyboard to enter the setup.

A BIOS password prompt appears.
3. Note the device-specific password from the table below:
Model

BIOS Password

VAS 6150A

vas6150

VAS 6150B

vas6150b

VAS 6150C

vas6150c

VAS 6160 & VAS 6160A

vas6160

4. Enter the password exactly as noted above (lower case, no spaces):
5. Press the keyboard (or onscreen keyboard) Enter key:

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