What It Is
A USB diagnostic interface from Ross-Tech that, paired with VCDS software, turns a Windows PC into a powerful diagnostic tool for VW and Audi Group vehicles. This is the 10-VIN Enthusiast version, usable across up to 10 different vehicles by VIN. It's the modern, universal replacement for Ross-Tech's older KII, MicroCAN, and HEX-CAN interfaces.
What It Does
System Requirements
Requires a native Windows 7 through 10 installation. It will not run on a Mac, even through a virtual machine.
Fitment
VW and Audi Group vehicles, 1995 through current model year, up to 10 different VINs.
Common Questions
Do I need to buy VCDS software separately?
No. The interface hardware acts as the license key for VCDS, which downloads for free from Ross-Tech directly, with no additional software cost.
Will this work on my Mac?
No, not even running Windows in a virtual machine. It requires a native Windows 7 through 10 installation.
How is this different from the 3-VIN version?
The core hardware and features are the same. This version is licensed for use across 10 different vehicles by VIN, versus 3 on the other version.
Is this a rebadged version of Ross-Tech's older interfaces?
It's the direct replacement for their KII, MicroCAN, and HEX-CAN interfaces, built with updated electronics and a new microcontroller.