It’s fair to say that high-quality diagnostic equipment is one of the most valuable tools in a technician’s toolbox.
Being able to plug in to a vehicle and run a software program that helps to accurately identify the source of a problem has helped technicians save a great deal of time and money, and has streamlined the whole process of vehicle service and repair.
But what if your equipment is providing unauthorized information? Software piracy is worldwide issue, and an increasingly growing counterfeit problem, where counterfeiters are cloning and selling original equipment diagnostics hardware and software to the aftermarket.
Using pirated hardware and software could potentially compromise the vehicle’s integrity during diagnosis and repair, translating to more comebacks, as well as a potential safety risk. You also risk damaging the hardware and invalidating the warranty. Today’s vehicles are more and more reliant on electronics for the management of its onboard systems and a generic OBDII Scan tool is no longer enough. Workshops need a diagnostics solution that allows technicians access to all of the electronic modules on vehicle, as well as receive timely updates as vehicle technologies change and advance.
Recently, Delphi introduced a Security USB Dongle for its range of DS diagnostics. This dongle will help ensure that all valid users have access to authorised data. The Security USB Dongle is a “plug-and-play” solution that replaces the HW key. This means there are no more hassles with codes that need to be typed in during the time of installation and for each update.
The Security USB Dongle is activated online from any computer with an Internet connection. The Security USB Dongle is paired with the users specific VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface). All users with a license subscription are now supplied with their Security USB Dongle. All new purchases of Hardware will come with the Security dongle already paired together with the latest software release on DVD. R2.2014 is due for release Aug/Sept.
Delphi continues to put steps in place to protect our business and users of the DS range of diagnostic solutions. Delphi customers can be assured that they are using an authorized, tested and proven solution and are not putting their technicians, customers or customers’ vehicles at risk by the use of non-genuine products.
Visit the Delphi DSO website – http://europe.delphi-dso.com/UK/ – regularly to learn more about Delphi’s range of DS diagnostics.
