WDS ghost disc
#21
Does WDS software install and run on any pre Win7 PC/laptop or is it dependent on and locked to Jaguar/Ford specific hardware?
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Graham
2005 XK8 4.2-S Coupe
#22
The software is only used on the WDS for the GENRAD 3500 PTU. It is a widows 98 based computer with Vehicle Communication Interface hardware built in.
The software will load onto a laptop or other computer but is completely useless without the interface hardware.
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The software will load onto a laptop or other computer but is completely useless without the interface hardware.
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#23
The software is only used on the WDS for the GENRAD 3500 PTU. It is a widows 98 based computer with Vehicle Communication Interface hardware built in.
The software will load onto a laptop or other computer but is completely useless without the interface hardware.
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bob gauff
The software will load onto a laptop or other computer but is completely useless without the interface hardware.
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Not exactly portable - no one's going to carry one of them out of the workshop in their holdall
Presumably the interface is a similar arrangment to my AutoEnginuity where there's additional hardware in the link cable between OBD connector and the USB connector?
Graham
#24
Cheers,
#25
Actually, the PTU is more of an antique in a hardware sense. The cables have no hardware other than a switch in each voltage probe for acknowledging screens during guided diagnostics. If the WDS case is opened it splits in half, and the device portion is sort of like the laptop and the other half is the vehicle interface hardware. There is no USB to it other than a very early connector on the docking station that was ultimately never used.
Cheers,
Cheers,
Thanks,
Graham
#26
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#27
xjrguy, not sure if you saw my reply on the previos page with my email address. Here it is again: mmalz@halfmoontechnologies.com
Thanks
Mike
Thanks
Mike
Last edited by ttmustang; 01-15-2012 at 08:29 AM.
#28
A Pentuim I 233mhz running Windows 98 is the computer part and it was introduced around 1999 so I don't think it was 'A generation out of date'. (Pentium II was just coming out)
Windows NT was the only other operating system 'up to date' at that time!!!!
The WDS was 'retired' in 2006 and replaced with a Windows XP laptop.
I would say that they are 'keeping pace' with technology.
bob gauff
Windows NT was the only other operating system 'up to date' at that time!!!!
The WDS was 'retired' in 2006 and replaced with a Windows XP laptop.
I would say that they are 'keeping pace' with technology.
bob gauff
#29
WDS Jagaur disk needed.
I see this forum is out of date now, but will try.......
I have a WDS Ford USA but disk is damaged (Have few other empty including a SDD). I have few Jaguars (2 coming from San Antonio TX) and Daimler and I am looking for All CD for Jaguar. No problem to pay for them. I am in the South France, but I have an address in Houston TX 77043 if this is better. Or I could load Disk Img., ISO etc. wich will be better.
Please let me know if you can help me in some ways.
Sincerly,
Claude
#30
Hope this help.
Regards
Claude
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#31
...iam finally got my hands on an Ford WDS System wich will arrive at the end on the next week... I need the Jaguar WDS mainly so i also have to try to find me the
CD2 (Ghost CD), CD42a and CD43;
Where is the HDD located? ..in the tablet unit or in the main box?! ...i think i will also make me a hdd swap option then...
CD2 (Ghost CD), CD42a and CD43;
Where is the HDD located? ..in the tablet unit or in the main box?! ...i think i will also make me a hdd swap option then...
#32
...iam finally got my hands on an Ford WDS System wich will arrive at the end on the next week... I need the Jaguar WDS mainly so i also have to try to find me the
CD2 (Ghost CD), CD42a and CD43;
Where is the HDD located? ..in the tablet unit or in the main box?! ...i think i will also make me a hdd swap option then...
CD2 (Ghost CD), CD42a and CD43;
Where is the HDD located? ..in the tablet unit or in the main box?! ...i think i will also make me a hdd swap option then...
Click on my name at the top left and send me an email that includes your email address so I can contact you. We'll work out getting you the Jaguar software.
Cheers,
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thomas1a (05-19-2022)
#33
I AM LOOKING FOR JAGUAR + FORD CD.......
I have a WDS Ford USA but disk is damaged (Have few other HD empty including a SDD). I have few Jaguars (2 coming from San Antonio TX) and Daimler and I am looking for All CD for Jaguar. No problem to pay for them. I am in the South France, but I have an address in Houston TX 77043 if this is better. Or I could load Disk Img., ISO etc. wich will be better.
Please let me know if you can help me in some ways.
Sincerly,
Claude
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swissclub@mail.ru
#34
I do not know the BIOS password . It might be a factory secret thing.
I loaded Jaguar on a 4.3 GB HDD and Ford on a 3.2 GB HDD so I have both. I just open the back of the PTU and swap HDDs if I want to switch from Jaguar to FORD.
The Jaguar software install order is....
CD2 (GHOST DISC that replaced CD1)
CD 42A (this is also 43A and must be loaded before 42B or 43)
CD 43
This is the latest and LAST Jaguar WDS software that was issued.
It will communicate with Jaguar 1995MY sedan, 1996 XJ-S and subsequent models up to 2006MY.
bob gauff
I loaded Jaguar on a 4.3 GB HDD and Ford on a 3.2 GB HDD so I have both. I just open the back of the PTU and swap HDDs if I want to switch from Jaguar to FORD.
The Jaguar software install order is....
CD2 (GHOST DISC that replaced CD1)
CD 42A (this is also 43A and must be loaded before 42B or 43)
CD 43
This is the latest and LAST Jaguar WDS software that was issued.
It will communicate with Jaguar 1995MY sedan, 1996 XJ-S and subsequent models up to 2006MY.
bob gauff
#35
#37
Hi Bob, Bob I have been following your posts and have just purchased a Genrad 3500. Are these the discs I need to make it read my 1996 XJS? I think the one I bought has ford on it, as I have not received it. If they are, where can I get copies from. Thanks Craig.
#38
The software is only used on the WDS for the GENRAD 3500 PTU. It is a widows 98 based computer with Vehicle Communication Interface hardware built in.
The software will load onto a laptop or other computer but is completely useless without the interface hardware.
PC-Based Service Tool
Diagnostic tool combines instrumentation, electronic manuals | Diesel Progress North American Edition | Find Articles
bob gauff
The software will load onto a laptop or other computer but is completely useless without the interface hardware.
PC-Based Service Tool
Diagnostic tool combines instrumentation, electronic manuals | Diesel Progress North American Edition | Find Articles
bob gauff
#39
if you show proof it started life as an aston unit i will help you out.
Last edited by xalty; 03-05-2022 at 02:37 PM.
#40
Not sure how can I prove it because the part number is worn and there are no stickers relating AM on it. But hey... at least Ill have a relic at my shop. Better find a way to get a more modern AMDS system!