Originally Posted by MoscowLeaper

Won't be that easy, the WDS is Win95/98 machine, so the whole software is compiled to that target OS. But the modern OSes (XP-up) are not that compatible with 95/98, especially in case if the 95/98 sw is using some dirty hacks ( like WDS ). Then there'll be a big issues with the NIC driver - WDS is using the different NIC model to communicate with the vehicle and there's no drivers for 2000-up Windows. The NIC hw is different too actually.

Originally Posted by Bill400

MoscowLeaper is understood to be the source of much JLR IDS/SDD magic. I would really like to have you for an ally.
Like a bumble bee, I don't completely understand the aerodynamics that say I can't fly.

I am aware that WDS used Win98, a different vehicle interface and network interface connection. I am hoping to pick out the AM data and splice it into the JLR IDS/SDD. Continue using the mongoose VCI and the program functions under Xp or even WIN7. Maybe it will be obvious when I see the AM CD13 data.

Originally Posted by Bill400

HPP,
I have been looking into this for a friend in Florida, USA. A sophisticated attempt to steal his 2008 Vanquish left the transmission inoperative.
What I know: Vanquish uses an Italian transmission integrated with the differential. It is a semi-automatic manual transmission.
Jaguar XK/Rs are totally different and use ZF transmissions mounted to the rear of the engine.
Having dived deeply into IDS/SDD, editing the program, I can assure you that it cannot be used to work on the Vanquish or any AML.
The software that you need is the Aston Martin Diagnostic Service (AMDS) tool. I understand that it is strictly controlled. Unobtainable.
I thought that EU regulations required manufacturers make service tools available.
Check out: https://aston1936.com/2021/03/16/an-...every-toolbox/
Not tried it but haven't seen anything equivalent. If you find anything better, please advise.