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Ive gone through all the steps in the Users Manual but I still cant connect to a vehicle. Is there a way to determine that the network is working?

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Ive gone through all the steps in the Users Manual but I still cant connect to a vehicle. Is there a way to determine that the network is working?

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• Yes, there is a way to determine if the network is set up properly. The WVI needs to be powered (either with the power adapter or connected to the vehicle). Then from the MS-DOS prompt (Windows Start, Programs, MS-DOS Prompt) type Ping 192.168.0.85 and hit enter. If the response is nothing or a message that is something other than the status of the WVI, then the network is not set up properly. Back to Top PC Scan Tool Limitations When using CABLED Vehicle Interfaces: FVI-12-CAN (firmware Ver 16a), FVI-USB-LIC (Firmware Ver 07b) A. Software/Firmware provides: • Ability to connect to vehicles thru 2006 • Ability to connect to GM LAN (with limited support) • Ability to view data parameters at a limited speed (Speed is slower that the WVI-USB when requests for large amounts of data are made on the GM LAN protocol. Ex., Freeze Frame and All supported DTC’s request) • Ability to read/clear DTCs on all supported controllers B. Software/Firmware does NOT provide: • Hi Speed data viewing, aka