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BMWRGS:
These are some of the screenshots I get when running the GS-911 WiFi Utility and select Open browser for the selected device...
WayneC:
--- Quote from: BMWRGS on August 13, 2016, 03:07:35 AM ---When I am operating in the GS-911 V1601.1 program, no matter if I am connected using the USB cable or by WiFi, I get these Error Messages. Sure, I can get an AutoScan the very odd time, but it should work every time.
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I see a little confusion with which connection is in use here, it is contradicted by the info in your 3rd comment below
When connected via USB the GS911 is only an interface with all "intelligence" in the PC app
When connected via WiFi the "intelligence" is from within the GS911
--- Quote from: BMWRGS on August 13, 2016, 03:07:35 AM ---I discovered another way of running through the tests using the GS-911 WiFi Utility. At the bottom right of the screen, there is a button: Open browser for the selected device
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Because you have had the router allocate an IP No for the GS911 you can book mark it and dont need to use the WiFi utility
--- Quote from: BMWRGS on August 13, 2016, 03:07:35 AM ---That lets me do pretty well the same tests but the difference is, everything works via WiFi every single time.
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You are using the code internal to the GS911 and identified it is OK and working error free
--- Quote from: BMWRGS on August 13, 2016, 03:07:35 AM ---I am not a software expert, but that points to the GS-911 V1601.1 software since I have so many Error Messages when running it and none when I am running on the other program.
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Yes it seem there is a problem with the USB connection, it may be associated with either the PC version software or the driver/PC USB settings and so you should reprt it to Hexcode. Problems with aggressive USB power settings in Windows have been seen before
--- Quote from: BMWRGS on August 13, 2016, 03:07:35 AM ---By the way, when I use the USB cable, does that automatically disable connection via WiFi?
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The USB and WiFi connections to the GS911 are completely separate
BMWRGS:
Thanks Wayne,
Sorry about this, but I do not know the GS-911 like the creators and came across the following but had missed while testing.
As late as it was, I went back into the garage...
I noted in Tools, there is Setup which lets you select WiFi, COM 1 or USB.
So I selected USB, hit OK. The USB cable was connected (obviously)
AutoScan (as well as other ECU Info for various controllers, and Realtime Values) worked (were accessed) every single time.
I then went back to Tools, Setup and selected WiFi and hit OK. The USB cable was removed.
1) I got an AutoScan Info report,
2) Error Message
3) AutoScan info report
4) AutoScan info report
5) Error Message
Along with those attempts, I also tried other features and I'd get the usual Timeout or Interface error messages as shown in my first post.
It is almost like something needs to be woken up in order to commence polling the system.
On another forum, someone mentioned router signal strength (I get full strength on my laptop's indicator). I can be further away in my driveway in my car and access the internet via WiFi without issues, so I don't think it is that...or?
I am beat and it is hot at 23:00, so I am calling it quits for now.
WayneC:
No worries, the good news is your problem is really one of understanding rather than a faulty unit ;D, much easier to deal with
The GS911 WiFi is a dumb interface when you connect via USB and you need to set the PC App to USB connection, the auto configure is handy
The GS911 WiFi is an intelligent device when connecting via WiFi so it combines the functions of an interface plus operates from inbuilt software
So you can see it is really 2 tools in one, I tend to use the WiFi interface for most things as I am not usually using a Windows PC so it is rare I ever connect with a USB cable or use the PC WiFi utility, I have the GS911 book marked in the browser as I have a reserved IP No in the router as you do
The comments from others elsewhere re signal strength do not sound like they are an issue for you, I have used the WiFi capability over some long distances without problems so I would not go off on that tangent
BMWRGS:
Well guys, my patience is running thin and I am getting a little more than just a bit pi$$ed at this device.
* It works perfectly using the USB cable - no error messages, not a single one.
* It works perfectly using the GS-911 Utility in WiFi mode and Open browser for selected feature - no error messages, not a single one.
* I get countless error messages when using the GS-911 program in WiFi mode.
So today I did the following:
I made sure my vehicle's battery wasn't the culprit. I fully charged the battery using my HP lab grade DC power supply and then used the power supply to maintain a healthy voltage while testing. It made NO DIFFERENCE.
I moved my laptop closer to my router. It made NO DIFFERENCE. From that position, I could Identify (beep) device using the GS-911 Utility. I also went into my router and checked settings. All fine, besides if that was the problem, it would not communicate in the Utility program.
I checked for updates again.
I did a Test Interface again...
While running a Realtime Values and other features, I get a Registration message again. How many effing times will I get that message when it has been registered already???????
Ans then while performing another Test interface, I get this...
I will let Hex Code figure this out or the unit is going back for a refund or exchange. I am done messing around!!!!!!!!
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