: A complete overhaul of the OBD-II protocol module for current-generation interfaces.
: New progress indicators for Gateway List (GVL) searches on MQB and MLB-II platforms. Compatibility and Requirements
: Compatible with all genuine Ross-Tech interfaces sold since 2004, including the HEX-NET, HEX-V2, HEX+CAN, and Micro-CAN series. Note that legacy interfaces like HEX+CAN do not support 2019 or newer vehicles. vcds 178 new
VCDS (VAG-COM Diagnostic System) Release was a major update released by Ross-Tech on July 30, 2017. It introduced critical compatibility for the 2018 model year and optimized performance for newer hardware interfaces like the HEX-NET and HEX-V2. Key Features and Updates in Release 17.8
: Requires Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11. It is not compatible with Windows S. : A complete overhaul of the OBD-II protocol
To run VCDS 17.8 effectively, your hardware and software environment must meet specific criteria:
The "new" 17.8 version brought several technical enhancements over its predecessors (17.1 through 17.6): Note that legacy interfaces like HEX+CAN do not
: While official software requires genuine hardware, many third-party "clone" cables (often using the ATMEGA162 + FT232RL chipsets) were sold specifically to work with a modified version of 17.8.1. Installation and "Expiration" Issues