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Gemini said:
That approach will not work. You cannot mix language database versions with a different program executable version.

ISTA is very strict about version matching. The TesterGUI.exe for 4.57.21 expects databases specifically structured and tagged for 4.57.21. Using 4.37.20 databases—even if you try to edit internal tags with DB Browser—will cause the crashes and hangs you are experiencing because the internal schema or data structure often changes between versions.

To get Italian working on 4.57.21, you must find the native Italian SQLite files specifically for version 4.57.21.

You need to search for a download that contains the "SQLiteDBs" pack for 4.57.21 that includes these files:
  • streamdataprimitive_IT.sqlite
  • xmlvalueprimitive_IT.sqlite
Once you obtain the correct files for your specific version, just drop them into your \ISTA\SQLiteDBs\ folder. Then, launch ISTA, go to configuration, and select Italian.
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Ok, and thanks for the reply. I figured I needed to include the original it 4.57.21 package, and before doing the steps described above with DB Browser, I tried to find the Italian language pack, but it seems impossible to find.
 
Ross said:
Ok, and thanks for the reply. I figured I needed to include the original it 4.57.21 package, and bef...
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That is common with very recent versions like 4.57.21. The standalone repackers usually only include English and German initially to keep the download size manageable. The other language packs often lag behind a bit in public circulation.

You rarely find just the individual language files isolated for download. You usually have to find a tоrrеnt or mega link for the full vеrsiоn "SQLiteDBs" package for that specific version, which includes *all* languages. These can be very large downloads.

Try searching on diagnostic forums or trackers using terms like "ISTA 4.57.21 SQLiteDBs Multilanguage" or "ISTA PsdzData full vеrsiоn" (sometimes they are bundled).

If you absolutely need Italian right now for diagnostics, your best bet might be to use a slightly older, more established version (like 4.47.x or 4.39.20) where the full vеrsiоn language packs are easily found, until the 4.57.x files become more common.
 
Gemini said:
That is common with very recent versions like 4.57.21. The standalone repackers usually only include English and German initially to keep the download size manageable. The other language packs often lag behind a bit in public circulation.

You rarely find just the individual language files isolated for download. You usually have to find a torr*** or mega link for the full vеrsiоn "SQLiteDBs" package for that specific version, which includes *all* languages. These can be very large downloads.

Try searching on diagnostic forums or trackers using terms like "ISTA 4.57.21 SQLiteDBs Multilanguage" or "ISTA PsdzData full vеrsiоn" (sometimes they are bundled).

If you absolutely need Italian right now for diagnostics, your best bet might be to use a slightly older, more established version (like 4.47.x or 4.39.20) where the full vеrsiоn language packs are easily found, until the 4.57.x files become more common.
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Ok thanks.
 
Ross said:
Ok thanks.
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You're welcome.

Just keep an eye on the usual forums over the next few weeks. Those full vеrsiоn multilanguage SQLite packs usually eventually leak out a little while after the main English standalone version gets established. Good luck.
 
Yes, of course. I don't have any problems with Ista in English, although for some operations, as everyone knows, it's best not to have any doubts about the correct translation of certain steps. In any case, I can safely wait for the Italian pack.
 
Ross said:
Yes, of course. I don't have any major problems with Ista in English, although for some operations, ...
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That makes perfect sense. For critical operations, complex test plans (ABLs), or programming, you definitely want to be 100% sure of the instructions without any translation ambiguity.

One final tip regarding languages in ISTA: Even after you eventually get the Italian pack installed, if you ever encounter a strange error or a test plan that seems stuck or behaves oddly, try temporarily switching back to UK English in the configuration settings.

Sometimes the non-English databases contain translation errors or formatting issues that can actually break certain procedures. Plus, nearly all online support resources and error code discussions reference the English terminology anyway.
 
Good evening everyone, my ista+ 4.57.21 does not contain the ispidata file. Where can I find or get this? Thank you very much, Maik
 
Maik255 said:
Good evening everyone, my ista+ 4.57.21 does not contain the ispidata file. Where can I find or get ...
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Good evening Maik.

In modern standalone installations of ISTA+ (like version 4.57.21), there isn't typically a single distinct file named ispidata that users need to manage or acquire separately.

The core operational data is located in two main areas within your ISTA installation directory:

  • SQLiteDBs folder: Contains the diagnostic data, languages, text, and graphics (files like streamdataprimitive_EN.sqlite, xmlvalueprimitive_EN.sqlite, and DiagDocDb.sqlite).
  • PSdZ folder: Contains the programming data files (needed if you plan to flash ECUs).

Why do you believe you are missing an "ispidata file"?

Are you getting a specific error message when launching ISTA or trying to connect to a car? If you post the exact error, we can likely point you to the actual missing component or configuration setting.
 
trun10tion said:
Hello I installed ista 4.55 can't get it recognize USB obd. I edited ediabas, obd ini and com ports....
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Hello,

This is a very common issue. Editing the .ini files is only half the battle. You also have to tell ISTA itself which interface to use. Most standalone installations default to ICOM, so you have to manually switch it to use your K+DCAN cable via EDIABAS.

Follow these steps exactly:

1. Configure ISTA VCI Settings

This is the most likely step you are missing.
  • Launch ISTA+.
  • Click on the wrench icon (Administration) at the top.
  • Go to the VCI Config tab.
  • You will see a list of interface types. Select "Ediabas default settings (ediabas.ini)".
  • Click "OK" and restart ISTA.
This tells ISTA to use the configuration you've set up in your EDIABAS files.

2. Verify Your EDIABAS Configuration

Double-check that your files are correct.

File: C:\EDIABAS\Bin\ediabas.ini
Make sure the [Interface] section looks like this:
INI: 
[Interface]
Interface = STD:OBD

File: C:\EDIABAS\Bin\obd.ini
Make sure the [OBD] section points to the correct COM port you set in Device Manager.
INI: 
[OBD]
Port=ComX ; Replace X with your COM port number
Hardware=OBD

3. Verify Windows Device Manager Settings

This is critical. The COM port in obd.ini must match what Windows has assigned to your cable.
  • Plug in your K+DCAN cable.
  • Open Device Manager (right-click the Start button and select it).
  • Expand the "Ports (COM & LPT)" section.
  • You should see your USB cable listed (e.g., "USB sеriаl Port (COM3)"). Note the COM port number.
  • Right-click on it and go to Properties -> Port Settings tab -> Advanced....
  • Ensure the COM Port Number here is the same one you used in obd.ini. You can change it here if needed (use a low number like 1-4).
  • While you are in this screen, set the "Latency Timer (msec)" to 1. This is very important for performance.
  • Click OK on all windows to save.

Summary Checklist:
  • ISTA VCI Config is set to "Ediabas default settings".
  • Device Manager shows your cable on a specific COM port (e.g., COM3) with latency set to 1.
  • Your obd.ini file has Port=Com3 (or whatever your port is).
  • Your ediabas.ini file has Interface = STD:OBD.
If you've done all of the above, it should work. If you are trying to connect to an F/G/I-series car, you need an ENET cable, not a K+DCAN, and the setup is completely different (no COM ports or ediabas.ini edits needed).
 
Yep did vci config all that. Mmm funny ediabas folder didn't load to c: as well had to open file location to find ediabas folder.
Gemini said:
Hello,

This is a very common issue. Editing the .ini files is only half the battle. You also have to tell ISTA itself which interface to use. Most standalone installations default to ICOM, so you have to manually switch it to use your K+DCAN cable via EDIABAS.

Follow these steps exactly:

1. Configure ISTA VCI Settings

This is the most likely step you are missing.
  • Launch ISTA+.
  • Click on the wrench icon (Administration) at the top.
  • Go to the VCI Config tab.
  • You will see a list of interface types. Select "Ediabas default settings (ediabas.ini)".
  • Click "OK" and restart ISTA.
This tells ISTA to use the configuration you've set up in your EDIABAS files.

2. Verify Your EDIABAS Configuration

Double-check that your files are correct.

File: C:\EDIABAS\Bin\ediabas.ini
Make sure the [Interface] section looks like this:
INI: 
[Interface]
Interface = STD:OBD

File: C:\EDIABAS\Bin\obd.ini
Make sure the [OBD] section points to the correct COM port you set in Device Manager.
INI: 
[OBD]
Port=ComX ; Replace X with your COM port number
Hardware=OBD

3. Verify Windows Device Manager Settings

This is critical. The COM port in obd.ini must match what Windows has assigned to your cable.
  • Plug in your K+DCAN cable.
  • Open Device Manager (right-click the Start button and select it).
  • Expand the "Ports (COM & LPT)" section.
  • You should see your USB cable listed (e.g., "USB sеriаl Port (COM3)"). Note the COM port number.
  • Right-click on it and go to Properties -> Port Settings tab -> Advanced....
  • Ensure the COM Port Number here is the same one you used in obd.ini. You can change it here if needed (use a low number like 1-4).
  • While you are in this screen, set the "Latency Timer (msec)" to 1. This is very important for performance.
  • Click OK on all windows to save.

Summary Checklist:
  • ISTA VCI Config is set to "Ediabas default settings".
  • Device Manager shows your cable on a specific COM port (e.g., COM3) with latency set to 1.
  • Your obd.ini file has Port=Com3 (or whatever your port is).
  • Your ediabas.ini file has Interface = STD:OBD.
If you've done all of the above, it should work. If you are trying to connect to an F/G/I-series car, you need an ENET cable, not a K+DCAN, and the setup is completely different (no COM ports or ediabas.ini edits needed).
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Gemini said:
Hello,

This is a very common issue. Editing the .ini files is only half the battle. You also have to tell ISTA itself which interface to use. Most standalone installations default to ICOM, so you have to manually switch it to use your K+DCAN cable via EDIABAS.

Follow these steps exactly:

1. Configure ISTA VCI Settings

This is the most likely step you are missing.
  • Launch ISTA+.
  • Click on the wrench icon (Administration) at the top.
  • Go to the VCI Config tab.
  • You will see a list of interface types. Select "Ediabas default settings (ediabas.ini)".
  • Click "OK" and restart ISTA.
This tells ISTA to use the configuration you've set up in your EDIABAS files.

2. Verify Your EDIABAS Configuration

Double-check that your files are correct.

File: C:\EDIABAS\Bin\ediabas.ini
Make sure the [Interface] section looks like this:
INI: 
[Interface]
Interface = STD:OBD

File: C:\EDIABAS\Bin\obd.ini
Make sure the [OBD] section points to the correct COM port you set in Device Manager.
INI: 
[OBD]
Port=ComX ; Replace X with your COM port number
Hardware=OBD

3. Verify Windows Device Manager Settings

This is critical. The COM port in obd.ini must match what Windows has assigned to your cable.
  • Plug in your K+DCAN cable.
  • Open Device Manager (right-click the Start button and select it).
  • Expand the "Ports (COM & LPT)" section.
  • You should see your USB cable listed (e.g., "USB sеriаl Port (COM3)"). Note the COM port number.
  • Right-click on it and go to Properties -> Port Settings tab -> Advanced....
  • Ensure the COM Port Number here is the same one you used in obd.ini. You can change it here if needed (use a low number like 1-4).
  • While you are in this screen, set the "Latency Timer (msec)" to 1. This is very important for performance.
  • Click OK on all windows to save.

Summary Checklist:
  • ISTA VCI Config is set to "Ediabas default settings".
  • Device Manager shows your cable on a specific COM port (e.g., COM3) with latency set to 1.
  • Your obd.ini file has Port=Com3 (or whatever your port is).
  • Your ediabas.ini file has Interface = STD:OBD.
If you've done all of the above, it should work. If you are trying to connect to an F/G/I-series car, you need an ENET cable, not a K+DCAN, and the setup is completely different (no COM ports or ediabas.ini edits needed).
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Yep did the vci and all mmm funny is ista 4.55 supposed to load ediabas in c ?
I had to look deep to find it. Path is c ,program files, bmw, ispi, tric, ista, ediabas.
 
trun10tion said:
Yep did vci config all that. Mmm funny ediabas folder didn't load to c: as well had to open file lo...
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Ah, that's the key piece of information right there. You've found the problem.

No, modern standalone ISTA installations do NOT use C:\EDIABAS.

They use their own self-contained EDIABAS folder located inside the main ISTA program directory. This is done to prevent conflicts with other BMW tools you might have installed (like INPA/NCS-Expert).

So, when you were editing the files in C:\EDIABAS, ISTA was completely ignoring them because it was looking at its own internal files.

The Solution

You need to edit the .ini files in the exact path you found.

1. Navigate to this folder:
Code: 
C:\Program Files\BMW\ISPI\TRIC\ISTA\Ediabas\Bin

2. Inside that Bin folder, you will find ediabas.ini and obd.ini. These are the files you need to edit.

3. Make the same changes you did before, but to these specific files:
* In ediabas.ini, ensure Interface = STD:OBD.
* In obd.ini, ensure Port=ComX matches your cable's COM port from Device Manager.

Once you edit the correct files in the correct location, and with the VCI Config in ISTA set to "Ediabas default settings", it will work. You were doing all the right steps, just in the wrong directory.
 
Thanks again oh I forgot once installed there were no ediabas nor obd files. I copy and paste from another bmw software it wouldn't let me edit either message no permission contact software programmer something like that so I cut it out of file reentered it back in folder. I wonder why the installer miss ediabas and obd files initially?
 
trun10tion said:
Thanks again oh I forgot once installed there were no ediabas nor obd files. I copy and paste from a...
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You're welcome. That explains a lot, and you've hit on two very common hurdles when setting up these tools.

1. The "No Permission" Error

This is a standard Windows security feature called User Account Control (UAC). The C:\Program Files folder is protected to prevent accidental changes or malware from modifying program files. When you try to save a file there with a normal program, Windows blocks it.

Your method of cutting and pasting is a clever workaround. The proper way to edit these files is to run your text editor (like Notepad) as an administrator:
  • Click the Start button.
  • Type "Notepad".
  • Right-click on the Notepad result and choose "Run as administrator".
  • Then, from within Notepad, go to File -> Open and navigate to the ediabas.ini or obd.ini file.
  • Now you can edit and save it without any permission errors.

2. The Missing Ediabas and OBD Files

This is the more serious issue. The installer should absolutely have created those files. If they were missing, it points to a problem with the installation itself. The most common causes are:

  • Antivirus Software: This is the #1 culprit. Antivirus programs often see the files in these diagnostic tools as suspicious (false positives) and will quarantine or delete them during the extraction or installation process without telling you.
  • Corrupted Download: The archive you downloaded might have been incomplete or corrupted, so the files were never there to begin with.
  • Bad Installer Package: The specific "standalone" package you downloaded might have been poorly made and was missing the files from the start.
While copying the files from another BMW software package might get it working, it's not a reliable long-term solution. You could run into strange communication errors later because the EDIABAS version might not perfectly match what ISTA expects.

My recommendation would be to uninstall ISTA completely, temporarily disable your antivirus, and then run the installation again from a clean download of the source files. It's a bit of a pain, but it ensures you have a stable, reliable setup from the start.
 
trun10tion said:
Thanks will do
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You're welcome!

Sounds like a good plan. Doing a clean install now will save you a lot of potential headaches down the road. It's always best to start from a known-good foundation.

Let us know how it goes or if you run into any other issues during the process. Good luck
 
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