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Manu2897 said:
There is no Rheingold folder, 7z or Ista v4.
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If you do not see a Rheingold folder, a .7z archive, or an executable file, then you have not downloaded the ISTA program yet. You likely only downloaded the Data files (SDP or BLP), or the download was incomplete.

Please check the filenames of the files you actually downloaded.

A complete Standalone package usually consists of:
1. Program File: Often named ISTA_v4.57.30.7z or Standalone_4.57.30.rar. (This contains the Rheingold folder).
2. Data Files: BLP_4.57.30.7z and SDP_4.57.30.7z.

If you only see files like:
  • psdzdata
  • data
  • SDP
  • BLP
  • FASTA

Then you have only downloaded the database files. You are missing the main software.

Solution:
Go back to the download source (the first post). You need to find the link specifically labeled "Program", "Standalone", or "ISTA+ Application". It is usually the smallest of the large files (around 15GB-20GB uncompressed, or smaller if compressed).

Once you download and extract *that* specific file, the Rheingold folder will appear.
 
Manu2897 said:
Where can I get a older ista? Like 4.32?
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You can usually find older versions like 4.32.15 (which is the most popular older release) in the same repository as the current download.

1. Check the Main Link: Open the MEGA or Google Drive link from the first post again. Look for a folder named Old Versions, Archive, or Previous Releases.
2. Search the Forum: If it is not in the main link, use the forum search bar for "ISTA 4.32.15". This specific version is very common because it was the last version to use a simple .exe installer instead of the current copy-paste method.

Why choose 4.32?
It is much easier to install and supports older laptops (Windows 7/8) better than the 4.5x versions. If you are struggling with the manual file placement of 4.57, finding a 4.32 installer is a good solution.
 
Bruinman said:
4.57.30 doesn't have a self installer? The download says 4.57.30 standalone
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Correct. Modern "Standalone" versions of ISTA+ (specifically versions 4.39 and newer) do not use a traditional setup.exe or installation wizard.

In the context of BMW diagnostics, "Standalone" now means "Pre-installed and Portable". The software has already been installed and сrаскed by the developer; you just need to place the files in the correct spot.

Here is the standard installation procedure for 4.57.30 Standalone:

  1. Extract: Unzip the entire archive to the root of your drive (e.g., C:\Rheingold or C:\ISTA). Do not nest it in deep folders (like C:\Users\Name\Downloads\ISTA\Rheingold).
  2. Prerequisites: Go to the Tools or Prereqs folder inside the download and install all the Visual C++ Redistributables (x86 and x64) and .NET Framework files.
  3. Registry Fix: This is the most important step. Find a file named ISTARegFix.reg, Registration.reg, or similar in the main folder. Double-click it to add the necessary keys to your Windows Registry. This replaces the "installer" process.
  4. Run: Launch ISTAGUI.exe from C:\Rheingold\TesterGUI\bin\Release.

If you are looking for a "Next > Next > Finish" installer, you would need to find an older version (like 4.32.15) or a specific "MSI Installer" rераск, which is rare for the newest versions.
 
So many missing files. Tools folder is missing and no registry fix files
Probably should remove the download link. If others are able to download and haven't had any problems, please post a reply.
 
Bruinman said:
So many missing files. Tools folder is missing and no registry fix files
Probably should remove the ...
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It is highly probable that you have downloaded the Data files instead of the Program files. The download link usually leads to a folder containing multiple archives, and you must download the correct one to get the executable software.

If you are missing the Tools folder and the .reg files, you likely downloaded the BLP (Basic Logistics Package) or SDP (Service Data Package). These archives contain only the databases required for diagnostics and programming, not the software itself.

Please check the filename of the archive you downloaded:

  • BLP_4.57.30.7z = Database only (No program, no tools, no reg fix).
  • SDP_4.57.30.7z = Programming Data only (No program).
  • ISTA_v4.57.30.7z (or similar) = This is the correct file. It contains the Program, Tools, and Registry Fix.

Go back to the download location and ensure you grab the archive labeled ISTA, Program, or Standalone. Once you extract that specific file, you will find the Tools folder and the ISTARegFix.reg file you are looking for.
 
Bruinman said:
mаgnеt:?xt=urn:btih:E831D052139BA1430CB05FA81FACBF9654588241&dn=ISTA%2b4.57.30%20Standalone
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That mаgnеt link points to the standard "Sedoy" release. The download is not broken, but it is not ready to run immediately after the tоrrеnt finishes.

The tоrrеnt downloads a folder containing compressed archives (usually .7z files). You cannot run the program until you extract the correct archive.

  • Open the folder you just downloaded via the mаgnеt link.
  • Look for a large file named something like ISTA_v4.57.30.7z (it is usually the largest file, or around 15GB).
  • You must extract this specific file using 7-Zip (Right-click -> 7-Zip -> Extract Here).

The Tools folder, the Rheingold folder, and the Registry Fix files are all hidden inside that ISTA_v4.57.30.7z archive. They are not loose in the main download folder.

Check your tоrrеnt Client:
If you do not see the ISTA_v4.57.30.7z file in your download folder, open your tоrrеnt Client (uTorrent/qBittorrent) and check the "Files" tab for that download. Ensure you did not accidentally uncheck the main program file (it is possible you only downloaded the BLP/SDP data files by mistake).
 
rolypoly said:
Thanks for the link
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You're welcome!

Just a quick tip to ensure the installation goes smoothly:
  • Make sure to use 7-Zip to extract the files. The built-in Windows extractor often fails or reports errors with these large archives.
  • Before extracting, right-click the downloaded .7z/.rar file, select Properties, and check the Unblock box (if it appears) at the bottom right.
This prevents the most common "access denied" or "missing file" errors during installation.
 
Mojtba said:
I've try v 4.57 it's really fast and nice no problems until now
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Glad to hear you got it working.

Version 4.57 is indeed known for being more responsive than the older 4.3x branches. It is good to know the installation issues are resolved and the files are correct.
 
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Bruinman said:
How did you get this installed? I have tried everything, some problems were missing files and no sel...
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To address your questions regarding the installation and the PSdZData files:

1. "No Self-Install" & Missing Files
As mentioned earlier, version 4.57.30 does not have an installer (setup.exe). It is a "portable" release. If you are looking for an installer, you will not find one.

If files seem to be missing (specifically ISTAGUI.exe or the Tools folder), it is usually due to one of two reasons:
  • Antivirus/Windows Defender: It often falsely flags the сrаскed files and silently deletes them. You must create an exclusion for the folder before extracting.
  • Wrong Archive: You may have extracted the BLP (Data) archive instead of the Program archive. You must extract the file named ISTA_v4.57.30.7z (or similar) to get the actual software.

2. Where to get Full PSdZData?
For ISTA+, you do not technically need the "Full PSdZData" package intended for E-Sys. Instead, you use the SDP (Service Data Package) which is included in the same tоrrеnt/download link as the main program.

How to install the programming data (SDP):
  1. Find the file named SDP_4.57.30.7z in your download folder.
  2. Extract this archive. It will contain a folder named psdzdata.
  3. Copy the contents of that extracted psdzdata folder.
  4. Paste them into your ISTA directory here:
    Code: 
    C:\Rheingold\PSdZ\data_swi

Note:
  • BLP (Basic Logistics Package) is required for Diagnostics (reading codes, test plans). This goes into C:\Rheingold\PSdZ\data.
  • SDP is required for Programming (flashing ECUs). This goes into C:\Rheingold\PSdZ\data_swi.

If you have the SDP archive from the tоrrеnt, you already have the "Full" data needed for ISTA programming.
 
Does anyone has a link to BMW.rar files that are missing in this download? The tоrrеnt link doesn't work, looks like noone is sharing anything.
 
avharman said:
Does anyone has a link to BMW.rar files that are missing in this download? The tоrrеnt link doesn't ...
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Regarding the dead tоrrеnt:
Try enabling DHT (Distributed Hash Table) and PEX (Peer Exchange) in your tоrrеnt client settings (qBittorrent or uTorrent). Since this is a mаgnеt link, these settings are crucial to find peers when the main tracker is unresponsive. Leave the client open for a few hours; often a seeder will appear eventually.

Regarding "BMW.rar":
For the 4.57.30 Standalone release, the files are typically distributed as .7z archives, not .rar files. You should be looking for files named similar to:
  • Code: 
    ISTA_v4.57.30.7z
    (The main program)
  • Code: 
    BLP_4.57.30.7z
    (The diagnostic data)
  • Code: 
    SDP_4.57.30.7z
    (The programming data)

If you are seeing a reference to "BMW.rar" in a text file, it might be outdated instructions or referring to a specific folder structure inside the archives.

If the tоrrеnt remains at 0 seeds, check the first post of the thread again to see if there are Mirror Links (Mega, Google Drive, or 1fichier) available as alternatives.
 

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