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FSC vs HUTool 2.6

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#1 ·
Hi,

I have a '17 F25 X3 that no longer has a subscription for ConnectDrive apps, RTTI, maps, etc. I went to update my maps and I received a message "Connect USB device with correct activation code". For some reason I thought a manual map update was ok, I guess not.

I have a NBT EVO ID5 and after some research I came across HUTool. Now my understanding is that it "patches" (aka installs some SW to bypass the FSC check) the headunit so that the FSC codes generated from this tool can work. I came across this post here that outlines the process.

My questions are as follows?
  1. Should I back up any existing FSC codes?
  2. Does the full FSC set of codes enable the apps, etc.?
  3. If I wanted to buy BMWs subscriptions in the future, do I need to re-flash the HU?
  4. Any pros/cons about using this tool or any risks? Should I just buy a FSC code for carplay and maps?
Thanks!
 
#2 ·
Manual Map Update is ok, so long as you map FSC Code valid for map you are loading.

HUTool only works on older firmware, so may not even work for you. PM sent.
 
#4 ·
I was referring to I-Step only in regard to the firmware level, and ability to use HUTool.
 
#6 ·
@shawnsheridan Hi. I have a G30 with ID 6 (currently Roap Map EUROPE EVO 2019-2) . From what I need I will need either a person who can send me FSC and I need to use it with an ENET cable.
Is there an alternative to that? Are the HU tools free for generating a FSC with navi, apple car play...
Thanks
PM sent.
 
#8 ·
NBTevo_Nxxxxxx is 18-03, so yes. PM sent.
 
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#12 ·
HUTool won't work for NBTevo_Y. PM sent.
 
#22 ·
PM sent.
 
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PM sent.
 
#26 ·
Yes, but only via ENET Cable, so HUTool will not work.
 
#30 ·
Patch Possible, but not with HUTool. PM sent.
 
#32 ·
PM sent.
 
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PM sent.
 
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PM sent.
 
#49 ·
NBTevo_K is 17-03 firmware, so yes. PM sent.
 
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#51 ·
Does not matter, although I would do Coding as final step.
 
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#53 ·
Yes, can be patched, but not with HUTool. PM sent.