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Compatibility check for USB devices

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Systems concerned: ULF-SBX-H, CBX-MEDIA for all vehicles

Procedure for compatibility check of the present USB device: 

  1. Download the current version of the USB information bulletin.
  2. Compile USB device data:
    • Designation of USB device
    • If applicable, software version of the USB device
  3. Compile control-unit data:
    • Control unit software version (BMW part number)
  4. Use the USB device data, control-unit data and the USB information bulletin to determine whether the present USB device is approved by BMW for this vehicle.
    NOTE: The diagnostic ranges offered on the Integrated Service Information Display apply to recommended USB devices. If the USB device is approved in the information bulletin for restricted use only, the restrictions of the USB device have priority over the diagnosis instructions.