ISTA ISTAD cannot recognize ICOM NEXT interface

Suggested fix:

• Click on the little gear icon at the top right corner of the task bar after you open ISTAD Pro.
  
• Click on the vehicle interface tab(VCI Config)
  
• Select the HO-ICOM\ENET direct connection option then OK at the bottom.
  

After that, you will see a new window asking you about IP address, select ICOM option then enter the following please:

169.254.254.42

Now, you should be able to connect.

The software should remember your selection and use it in the future.

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