Suggestions: the Wireless Interface for GM MDI

GM MDI Tech 3 Interface is Dealer Level Diagnostic Tool for Multiple Brand vehicle: GM, Opel, Chevrolet, Saab, MDI Tech 3 is the new auto diagnostic tool between the vehicle DLC and a PC, it can be used for SPS programming on existing and future SGM vehicles. So, today, i will introduce to you the details.

–How to configure the Wireless interface?

· Connect to MDI with USB connection.

· Update the MDI firmware if required

· From the MDI explorer TAB, select the MDI and press the connect button.

· Select the Network Setup TAB.

· Select the ‘Enable Wireless Interface’ box in the Network Setup TAB.

· If using Dynamic IP addresses (DHCP) select the ‘Obtain an IP address automatically’ box.

· If using Static IP address:

·  If connecting to the dealer network contact your IT/Network Administrator for IP

settings.

·  Select the ‘Use the following IP address’ box.

·  Enter the IP address to be used.

·  Enter the appropriate Subnet mask.

· Select ‘Access Point’.

· Select ‘Refresh’ to list the SSID’s of the ‘in range’ Access Points available.

· If the SSID of the Access Point is not broadcast or is not in range may be entered manually

by selecting ‘Enter Network Name’ and entering the SSID.

· Select ‘Configure’ and enter the Access Point security information. Select ‘Next’.

· Select ‘Apply’.

· Verify settings in Properties tab.

· Signal Quality (fair, good, excellent) indicates the MDI has connected to AP.

· From MDI explorer TAB, select disconnect.

· Unplug the USB connector from the MDI.

· Unplug the wired Ethernet connector from the MDI if present.

· If the MDI, PC and AP are configured properly, the MDI should still appear in the MDI

explorer.

· Select Connect

–When configuring a Wireless interface for the MDI, which authentication and encryption level should be used?

It is necessary to access the AP/Router in order to determine these settings. It some cases you

are required to contact your IT/Network Administrator for this information. Authentication and

encryption level settings are dependent on the Access Point/Router security settings.

–How do I disable the Wireless interface?

· Connect to MDI with USB connection.

· Deselect the ‘Enable Wireless Interface’ box in the Network Setup tab.