ENET OBD2-to-Ethernet cable
Hardware / interface
Ethernet diagnostic cable for BMW and MINI F, G and I series, and for DoIP Volvo models with VDASH.
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BMW ICOM Next
Also known as ICOM Next and ICOM NEXT A
BMW Group’s recommended vehicle interface for ISTA diagnosis and programming on BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce.
Independent community profile — not affiliated with the manufacturer.
About BMW ICOM Next
ICOM Next is the current generation of BMW's "Integrated Communication Optical Module", the box that connects a workshop PC running ISTA to the car. It replaced the ICOM A1, A2 and A3.
What it does
- Connects to the car's OBD socket and talks DoIP (Ethernet) to F, G and I series cars, and the older D-CAN and K-line buses for E series.
- Links to the workshop PC or network by LAN or Wi-Fi, so several workstations can share it.
- Used by ISTA for diagnosis and by ISTA programming to update or replace control units.
For independent workshops
- BMW recommends the ICOM Next for ISTA. Independent workshops buy time-based ISTA access through BMW's aftersales online system and use it with an ICOM or another supported pass-thru device.
- For coding apps and E-series hobby work, a simple ENET or K+DCAN cable is far cheaper but cannot do everything ISTA programming needs.
Good to know
- Copies of older ICOM models are common; ISTA programming over an unstable connection can leave a control unit unusable.
Software that runs on it
Programs that work with BMW ICOM Next, and how certain that is.
| Software | Status | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW ISTA | Official | Time-based tickets (hour, week, month or year) through BMW’s aftersales portal; rates vary by country | Recommended by BMW, also for programming. |
Capabilities & coverage
Key capabilities
- Coding
- ECU flashing
- Guided diagnostics
- Live data
- Read & clear fault codes
Vehicle brands
Compatibility note: coverage listed here is a summary of community-submitted information that staff have not yet reviewed. It is not a guarantee for a specific vehicle, model year or software version. Always check the manufacturer's documentation.
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