Ls_Notch

My computer doesn't have the same port as the cord that came with the 6010. What is everyone using? Will one that goes from the box to a usb work?

JWStevens

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I just bought and adapter so I hope so! I don't see why it won't but I def haven't tried it yet.

bad67ls

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Yeah the adapter works fine. Thats what i use on my 6012. New laptops usually dont have serial ports. I have no idea why they still sell the boxes with serial cables.

Pop N Wood

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I paid $7 for one off Amazon. Radio shack wants something like $30 for the same thing.

bad67ls

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I needed one the day before a track rental and got it for 20 from microcenter

Prorac1

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Good to hear that the MSD software supports the adaptors. My Tunercat and datamaster OBD1 software, (yeah, I know, im going back a ways, lol) only supports a few adaptors. Again, good to hear that it sounds like most adaptors are working. Eric L

Ls_Notch

so I got a adapter that connects the serial port to the usb on my computer but when I plug it in nothing happens and I cant transfer to the box. What am I doing wrong? Does the box have to have the ignition on or will the computer power it?

ZONES89RS

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I got the adapter from best buy, had software that makes the lap top read the data.

bad67ls

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Box must be powered by the vehicle. Key on.

Pop N Wood

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Yeah, box needs to be powered on. IIRC it was a little tricky to get the adapter to work right the first time out. Had to select the right "comm" port. Once that is set up right you just step through the different comm port options on the MSD software until it works.

3pedals

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My laptop will only accept the serial adaptor if I plug the adaptor into the USB port BEFORE I turn the computer on. Then it's good to go

LS1MCSS

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MSD recommends a certain adapter. If you use that one and have the key on, it will connect.

Ls_Notch

Thanks guys. Got it to work

camarozz383

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has anyone else had trouble getting there MSD box to run on windows 8? when I hook up my box nothing registers, I went by the instructions but still nothing! I spoke with a MSD teck but still nothing, any help will help!! thanks

Doug G

As 3Pedals said above, plug it into computer and MSD, start car, and then turn on computer, should connect (8.1 here )