: If using a third-party cable (e.g., from eBay or Amazon), use the drivers provided on the included CD or from the vendor. 2. Install the Driver Manually

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A: In theory, yes, but only through the virtual machine approach. The native 32‑bit drivers are unlikely to install or work correctly on Windows 11 64‑bit. Some users have reported success with the CH340 driver workaround, but it is not guaranteed.

Standard drivers included with older software packages were often 32-bit only. A 64-bit operating system requires compatible 64-bit drivers to recognize the hardware. Without the correct driver, you may encounter: "Device Not Recognized" errors in Windows. COM port errors within the VCDS software. Software crashes or system instability. Installation Steps for 64-Bit Windows

With your cable and software working, you can perform a wide range of diagnostics, including:

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If you cannot get the full 908 software running, try downloading VCDS-Lite (the modern, free version designed for 3rd party interfaces). It often works better with older, non-original hardware.

A: No. The drivers are x64 only. ARM64 emulation for USB serial devices is poorly supported.