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What is XPROG?

XPROG is a programmer used for read and write data for controller chip,include erial EEPROM’s, Microcontrollers (MCU), Electronics Control Units (ECU), DashBoards, Immobilizers, Calculators and others).And you need have XPROG software and XPROG box interface to perform data reading and writing.

XPROG Features:

Software:
Fully compatible with all software versions of ” Device Programmer Desktop”
Software update (ATMEGA) – directly from “Device Programmer Desktop”
Software version control mechanism

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Error handling :
Self check for error handling

High speed:
High speed RS232 communication interface, fully compatible with USB to RS232 adapter
High speed hardware engine (PLD)

Connector:
Fully upward-compatible XPROG connector
Multi functional XPROG-m connector

Programming:
8 pin DIP socket for on- board programming
Supports many PLCC, QFP, LQFP adapters for on- board programming

Regulate:
Two PWM regulated and ADC controlled voltage regulators

XPROG PC System Requirements:

Processor:INTEL Pentium 60MHz or faster (depends on operating system)

Memory (RAM):64MB (depends on operating system)

Hard Drive: 20MB free space

Communication:One free physical COM or USB port

Operating system: Microsoft Windows NT/ME/2000/XP/VISTA/WIN7/WIN8

XPROG Support Languages:

Only English and Chinese

XPROG software, free download:

XPROG V6.12 Download

XPROG v5.84 Download

Latest Version X-PROG Box ECU Programmer

How to Install XPROG V5.84?

Tips for installing Xprog V5.84.

1.Disable anti-virus program when downloading software and running software.

2.Uninstall all the software and USB drivers of the old version xprog-box on your computer, then install the new XPROG5.84 software.

3.Run 5.84Regsisty program for several times when installing software

4.Run 5.84Regsisty file for 2 times before you run software everytime .

XPROG 6.12 Software Update:

AUTH-0001 Motorola HC05 family authorization (allows to read/write EEPROM)
AUTH-0002 Motorola HC08 family authorization (allows to read/write EEPROM)
AUTH-0003 Motorola HC11 family authorization (allows to read/write EEPROM)
AUTH-0004 Motorola HC12, 9S12 family authorization (allows to read/write EEPROM and flash memory)
AUTH-0005 Texas Instruments TMS370/TMS374 family authorization (allows to read/write EEPROM)
AUTH-0006 Motorola HC05Bxx and HC05Xxx family bypass security authorization (allows to read/write secured EEPROM and flash memory)
AUTH-0007 ST M35080 authorization. Read/Write/Erase device to delivery state.
AUTH-0008 BMW EWS3 authorization
AUTH-0009 ATMEGA family authorization (allows to read/write EEPROM and flash memory)
AUTH-0010 MB ZGS001 authorization
AUTH-0011 Motorola HC11EA9/E9 bypass security authorization (allows to bypass security bit and read EEPROM and RAM memory)
AUTH-0012 National CR16 authorization (allows to read/write EEPROM memory)
AUTH-0014 ST7, ST10 family authorization (allows to read/write internal flash)
AUTH-0015 MPC5xx authorization (depending on device program automatically detects MPC5xx, M95xxx device type, flash, external flash and configuration memory size)
AUTH-0018 Motorola HC12, HC912, MC9S12, MC9S12X bypass security authorization (allows to read/write secured EEPROM and flash memory)
AUTH-0020 ARM (Micronas, …) Family authorization (allows to read/write internal flash and external serial EEPROM)
AUTH-0021 ARM (Micronas, …) Family bypass security authorization (allows to read/write secured and non-secured internal flash and external serial EEPROM, view/change mileage, Chassis number (VIN), serial number and PIN code).
AUTH-0023-1 MAC7xxx
AUTH-0023-2 XC23xx
AUTH-0024-1 MC9S12Cxx
AUTH-0024-2 MC9S12XE
AUTH-0024-3 9S12XE SECURITY
AUTH-0024-4 MC9S12HA/HY/P
AUTH-0025-1 MPC/SPC5xxx Authorized 2016/3/13

AUTH-0027-1 HC(S)908 update Authorized 2016/3/13

AUTH-0027-2 HC(S)908 sercurity Authorized 2016/3/13

AUTH-0028-1 Renesas V850 Authorized 2017/10/9

AUTH-0028-2 Renesas SuperH Authorized 2017/10/9

AUTH-0028-3 Renesas RL78 Authorized

AUTH-0028-4 Renesas M32C Authorized

XPROG Programmer Support ECU:

MC68HC05 MC68HC05B6 (0F10V, 3D33J), MC68HC05B8, MC68HC05B16, MC68HC05B32 (0D60J, 3G96A) , MC68HC05X32(0D53J, 0D69J, 1H52A, 1D69J), MC68HC705X32(2D59J), MC68HC705B16(0D28J), MC68HC705B16N, MC68HC705B32, MC68HC05E6(0F82B, 0G72G), MC68HC05H12(0H57A), MC68HC05P3(1E25B), MC68HC705P3(1F75B) , MC68HC05K3(S105078003).
MC68HC05(bypass security) MC68HC05Bxx, MC68HC05Xxx..
MC68HC08 + (Bypass security) MC68HC08AS32, MC68HC08AZ32, MC68HC08AZ32(0J66D), MC68HC908AZ32(0L72A), MC68HC08AZ32A(1L52H), MC68HC08AZ32A(2L52H), MC68HC08AS60, MC68HC08AS60(8H62A), MC68HC908AS60(3J74Y), MC68HC08AZ60, MC68HC08AZ60(2J74Y), MC68HC08AZ60A, MC68HC08AZ60A(1L87J), MC68HC908AZ60A(3K85K), MC68HC908GR4(2M70Z), MC68HC908GR8(2M70Z), MC68HC908GR16(0M76Z, ), MC68HC908LJ24, MC68HC908LK24, MC68HC908LJ12 (AUTH-0027-1), (AUTH-0027-2)
MC9S08 MC9S08DZ16, MC9S08DZ32, MC9S08DZ48, MC9S08DZ60, MC9S08DZ98, MC9S08DZ128, MC9S08DV96, MC9S08DV128, MC9S08AW8, MC9S08AW16, MC9S08AW48, MC9S08AW32, MC9S08AW60, MC9S08JM8, MC9S08JM16, MC9S08JM32, MC9S08JM60, MC9S08AC/EL/FL/SH/SG/SL/ (AUTH-0027-1)
MC68HC11 MC68HC11A1(C11W), MC68HC11A8(AB95T), MC68HC11E1, MC68HC11E9(4E28B,0F36W), MC68HC11EA9(0D46J,1D47J, 2D47J), MC68HC11F1(2F37E), MC68HC11F1(E87J), MC68HC11K4, MC68HC11K4(0E75J), MC68HC11K4(1E62H), MC68HC11K4(3E74J), MC68HC11KA4, MC68HC11KA4(0E57S), MC68HC11KS2(1E59B), MC68HC11KS2(0H95B), MC68HC11KW1, MC68HC11L6, MC68HC11P2(3E74J), MC68HC11P2(1E53M), MC68HC11P2(0G10V), MC68HC11PA8, MC68HC11PH8, MC68HC11PH8(3D64J), MC68HC11PH8(0H30R).
MC68HC11(bypass sercurity) MC68HC11A1(C11W), MC68HC11A8(AB95T), MC68HC11E1, MC68HC11E9(4E28B,0F36W), MC68HC11EA9(0D46J,1D47J, 2D47J), MC68HC11F1(2F37E).
MC68HC(9)12, MC9S12 + bypass sercurity MC68HC12BL16 (only EEPROM), MC68HC12B32, MC68HC912D60, MC68HC912D60A, MC68HC912Dx128, MC68HC912Dx128A, MC9S12C64(0M66G), MC9S12HZ128(2L16Y, 3L16Y), MC9S12HZ256 (2L16Y, 3L16Y), MC9S12DT128(1L40K, 3L40K, 4L40K, 0L94R, 1L59W,5L40K), MC9S12DG128 (0L58S), MC9S12DB128B (0L85D), MC9S12DJ64 (0L86D), MC9S12D64 (1L86D,2L86D), MC9S12DJ64 (3L86D), MC9S12DJ64 (4L86D,0M89C), MC9S12DP256 (0K79X, 1K79X, 2K79X), MC9S12DT128 (1L85D), MC9S12DT256 (0L01Y), MC9S12H256 (1K78X), MC9S12B128 (0L80R, 1L80R, 2L80R, 3L80R ), MC9S12H256 (2K78X), MC9S12DP512 (0L00M , 1L00M, 2L00M), MC9S12C64 (0M66G), MC9S12T64 (L42M)
MC9S12C MC9S12C16, MC9S12C32, MC9S12C64, MC9S12C96, MC9S12C128 Supported Masks: 0M66G, 2L09S, 2L45J (AUTH-0024-1)
MC9S12C + bypass security MC9S12C64 Supported Masks: 0M66G (AUTH-0024-1)
MC9S12T + bypass security MC9S12T64 Supported Masks: L42M (AUTH-0024-4, AUTH-0024-5)
MC9S12HA/HY/P 9S12HA32/48/64(P-FLASH, D-FLASH), 9S12HY32/48/64(P-FLASH, D-FLASH), 9S12P32/64/96/128 (P-FLASH, D-FLASH) (AUTH-0024-4)
MC9S12G 9S12G(A/N)16/32/48/64/96/128/192/240(P-FLASH, EEPROM) (AUTH-0024-4)
MC9S12VR 9S12VR16/32/48/64(FLASH, EEPROM) (AUTH-0024-4)
MC9S12X + bypass sercurity MC9S12XD128, MC9S12XD256, MC9S12XDT384, MC9S12XDP512 (0L15Y, 1L15Y, 0M84E, 1M84E, 0M42E, 1M42E, 2M42E)
MC9S12XHZ MC9S12XHZ256, MC9S12XHZ384, MC9S12XHZ512
MC9S12XE MC9S12XEG128 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM), MC9S12XET256 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM),MC9S12XEQ384 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM), MC9S12XEQ512 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM), MC9S12XEP768 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM), MC9S12XEP100 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM) Supported Masks: 0M53J, 1M53J, 2M53J, 3M25J, 5M48H, 1N35H (AUTH-0024-2)
MC9S12XF MC9S12XF128, 256, 384, 512 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM) Supported Masks: 0M64J, 1M64J, 2M64J(AUTH-0024-2)
MC9S12XE + reset security MC9S12XEG128 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM), MC9S12XET256 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM),MC9S12XEQ384 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM), MC9S12XEQ512 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM), MC9S12XET512 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM), MC9S12XEP768 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM), MC9S12XEP100, SC667095, SC667249 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM) Supported Masks: 0M53J, 1M53J, 2M53J, 3M25J, 5M48H, 1N35H (AUTH-0024-3)
MC9S12XF + reset security MC9S12XF128, 256, 384, 512 (PFLASH, DFLASH, EEPROM) Supported Masks: 0M64J, 1M64J, 2M64J(AUTH-0024-3)
MC9S12XHY 9S12XHY128(P-FLASH, D-FLASH) 0M23Y, 9S12XHY256(P-FLASH, D-FLASH) 0M23Y (AUTH-0024-4)
MC9S12XS 9S12XS64/128/256(P-FLASH, D-FLASH) 0M04M, 1M04M, 0M05M (AUTH-0024-4)
MC9S12XS + reset security 9S12XS128(P-FLASH, D-FLASH) 0M04M, 1M04M, 0M05M (AUTH-0024-5)
ARM Micronas + bypass sercurity CDC3217, CDC3272, CDC3297, CDC32xx + 24C32
MPC5xx MPC555, MPC556, MPC561, MPC562, MPC563, MPC564, MPC565, MPC566.
CR16 CR16MCS9V
ST7/ST10 ST72321, ST72F321, ST72521, ST72F521, ST10F168, ST10F269, ST10F272, ST10F275, ST10F276, ST10F280
MPC5xxx/SPC56xxx MPC5515(FLASH, Shadow), MPC5516(FLASH, Shadow), MPC5517(FLASH, Shadow), MPC5554(FLASH, Shadow), SGMPPC6121F(MPC5565), MPC5602B/C, MPC5603B/C, MPC5604B/C, MPC5605B (1M03Y), MPC5606B (1M03Y), MPC5607B (1M03Y), MPC5602S (2M25V), MPC5604S (2M25V), MPC5606S (2M25V), MPC5603P, MPC5604P (0M26V), SPC560B40/50/54/60/64, SPC560C40/50, SPC560P44/50, SPC56AP54/60: Code FLASH, Data FLASH, Code FLASH Test, Code FLASH Shadow, Test FLASH Block, SPC5632M, SPC5633M, SPC5634M FLASH, Shadow, OTP0, OTP1, OTP2, SPC560P30, SPC560P40, SPC564A70, SPC564A80, MPC5642A, MPC5644A, SPC56EL70 (AUTH-0025-1)
MAC7xxx MAC7111 FLASH/D-FLASH, MAC7112 FLASH/D-FLASH, MAC7116 FLASH/D-FLASH, MAC7131 FLASH/D-FLASH MAC7241 FLASH, MAC7241 Shadow Block, MAC7242 FLASH, MAC7242 Shadow Block (AUTH-0023-1)
XC16x XC164-F16, XC164-F32

Is Windows or Mac better for programming? Another in a long line of questions about which of the two is better for what activity. The Windows vs Mac debate has been going on for as long as the two have existed.

When you choose a laptop for programming, it seems as though the internet is rife with opinion posts about which is better for what subject whether it be personal use, photo or video editing, web development, gaming, cat video playing, etc. Today, we take a look at whether Windows or Mac is better for programming. By the way, read this if you are unsure about a laptop or desktop for programming.

The Mac appears to hail as the go-to for software engineers but does it really stand out against Windows for programming specifically? The answer is not as simple as you might think.

In short, this choice really comes down to the programming you will be doing and your own personal preference. Before we get into the breakdown between the two, there are a few things to remember when it comes to programming.

Mac Vs. Windows For Programming In 2020

Linux and UNIX

Linux and UNIX are very important to programming. Before Linux came UNIX. UNIX is an operating system and is crowned as one of, if not the best, operating systems ever created, so called for its stability, flexibility, and security.

Linux is an operating system as well, just like Windows and macOS and has become one of the most popular development operating systems available. It powers everything from your phone to your refrigerator. Linux is Unix-like, meaning it is similar in many ways to Unix despite not being the same. You must be able to run Linux on your laptop to be able to program. That being said, both Mac and Windows can run Linux just fine.

…UNIX called for its stability, flexibility, and security . Linux powers everything from your phone to your refrigerator ..

What Are You Programming For

The laptop you choose will also depend on what sort of programming and development you are working on. Simply stated, if you’re doing programming work for macOS, it will likely be easier on you if you have macOS running on your device; likewise with Windows.

Simply stated, there are some stacks which just work better with Windows and some that just work better with Mac. So, before choosing a platform to program on, first think about what sort of programming you are going to be doing.

Personal Preference

To be perfectly frank, this debate really comes down to personal preference. If you’ve been using Windows your whole life, don’t take this article (or any of the opinionated, indoctrinated debates you see online) as proof that you need to switch to Mac or vice versa.

There is really no right answer to this question and it all comes down to your needs as a programmer i.e. what and who you are programming for as well as your needs as a consumer of technology. So, relax and have fun! That’s what programming is about.

Familiarity Of UX

Mac laptops are versatile, high tech machines that can get the job done. They will be able to handle most any coding and programming work you do. Especially if you’re doing programming work for an Apple ecosystem, then a Mac is your best option.

Almost any hiccups can be worked around using alternate software, apps, programs, etc. Some programmers claim that Mac will give you far fewer headaches than Windows when it comes to certain stacks or languages which may be true but the bottom line is your ability to program.

MacOS is Unix-like, meaning it is similar to, but not the same as, Unix and by extension, Linux. This means that development may just be a tiny bit easier and slightly less time-consuming on a Mac as compared to Windows.

Your Budget

The main drawback to Mac for the first time buyer is the price. Most new Macs range well over $2000 at the time of writing.

If you’re into programming as a career, Mac is definitely an option to consider for its programming ability and ease of use in certain stack development.

For casual programmers though, there are other, more budget-friendly, options available to you that will work for your purposes.

Do You Need Windows Specific Tools

With Windows, you would be developing on the platform used by the most users. Despite the Macs’ popularity in the media, Windows still reigns as the most used platform and thus the most developed for. You’ll find it more popular with software engineers who develop for the enterprise.

That being said, you can’t develop for iOS on a Windows computer so keep in mind the type of development you want to work on.

Windows is not Unix-like, as macOS is, but Linux can be run on Windows now and updates are being made relatively regularly to support it. This can bring Windows nearly up to the level of ease that a Mac gives with more compatibility and stability.

Stability Of O.S

While Windows is great for front end development, for back end developers, the platform can be a pain to use. You’ll be sitting through several hours of updates, drivers, installers, etc. to get a good system running but after that, you’ll find your development easier.

Does This Really Matter

While Windows may be better for some programming and Mac other, most all programming can be done on either with some workarounds. ‘Better’ (in terms of programming) here really means ‘easier’. Both types of laptops are very similar and you’ll find that programming ease often comes with practice and knowledge and not necessarily equipment.

Conclusion

Always keep in mind the type of programming you want to be doing and what your own personal preferences are when choosing between Mac and Windows for your programming needs.

Both types of laptops are very similar and you’ll find that programming ease often comes with practice and knowledge and not necessarily equipment. Always keep in mind the type of programming you want to be doing and what your own personal preferences are when choosing between Mac and Windows for your programming needs.

Resources

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LINFO. Linux for Absolute Beginners, The Linux Info Project.

Macbook Vs Windows For Programming