[da14u]

Round 2 on the questions....

You ask too many questions, I bet its not that difficult and many of us had similar questions on our mind when installing first time:

So I have read over 2 different install guides, one of them is "Mr Zoolookas". Everything done to the "t", but during initial installation of the Xentry system, I get an error about invalid key (contact service center). I forget the exact error off-hand, but it is during the initial install (never actually get past the install). Partitioning was done, all steps followed exactly as outlined by the guide.

Latest guide for zolookas is available here, keygen are also available here on this forum use (SEARCH)

So besides that issue, I would like to post my next wave of questions (one of which may correct the above issue)...

1.a) I am trying to install Xentry 03-2014 (full install, 2 DVD images). Is there a specific guide or anything special that I need to be doing in addition to the Mr Zoolookas guide I have found?

Yes in addition to that you need to copy the VBoxsevice.exe (AppID253) to startup folder if you haven't done so, so your keys can be recognised through AppID253.

1.b) Do I need to use a Dell D630 or IBM for any specific reason, or can I use any Windows XP based computer with a hardware serial port? I ask because i am not sure if the Xentry system is "expecting" a particular system brand/bios/etc.

No, not any specific PC is used by Xentry, as long as you meet the requirements you can use any PC with XP/SP3. Personally I use D630 with 4GB RAM and 1TB HDD/two partitions/one for MB STAR and other for all other diagnostics..i.e Autocom, Canclip etc

2) Is there a more recent version of the Zoolookas guide I should be following (I have "Mr Zoolookas Guide 2"). I am happy to read and learn myself - but I think I need a bit of help getting pointed the correct place to search for the correct info.

Answered above,search this forum.

3) Regarding keygens: is there a specific keygen for 03-2014, or are these keygens "universal". I have one, but it does not seem to let me change the AppID.

Answered above,search this forum.

4) Once the key is correctly entered, does this expire? Will I need to re-enter it every 90 days or must i screw with keeping the date/time moved back all the time?

Of course the key will expire on your given date in the keygen.

5) Should I have all internet access disconnected from my Xentry system during install (and perhaps even after?)

Doesn't matter, C3's are safe unlike the C4's. Even C4's are safe if you apply the Xentry blacklist fix.

6) Last question (for now): The AppID.. mine was showing 253. Although the download was for 03-2014, is this the correct AppID, or is this something that has been hacked/tweaked/modified in order to make the keygens work?

If it was showing 253 then you're OK to carry on.

Thanks in advance for any info anyone has. I want to fully understand all the "why's" so I can create a comprehensive guide myself for others to follow.

Your welcome and an extensive guide has been created by me covering each and every step, PM if you need it.

On a side note: I host/manage a small Datacenter business and would be happy to host some of these files myself (at least until Diamler sends a CAD letter). Everything in one place: installer files, fixes, keygens, etc all in one archive without silly sharing sites, speed limits or multiple files. Just clean simple FTP.

Once wrapped up with the Xentry, I am moving to the Rheingold/INPA/NCS stuff...

Good Luck.