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    Counterfeit RossTech VagCom

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    Bought a "RossTech" cable on eBay. Called them for some trouble shooting advice and turns out it is a counterfeit. Next to the "Rev.B" there should be a serial number, mine does not have one. I guess my fault for not knowing the exact looks, but luckily the seller is cooperative and will refund the purchase.

    Just a fair warning in case you come across another.



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    who was the seller

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    dam that looks legit too. I checked mine and it indeed has the serial number on it.

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    Scarry, the real cable doesn't have the version sticker on it either. Says genuine Ross tech where that sticker is.
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    Thanks for posting, fleabay strikes again! Glad to hear seller is helping you out. Is he/she selling as a legit item? If so report it to ebay so they can take action for violation the seller rules!
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    Quote Originally Posted by cspcrx View Post
    Thanks for posting, fleabay strikes again! Glad to hear seller is helping you out. Is he/she selling as a legit item? If so report it to ebay so they can take action for violation the seller rules!
    It seems like the seller thought it was genuine?

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    Quote Originally Posted by audistealth View Post
    It seems like the seller thought it was genuine?
    He did think it was genuine, he was scammed too.
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    The seller likely knew it was counterfeit honestly and when caught played dumb to not get nailed for pawning it off as real.

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    I think anytime you see a VAG cable that has a version number listed on it (like this one 11.11), you pretty much are guaranteed that it's a hacked version.

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    Quote Originally Posted by paul View Post
    The seller likely knew it was counterfeit honestly and when caught played dumb to not get nailed for pawning it off as real.
    Probably
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    Quote Originally Posted by JMann View Post
    Probably
    After I read the messages, i checked my bag-com I brought from ebay and my had a serial # on it.
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    I would dispute the charge through eBay and your credit card company and inform them that an eBay seller is selling fraudulent items asap.
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    Quote Originally Posted by 13allroad View Post
    I would dispute the charge through eBay and your credit card company and inform them that an eBay seller is selling fraudulent items asap.
    you should learn how to read before you post

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    Always buy directly from ross-tech to avoid this.

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    I got mine off e-bay...luckily I wasn't scammed.
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    Quote Originally Posted by svander View Post
    Always buy directly from ross-tech to avoid this.
    Or an actual trusted vendors of theirs. That's what I did since RT wanted to charge shipping.

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    How much did you pay? a friend of mine got a knock off cable with hacked software for 80 bucks and it works fine.
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    Quote Originally Posted by IanCH View Post
    How much did you pay? a friend of mine got a knock off cable with hacked software for 80 bucks and it works fine.
    As long as they stay at that revision of software. And therein lies the problem.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JMann View Post
    He did think it was genuine, he was scammed too.
    please post the auction or the seller. I tried to search for sold ones, but they all came from Bulgaria for the fakes.
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    Quote Originally Posted by svander View Post
    Always buy directly from ross-tech to avoid this.
    Quote Originally Posted by SwankPeRFection View Post
    Or an actual trusted vendors of theirs. That's what I did since RT wanted to charge shipping.


    If you own an Audi or VW you need a powerful tool that will help keep your vehicle on the road. Ross-Tech's VCDS helps diagnose real problems instead of swapping out costly parts. With features found only on dealer level factory tools, VCDS surpasses the performance of aftermarket diagnostic tools and rivals factory tools for a fraction of the cost. Always know exactly how your vehicle is running instead of paying someone else to diagnose the problems, usually leaving you with a huge repair bill.

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    VAG-COM Diagnostic Tool with HEX-USB+CAN Interface

    Essential for any Audi / Volkswagen owner, this VAG-COM cable and software will allow you to perform the same advanced computer diagnostics as your Authorized dealer. In addition, you will be able to perform various country-specific modifications to your car (removing seat belt chime, enabling gauge test/needle sweep, enabling lap timer, operating windows and sunroof with remote, and much more).

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    This Micro-CAN cable is a low-cost interface is compatible only with the Audi A3 (8P chassis), Audi TT MK2 (8J chassis), and VW Golf MkV-based cars sold in the North American market. See Ross-Tech's Micro-CAN technical page for a list of compatible models.

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    VAG-COM Diagnostic System (Professional Kit, USB Interface)

    Everything a busy shop needs to turn a PC into powerful diagnostic tools for VW, Audi, Seat, or Skoda automobiles. This VAG-COM Professional Kit gives the technician a handy carrying case with all the items needed including:

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    • One (1) x Extension cables
    • VAS 5051/2 "2x2" Adapter for Older Cars
    • VCDS Software on CD-ROM
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    VAG-COM Diagnostic System (2-Tech Professional Kit, USB Interface)

    Everything a busy shop needs to turn two PC's into powerful diagnostic tools for VW, Audi, Seat, or Skoda automobiles. This 2-Tech Professional Kit gives the technician a handy carrying case with all the items needed including:
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    • Two (2) x Extension cables
    • VAS 5051/2 "2x2" Adapter for Older Cars
    • VCDS Software on CD-ROM
    • A Full Color Printed Manual
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    For the shop that specializes in VW/Audi work, this Pro kit equips 2 techs and 2 computers!

    VAG-COM Diagnostic System (Ultra Professional Kit, USB Interface)

    This VCDS Ultra Professional Kit is a turn-key factory-level diagnostic system for cars made by the VW/Audi group. VCDS software running on the included Netbook PC provides full support for vehicles from 1990 through the current model year. VCDS will access all diagnostic capable control modules with the ability to read and clear fault codes, adapt modules, perform basic settings, and read/log/graph live data.

    Ross-Tech offers these small powerful, full featured Netbook computers with a 10 inch LCD display, a 160Gbyte or larger rotating hard disk drive, and wireless connectivity for 802.11b/g/n networks.

    Free updates of the VCDS software are available via the Internet to keep the tool current.

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    • 16' USB extension cable
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    VAS 5051/2 "2x2" Adapter for Older Cars


    This adapter connects between the 2x2 port in older vehicles (pre-OBDII; pre-1996) to the OBDII connector used for current generation diagnostic tools. Use this adapter in conjunction with the VAG-COM cable to run diagnostics on older Audi and VW's.

    VAG-COM USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable (16 feet, 5 meters)


    This VAG-COM USB 2.0 Active Extension Cable is used to extend the reach of a Ross-Tech USB Interface from the computer to the vehicle. It connects between the USB port on the computer to the USB plug on the interface. The length of this cable is 16 feet or 5 meters.

    It is constructed of high quality signal cable and active repeater electronics which boost the USB signal for maximum reliability and performance over extended distances.

    Up to two (2) of these cables can be plugged together to extend the reach of a Ross-Tech interface to a maximum of 38 feet (12m). Ross-Tech has tested and certified this length of extension. Lengths beyond 38 feet on the USB cables are neither recommended nor supported.

    Please Note: these are the only USB extension cables Ross-Tech will support at this time. They have tested them extensively and found them to perform to their standards.

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    I think I have a fake too :( mine says version 12?
    Why is there no way to use this with a Mac?

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    Quote Originally Posted by promoda View Post
    I think I have a fake too :( mine says version 12?
    Why is there no way to use this with a Mac?
    There is...install windows on your mac. I just used bootcamp, but others used parallels so they didn't have to reboot....but no way for it to work using the mac operating system.
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