Hi guys,
I just tried connecting to my OBDLink MX from my laptop via Bluetooth after not having connected for several months and it cannot connect. The device is paired and I can connect via various apps from my Android phone, including Forscan Demo.
I did a quick Google search and it appears it may be a Windows 10 update that has caused it to stop working, however I thought I would ask the experts.
Anyone else come across this issue and how have you resolved it?
Cheers,
Shannon
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Forscan Not Connecting to OBDLink MX
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GerryP
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Yes, I've had that a couple of times now. I have no idea what causes it or whether indeed a Win10 update is to blame. One time it happened I also lost my extended licence as well.
I ended up un-pairing and deleting the dongle from the bluetooth list and pairing again from scratch. I seem to recall that I had to reboot the laptop as well.
Good luck...
I ended up un-pairing and deleting the dongle from the bluetooth list and pairing again from scratch. I seem to recall that I had to reboot the laptop as well.
Good luck...
Gerry
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sliewy
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Hi Gerry,
Thanks for your reply.
I've tried unpairing and re-pairing, updated Forscan and OBDLink firmware and still no luck.
I ended up digging out my old laptop and managed to connect no worries so that will be my backup until I manage to sort out the connection issues on my current one.
Thanks for your reply.
I've tried unpairing and re-pairing, updated Forscan and OBDLink firmware and still no luck.
I ended up digging out my old laptop and managed to connect no worries so that will be my backup until I manage to sort out the connection issues on my current one.
2016 Ranger XLT Dual Cab