When is a USB memory needed?
A USB memory must be connected to VIDA when certain large software products are added to the order queue. A message is shown until a Volvo Car Corporation USB memory is connected. Once a software product has been added to the order queue, the order details shows the estimated
total download time and if a USB memory is needed.
Note
VIDA will only approve the type of USB memory that Volvo Car Corporation has developed as a special tool for this specific purpose.
Whether a USB memory is needed or not when purchasing and downloading software products depends on:
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The generation of the infotainment system.
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If the control module is located on the MOST network.
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The estimated download time (size of the software product).
As a general rule, a USB memory is needed if a software product that is to be downloaded to the MOST network is estimated to exceed six minutes in download time.
What control modules could be downloaded by means of a USB memory?
Depending on the level of the vehicle's infotainment system it is either the ICM/IHU or the IAM that will act as a sub-tester. This means that the USB memory will not always be inserted in the same place. VIDA provides an instructions on where to insert the USB memory.
Note
Some control modules on the CAN network require large software products as well. However, these are not downloaded via USB memory since this is not technically
possible.