BMW ICOM Next – the original device for diagnostics and repair of cars BMW, Mini and Rolls-Royce.
This is an original scanner and not a Chinese clone!
Made in Germany for official BMW dealers. Supports work from E series models to new G and I. Also produces diagnostics of BMW motorcycles. To diagnose motorcycles may need a special BMW 10 pin adapter.
Supported programs:
ISTA + (Rheingold, ISTA-D) – diagnosis, coding and programming of F, G and I series;
ISTA-P – coding and programming of the E series;
SDP (psdzdata equivalent) – ISTA+ firmware set. Used for programming F, G, I series;
E-sys – coding and programming, retrofitting;
INPA – diagnostics;
NCS Expert – coding, retrofitting;
WinKFP – programming;
Tool32 – engineering program of debugging;
NCS Dummy – assistant coding;
ItoolRadar – switch modes and device configuration.
The kit includes:
ICOM Next;–
LAN cable;
OBD2 cable;
The original Actia BMW ICOM Next is the official OEM dealer-level Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) used by BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce workshops. Manufactured in Germany by ACTIA, it is the successor to the older ICOM A2 and functions as the primary diagnostic, coding, and programming tool for all E, F, G, I series, and iX vehicles.
Core Components & Variants
The genuine BMW ICOM Next system consists of three modules optimized for different vehicle connection protocols:
- ICOM Next A: The primary head unit that connects directly to the vehicle’s 16-pin OBD-II port. It features native support for Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and DoIP (Diagnostics over Internet Protocol). Note: The older part number (81 31 2 360 883) was succeeded by part number 81 31 5 A78 EF6.
- ICOM Next B: An adapter module that plugs into the main ICOM Next A unit via USB to allow programming and diagnostics over MOST (fiber optic) networks found in older multimedia/instrument clusters.
- ICOM Next C: A legacy adapter that translates the standard OBD-II connector to the circular 20-pin barrel connector used on older pre-2001 BMW models.
Supported Software Stack
A genuine Actia ICOM unit works seamlessly with the official factory BMW ISPI Next and BMW OSS (Online Service System) ecosystems:
- ISTA/D (ISTA+): Used for dealer-level workshop diagnostics, clear/read fault codes, guided troubleshooting, and executing service functions (e.g., battery registration, DPF regeneration).
- ISTA/P: Used for programming and flashing control units (ECUs) on legacy E-series vehicles.
- Engineering Tools: Fully compatible with factory level software such as E-Sys (coding and flashing F/G/I series), INPA, NCS Expert, and WinKFP.
How to Tell a Genuine Actia from a Clone
Because counterfeit “clones” saturate the market, look for these traits to confirm authenticity:
- Physical Housing: Original Actia VCIs feature high-quality, impact-resistant ruggedized plastics with rubberized dampening edges.
- Firmware Update Capability: Genuine units can seamlessly accept official ISTA web-browser firmware updates (tar and application.tar) without bricking the device or throwing errors. Clones often use modified or locked firmware that fails or bricks during updates.
- Connection Stability: Genuine Actia hardware incorporates high-grade components that prevent dropping connections during high-voltage ECU flashing operations, preventing modular corruption
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