Progman Introduction: Notes

2001 BMW 325Ci 2D Convertible, AutomaticSECTION Notes

With the release of CIP 15.0, BMW released a new software program known as Progman.

Fig 1: Identifying New Software Program Known As Progman
G03397947Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Progman is a software package that operates with Windows XP Embedded to manage:

  • Administration & assignment of OPPS/OPS/Diagnostic heads plus network configuration/addressing.
  • Installation/loading of new data updates via Jetstream.
  • Activation of a Coding, Individualization or Programming request from a GT1 to an SSS via a multiconsole/multisession feature.
  • Coding, Individualization or Programming of older vehicles via the SGC/UNIX application.
  • Coding, Individualization & Programming functions of CIP.
    Fig 2: Identifying Program System With Windows XP Embedded
    G03397948Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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