If the firmware is corrupt, the programmer will show "Not Connected Hot" even with good drivers.
Reinstall the driver package provided with your software (V87 or V89). Reconnect the device to a different USB port. OS Compatibility : For the best results, use Windows 7 32-bit iprog programmer not connected hot
If the software cannot see the device to flash, you may need an external programmer (like a USBasp) to reflash the bootloader. If the firmware is corrupt, the programmer will
If you clarify whether you're using a or a clone , and what chip/ECU you're trying to connect to, I can give more targeted advice. If the firmware is corrupt
Before diving into repairs, it is critical to understand what the iPROG software is trying to tell you.