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If your download includes both files, you do not need to flash both of them (just pick one preferably the full ISPBOOOT.BIN to avoid potential problems with missing partitions). ISPBOOOT.BIN always includes all partitions, it should be safe to skip versions in this case. Very important: GEMINI_PACK.BIN files don't include all partitions and should be flashed subsequently ( delta update), i.e.

#Bmw nbt idrive software download update

The latest updates for B versions also include an ISPBOOOT.BIN file now (next to the existing GEMINI_PACK.BIN), which can be used to update to that specific version as well. A and B versions are not compatible with each other. Earlier units only use ISPBOOOT.BIN files while later units (henceforth called 'B version') use GEMINI_PACK.BIN. There are two revisions of the MMI boxes that use slightly different firmware.

If you are unsure which device you have, do not flash anything at all!! TL DR: Do not flash updates from different vendors. You will not be able to use Carplay or Android Auto anymore. Since Carlinkit v9.2.2.yl.b / Andream v2.1.0.3.gpe.b / Bimmertech v2.0.2.4.mmi.b cross flashing is no longer possible! Furthermore, the software update menu now requires a vendor specific PIN code and a non-compatible update will show 'Invalid key' and result in an unusable device. This is not the case for ISPBOOOT.BIN.Īndream, Bimmertech, Carlinkit and RoadTop all offer the same product from the below mentioned company Sunplus. Those updates should be flashed subsequently. Warning 4: If your unit is asking for a GEMINI_PACK.BIN, do not skip updates. Warning 3: Do not flash directly to the latest version in case you still run on a very old firmware! Warning 2: Do not flash versions for NBT on CIC or the other way around! Do not flash updates from other vendors that are marked as 'not cross compatible'!! Warning: Please read the info on cross compatibility below before downloading anything. These are the official firmwares provided by the Chinese sellers.

The display should switch to a black screen and show the update screen shortly afterwards.

If you removed the power cable, plug it back in while still pressing the 'Back' button.

Press and hold the 'Back' button on your iDrive controller.

The MMI box needs to be fully powered off (best to remove the power cable).

Put the ISPBOOOT.BIN file on a usb flash drive (FAT32) and plug it into the box.

Note: This only works with an ISPBOOOT.BIN file it does not work with GEMINI_PACK.BIN! In case your unit does not boot up anymore or you have other issues updating there is a way to force flash an update. You can switch back to see the update progress

The unit will automatically switch to iDrive.

Navigate to 'Setup' -> 'Software Update' -> 'System Update' or 'MCU Update' (newer versions will require a PIN, see below).

Insert the USB flash drive into the MMI's USB port.

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Unzip the archive, then copy the upgrade file 'ISPBOOOT.BIN' / 'GEMINI_PACK.BIN' (for Software) or 'upgrade.bin' (for MCU) into the root directory of the USB flash drive.After another reboot it will show the updated version. Note that after upgrading the MCU it will still show the old version number. ISPBOOOT.BIN / GEMINI_PACK.BIN contains the software and upgrade.bin the MCU firmware. Andream (EW-BMCP-NBT01A & EW-BMCP-NBT02B).