Follow these steps in order. The solution is often simpler than you think.
Autodata 3.45 is an older, "offline" version of a tool that has since moved to a subscription-based cloud model. Users cling to 3.45 because it represents a one-time investment in a world of "Software as a Service" (SaaS). The "Hardware Information" error is the primary mechanism manufacturers use to phase out legacy products, forcing users toward modern, recurring-payment versions.
The "Autodata 345: The Hardware Information Does Not Match with Link" error is a specific, known issue tied to the copy-protection mechanisms of legacy, offline versions of Autodata. The error almost always indicates a breakdown in the communication between the software, its license file, and the expected hardware dongle (physical or emulated). While frustrating, the issue is usually fixable through a combination of compatibility settings, registry edits, administrative execution of key components, and, most reliably, by isolating the software in a virtual machine.
Major Windows updates can reset local registry permissions or disable the virtual USB emulator driver. Follow these steps in order
Click to create a new .reg registry file or license file.
AutoData 345 is a PC-based software that contains technical information on over 18,000 vehicles, including passenger cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles. The database covers a vast range of topics, including:
Before attempting any fixes, it is important to understand what this error actually signifies. Users cling to 3
The "hardware information does not match with link" error typically occurs when Autodata 345 is unable to communicate with the vehicle's diagnostic system. This can be caused by:
Swapping a motherboard, network card, or hard drive alters the unique Hardware ID (HWID) the software uses for verification.
Whether you are using a system architecture. The error almost always indicates a breakdown in
[Autodata Directory] ├── GetUserCode.exe (Run as Admin to fetch Hardware ID) ├── License Generator (Paste ID -> Outputs License.reg) └── Sentinel Driver Folder (Reinstall Virtual USB Emulator) Method 3: Configure Windows Compatibility Settings
Right-click the main (or Autodata.exe inside the installation folder) and select Properties . Navigate to the Compatibility tab.