[Closed] Legal issues with sharing key code for Quadro 4D

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Darkhorse
Member since February 2023 • 90 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Quadro 4D?

Posted on December 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 902 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Quadro 4D. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Firestarter
Member • 69 posts

This thread might save my Quadro 4D. Thanks everyone!

December 09, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 96 posts

Will this work for older Quadro 4Ds? Mine's a 2009.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 14 posts

My Quadro 4D just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 115 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Quadro 4D!

December 12, 2024 Reply

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