Even though Windows 7 was the intended OS for Autodata 3.45 (released before Windows 8/10), several factors can trigger E0209:

Autodata 3.45 was originally designed for Windows XP. Windows 7 handles drivers differently, but compatibility mode can help.


If multiple HASP (now Sentinel) keys were used on the same PC, registry conflicts occur.

Warning: Incorrect registry editing can break Windows. Back up first.