Key Features

Wired / ENET SSH Unlock

Connect directly to your BMW using an ENET cable and unlock SSH through a simple, guided process.

The application automatically handles the essential steps:

• Discover the connected BMW gateway

• Detect the NBT or NBT EVO head unit

• Read the installed bootloader version

• Identify the appropriate supported SSH activation method

• Perform the SSH unlock procedure

• Verify that SSH is open and reachable

No complicated manual commands or separate activation services are required for supported head units.

Remote SSH Unlock

Perform SSH activation remotely using TurboCode Proxy running on the Windows computer connected to the vehicle.

This allows workshops, retrofit specialists, and coding professionals to perform supported SSH operations without being physically present at the vehicle.

USB Method for Older Software

For compatible older NBT and NBT EVO software versions, the application includes a built-in USB preparation method.

The USB method is generally intended for compatible head units running software before I-Step 18.

The application guides you through preparing the required USB drive.

Check SSH Status

Quickly verify whether SSH is currently open and reachable on the connected head unit.

This is particularly useful before using other BMW customization software that requires SSH access.

Close SSH

Deactivate SSH directly from the application when it is no longer needed.

The guided process makes it easy to manage SSH access without manually entering commands.

NBT EVO WLAN Port Check

Use the built-in Check for WLAN Port function to read NBT EVO hardware information and determine whether the detected hardware version is known to include a physical WLAN connector.

This is useful when evaluating NBT EVO hardware for wireless connectivity upgrades and retrofits.

Replacement HDD Initialization

The built-in HDD Replacement function allows you to initialize a physically installed replacement hard drive through SSH.

For additional safety, this feature is available exclusively through a direct Wired / ENET connection.

Multilanguage Interface

Starting with version 1.1.0, BMW NBT / NBT EVO SSH Unlocker includes a fully translated interface in 11 languages:

• English

• German

• Russian

• Japanese

• Spanish

• French

• Italian

• Polish

• Bulgarian

• Romanian

• Simplified Chinese

The application automatically detects your Windows display language on first launch.

You can also manually change the interface language at any time.

Designed for Professional BMW Work

TurboCode BMW NBT / NBT EVO SSH Unlocker is designed for workshops, coding businesses, retrofit specialists, and enthusiasts who regularly work with supported BMW head units.

Unlike services that charge separately for each vehicle, TurboCode provides unlimited authorized vehicle usage with a single workstation license.

Key benefits include:

• One-time purchase – Pay once without recurring charges

• Unlimited authorized vehicles – No restrictions based on VIN count

• No per-VIN activation fees – Use the software across supported vehicles

• No subscription – No monthly or annual payments

• Wired and remote support – Work locally or through TurboCode Proxy

• Free software updates – Receive future application updates at no additional cost

• Direct TurboCode support – Get assistance directly from the developer

For professionals working on multiple BMW vehicles, this provides a cost-effective alternative to purchasing individual SSH activations.

Works With Other TurboCode Software

BMW NBT / NBT EVO SSH Unlocker integrates naturally into the TurboCode BMW customization software ecosystem.

After SSH has been successfully opened, you can use compatible TurboCode applications such as:

• BMW Boot Animation Replacer – Replace the factory startup animation with a custom video

• BMW Car Image Replacer – Customize the vehicle image displayed in iDrive

• BMW Clock Changer – Personalize the NBT EVO clock appearance

This makes SSH Unlocker a valuable foundation for a professional BMW NBT and NBT EVO customization toolkit.

Requirements

Wired / ENET Connection

For direct vehicle access, you will need:

• Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer

• BMW ENET cable

• Supported BMW NBT or NBT EVO head unit

• Stable connection between the computer and vehicle

• Active internet connection

Remote Connection

For remote SSH operations, you will need:

• Windows computer connected to the vehicle

• BMW ENET cable connected at the vehicle

• TurboCode Proxy running on the remote computer

• Trusted private network or VPN connection

• Supported BMW NBT or NBT EVO head unit

• Active internet connection

USB Method

For compatible older software versions, you will need:

• Supported older NBT or NBT EVO software version

• Removable USB drive

• Windows computer

The application can automatically prepare the USB drive when required.

Get Your License

Simple One-Time Licensing

Get professional SSH unlocking capabilities with a single purchase and no recurring fees.

• License type: One-time purchase

• PC limit: One Windows computer

• Vehicle limit: Unlimited authorized supported vehicles

• Subscription: None

• Per-VIN activation fees: None

• Software updates: Included free of charge

Price: $120 USD

Your license is permanently linked to the Windows computer on which it is activated.

You can use the software with an unlimited number of supported vehicles that you own or are authorized to work on, without purchasing separate activations.

Professional Software Bundles

BMW NBT / NBT EVO SSH Unlocker is also available in discounted TurboCode Professional Software Bundles.

Combine SSH Unlocker with BMW Car Image Replacer, BMW Boot Animation Replacer, and BMW Clock Changer to create a complete BMW NBT EVO customization toolkit.

Software bundles are an excellent choice for workshops and coding professionals who want access to multiple TurboCode applications at a discounted combined price.