Page Updated: 2/21/2026 : 1099's and ACA Return e-file now available.

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How to e-file 1099's including 1099-DA and 1042-S using Quarterly Express Plus
Our software continues its support of IRIS 1099's and now includes the new forms 1099-DA, 1042-S and 5498-QA for TY2025. Business Taxpayers and ERO's can manually enter their information into the software and e-file indirectly using our filing service. If you add the ACA-IRIS Import, you can import our formatted Excel spreadsheet, or if you have a Pub 1220 (FIRE Format) file, you can import it directly into Quarterly Express Plus and e-file the returns through Lewis Software. Reporting Agents already have the import function and can import 1099's without an additional license. For other advanced users, we have the capability for you to obtain your own TCC and e-file directly to the IRS using this software. There are a few requirements for that option, so reach out to us for more details if you are interested.How to e-file ACA Returns (1094's and 1095's) using Quarterly Express Plus
Our software continues its support of ACA 1094's and 1095's. Any licensed Quarterly Express Plus user can create a Form 1094B or C, and will have the capability to import their 1095's using either our Excel format (in the import folder), or using the XML format from other software products. Our software will bring in the data and allow it to be processed directly to the AIR UI system. We don't currently support AIR A2A. We also support prior year filings, so you can send ACA returns from TY2016 through TY2025 if you require it.
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Quarterly Express Plus V7 Update Information
The software freezes when reading device information.
There are several common scenarios where users need to download Kess V2 SD card files:
Insert the new Micro SD card into your computer's card reader.
You will need a decrypted SD image (specific to your version, e.g., v5.017) and a key file generator script . Sources like Autonumen often provide free community links for these. 2. Preparing the SD Card kess v2 sd card files download
If you are using a clone tool, keep your tuning PC offline while K-Suite is open. Internet pings can force silent updates that corrupt clone SD cards.
: Fixes missing or greyed-out protocols in the K-Suite software.
. These issues often stem from corrupted data on the internal microSD card located on the device's main board. Recovery and Update Procedure The software freezes when reading device information
The SD card inside a KESS V2 clone or original unit acts as the local storage for device protocols, firmware components, and configuration files. This card can stop working due to:
The tool fails to initiate communication with the ECU.
Finding reliable Kess V2 SD card files can be challenging, as most direct download links are not publicly listed on mainstream websites. Here are the most reliable sources where the community shares these files: Sources like Autonumen often provide free community links
The KESS V2 is a staple tool for ECU tuning and remapping. However, memory card corruption is a common issue that causes the dreaded "External exception EEFFACE" or "Wake up error" messages. When the internal Micro SD card fails, the device stops functioning entirely.
Users wishing to upgrade their firmware version often seek "Golden Master" images of specific firmware versions known for stability. For example, "firmware v5.017" is a widely cited stable version for KESSv2 units. Users download these image files to overwrite their existing SD card to force a firmware revision change (often bypassing official update channels).
Purchase a high-quality, industrial-grade microSD card (4GB or 8GB is sufficient). Brands like SanDisk Ultra or Kingston offer better longevity than stock clone cards. Insert the new card into your computer's card reader.
Bookmark this article and join at least two ECU tuning forums. Firmware updates for KESS V2 appear every few months, and the community always shares new SD card files. Keep your device updated, and it will serve you for years.