You do not change the cable on the block, you have to
add one
To remove the VISION module you have to insert a bent paper clip into the hole near the edge of the display. This will release a latch underneath. Here is a drawing to get a better idea:
The aquabus connection works independently from the system. There is no need to have Windows or the aquasuite running in the background.
If you connect only USB and want to transfer the data this way, then you need Windows. A background service will transfer the data between both devices.