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COM port usage

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safraser

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Apr 12, 2001
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I have a client that is trying to setup a device on COM1, however it is telling him that it is use. Does any know of a way of identiying what is using com1 so it can be disabled, or moved to another com port
 
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It could be an internal modem. It may be installed on Com3 which would then stop Com1 from working as they share the same resources so to speak. Check the Port settings of your modem if you have one. You can get more information on your system from "Accessories", "System Tools", "System Information".
 
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My first guess for this condition is always Palm's Hotsync software - it always grabs Com1, even if you'r syncing via USB.
 
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