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adamj12b · 03-18-2010, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Flatmann100

I'll go back through the laptop and see where Its set right now. Da I should have tried that

right click on my computer>properties>hardware>device manager, and look at ports. it will tell you what com port your serial port is.

-Adam

Flatmann100 · 03-18-2010, 03:28 PM

Hmmm

Flatmann100 · 03-18-2010, 03:56 PM

Adam

All my ports are RIM virtual ports, USB. The choices I get from Realterm match the ports my laptop has 13,14,15,16,& 17. Only com 3 works in that CTS and DSR go green.

adamj12b · 03-18-2010, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flatmann100

Adam

All my ports are RIM virtual ports, USB. The choices I get from Realterm match the ports my laptop has 13,14,15,16,& 17. Only com 3 works in that CTS and DSR go green.

What is the serial adaptor that you are using??

I think that might be the problem.

-Adam

Flatmann100 · 03-18-2010, 04:14 PM

I did a search of "serial adaptor" in my computer and it returns with "no matches" found. I'm running "Vista"

caspar21 · 03-18-2010, 05:31 PM

omy. just finished reading all 3200 posts! do i get a prize for actually reading all those?

good job guys!

i am in the research phase of a first time ev conversion. looks like your latest 1000a controller will be my choice.(chin up Paul, you will get it)

is there a reason fran does not post? sounds like he puts in huge amounts of effort just like paul and the rest. GJ Fran!

caspar21 · 03-18-2010, 05:53 PM

Flatman, right click "my computer"
choose properties.
go to the "hardware" tab
click "device manager"
look for "ports, com & lpt"
click the + next to them.

it will show you what com ports you have installed.

i believe that will work for vista.

edit: or just search for "device manager"

Flatmann100 · 03-18-2010, 08:56 PM

Hi Caspar, Looking in the device area I have ports 13 through 20 loaded. I have been trying to create a com 1 without success. I think I'll find an older computer, maybe an old desk top to get over this obstacle. I'm at work now which will give me a chance to colaberate with others about this.

Thanks for the input.

Flatmann100 · 03-18-2010, 09:06 PM

Caspar, thanks for the input I dug deeper and found the tab I was looking for. I now have a Com1. I just wish I was at home to go try it out!!! Maybe I could call my boss and tell I'm feeling sick...... man am I tempted. hehe

bigh · 03-18-2010, 09:59 PM

Question on the Caps - is there any reason that we're using 16x 820uF instead of less higher capacity ones?