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Modem Communications port

Discussion in 'Legacy Windows' started by GreatGuy, 2004/05/31.

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  1. 2004/05/31
    GreatGuy

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    Hi,

    I just installed my modem in Windows 98 SE. It is Lucent Win Modem. however, the port is set to COM3. I know that this modem require COM1 to function, and when it is in COM3, it cannot be detected by internet explorer. Any methods to change it to COM1? I am sure that the communications port is installed and working.

    your help will be appreciated
     
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    PeteC

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    Is Com 1 already in use - serial mouse for example? If this is the case try switching the mouse to Com 2, remove the modem through Device Manager and reinstall.
     
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    i do not think COM 1 is used. Even if it is used, can u please tell me how to switch. I am still figuring out a way to switch, and if i know how, i would have fixed it.

    Thank you for your help
     
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    PeteC

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    If memory serves me right - running XP now - Control Panel > Modems > Properties? As far as I remember internal modems tend to set up on Com 3.

    Have you loaded the modem drivers?
     
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    All Internal Modems that I have had used anything from COM3 on up.

    Also it may not be a Port problem. ( usually isn't ) It may be an IRQ conflict with ( usualy ) the Audio Card.

    You would be far better off to get an External and plug it into external Serial Port 1 or 2.

    BillyBob
     
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    ok, i will try to put it to fix it with COM3. Thank you for your help.
     
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    PeteC

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    I've been away a few days - have you sorted the problem?
     
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    yes. I found out the my modem was not pluggeed in properly :) .

    Sorry for the inconvienience caused

    thank you all for your concern and sorry for not replying fast.
     
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    No problem - these things happen :) - thanks for letting us know the outcome.
     
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