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  • dick3255
    New Member
    • Oct 2008
    • 1

    Com Port

    When I try to use any of my com ports I get a message that the port is in use by another program or device. How can I tell what is locking up my serial ports?
    Windows XP pro.

    Thanks, dick
  • joedeene
    Contributor
    • Jul 2008
    • 579

    #2
    How are you trying to use the port, are you using a programming language and getting that error? Or, are you plugging a device in and getting that error?

    joedeene

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    • NeoPa
      Recognized Expert Moderator MVP
      • Oct 2006
      • 32661

      #3
      If you're trying to program the port directly (sending values to its port addresses) then it won't work as it's already under the control of the OS.

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