Microsoft KB Archive/163674

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LapLink Does Not Recognize Infrared COM Port

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Q163674

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The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft Windows 95 OEM Service Release, versions 1, 2, 2.1

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SYMPTOMS
When you attempt to use LapLink with virtual COM ports created by an infrared adapter, you may receive the following error message:

This port is unavailable: it may not be physically present in this computer. If no other communications program is currently running, check for a mouse or other serial device on this port."

CAUSE
LapLink accesses the hardware directly to determine the status of the COM port and does not recognize virtual COM ports created using the infrared adapter.

RESOLUTION
To work around this problem, use either of the following methods:


 * Contact LapLink for a possible resolution.
 * Use the Direct Cable Connection tool included with Windows 95.

MORE INFORMATION
LapLink for Windows is manufactured by Traveling Software, Inc., a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding this product's performance or reliability.

Additional query words: 95

Keywords : osr2 win95

Issue type :

Technology : kbWin95search kbOPKSearch kbWin95OPKOSR2 kbWin95OPKOSR1 kbWin95OPKOSR210