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    Windows 7 Question about COM ports

    Hey I have a usb to serial adapter for use with Cisco routers and switches. Everytime I plug it in, it seems to choose a random COM port. Is there any way to make that device always use the same COM port. OS: Windows 7 Ultimate Thanks
    • snwboardn
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    • cisco routers com port computer setup device management network issues port assignment serial adapter tech support usb adapter windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
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    Windows 7 Bluetooth Port Assignment

    I have used Add a Device to connect W7-64 to my BT GPS. No problem really. However, I want to use it with some ships navigation software which only uses COM 4. The device gets its COM service hooked to COM 3 automatically, and I see no way to change it. The Bluetooth Setup on XP allowed both...
    • SeptimusFry
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    • bluetooth com port device connectivity gps navigation port assignment tech support troubleshooting user experience windows 7
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Software