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Q118688: Problems Using COM3 or COM4 on a Gateway Computer

Article: Q118688
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): 
Operating System(s): 
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Last Modified: 17-DEC-2000

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows 95 
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SYMPTOMS
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You do not have access to the COM3 or COM4 port on your Gateway computer.

CAUSE
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Some Gateway computers do not release the interrupt when they are finished using
COM1 or COM2, thus preventing Windows 95 from using COM3 or COM4.


WORKAROUND
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1. Consult your hardware manual or Gateway Technical Support for assistance
  setting the extended COM port to use an interrupt other than 3 or 4.

  NOTE: Most Gateway computers support IRQ 2, 5, and 7.

2. In Windows 95, use Device Manager to change the settings for the COM port as
  follows:

  a. Click the Start button, point to Settings, then click Control Panel.

  b. Double-click the System icon.

  c. Click the Device Manager tab.

  d. Click the PLUS SIGN (+) to expand the Ports listing, then double- click
     the appropriate communications port.

  e. Click the Resources tab, then double-click the Interrupt Request option.

  f. Choose an IRQ other than 3 or 4.

MORE INFORMATION
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Gateway computers are manufactured by a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make
no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding these products' performance or
reliability.

Additional query words: gateway 2000 onboard accessing 3rdparty

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Technology        : kbWin95search kbZNotKeyword3

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