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OBI Modems - Tip for "com port is already in use" error

Applicable to: World-Wide

Problem:
The error "com port is already in use" comes up after other problem determination items have already been done.

Solution:
Change or add the below statement in the system.ini
ComAutoAssign=0

Explanation:
The windows default is ComAutoAssign=1.

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Date Created

14-08-98

Last Updated

02-10-98

Revision Date

30-09-99

Brand

IBM Options

Product Family

Modems

Machine Type

2400, 9600, 14.4K, 19.2K, 28.8K, 33.6K, 56K, 128K

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