When trying to access COM1 with Realterm I get the error message. This is with WIN XP Pro SP2. Realterm worked fine a for several years up to a couple of weeks ago was the last time used, and there have been no significant changes to the computer. There is a Server program that is configured for COM4. There is a 2 port PCI serial card configured as COM3 and COM4. I have searched for answers with no luck. Most of the solutions are at developer level, or a few gaming situations, but those didn't seem applicable. Any help appreciated. -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist