Running a Windows NT Communications Program with COM3 or COM4

RESOLUTION

To use a Windows NT-based communications program on a Windows 95/98-based computer with a modem using COM3 or COM4, add the string value

to the following entry in the registry:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\hardware\devicemap\serialcomm

Set the new value so that it is equal to the string value. For example:

NOTE: If your modem uses COM4, substitute COM4 for COM3.

WARNING: Using Registry Editor incorrectly can cause serious problems that may require you to reinstall your operating system. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the incorrect use of Registry Editor can be solved. Use Registry Editor at your own risk.

For information about how to edit the registry, view the "Changing Keys And Values" Help topic in Registry Editor (Regedit.exe) or the "Add and Delete Information in the Registry" and "Edit Registry Data" Help topics in Regedt32.exe. Note that you should back up the registry before you edit it.