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 Old 8th February, 2010, 01:29 PM   #1
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help! im trying to flash an image onto my dreambox using dreamup. the dreambox 500c is connected to pc using null modem cable. when i try to connect i get error message 'unable to open com port, aborting' can any1 give me some advice please
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Need to set com port in device manager by the sounds of it.
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if it's a 'onboard' COM port on the PC, it's usually COM 1. If you're using a USB>Serial type device to give you a COM port - it's usually higher, Say COM3 or COM 4. Check in device manager.

either way, in Dreamup, the drop down box will tell you what COM ports are available
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confused now, how do i set it up? sorry im no good!
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sorted, hadnt selected a com port on dream up, as derek would say, what a plonker!
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thanks for all ur help, much appreciated
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