====== Checking if an RS-232 Port is Installed Correctly ====== This guide provides step-by-step instructions for verifying the correct installation of an RS-232 port on your computer or device. ==== Steps to Check RS-232 Port Installation ==== === 1. Verify Physical Connection === - Check that the RS-232 port is securely connected to the computer or device. - Ensure that any required drivers are installed for the RS-232 hardware. === 2. Check the Device Manager (Windows) === If you are using a Windows operating system: - Open **Device Manager**: - Press **Win + R**, type `devmgmt.msc`, and hit **Enter**. - Look under **Ports (COM & LPT)** for your RS-232 port (e.g., COM1, COM2). - If the port appears with a yellow exclamation mark, there may be a driver issue. Update the driver by: - Right-clicking the port > **Update driver** > **Search automatically for updated driver software**. - Note the COM port number assigned to the RS-232 port. It should look something like this: \\ {{:wiki:en:mazview:usb:devicemanager.png?600|}} ==== Drivers ==== - [[https://ftdichip.com/drivers/vcp-drivers/|FTDI devices]]