My old computer, which i parted out had a Null modem male plug, but my new computer does not have one, what is the best thing to do right now? I can't figure out what to do. Someone please help me, thanks
Go to Radio Shack and buy a USB to Serial cable or converter. The serial end is often Male. Receivers to computer connection is either with Straight RS232 cable or Null modem cable. You will thereofore need a 9pin F/F adaptor or a 9 pin F/F null cable to finish the full connection.
Nalin, one question.. so if I have to use null modem cable and I don't have serial port on my laptop I can use USB to serial (Male) and FtoF null serial cable. Did i understand correct? which com port I have to select in the loader program for this kind of connection?
Often that won't work...U must install the drivers also, and MAYBE U will be OK...OR
U can get a wireless USB adapter, this particular one works on all receivers..
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The USB drivers are usually installed with Windows XP. Some of the USB/serial adaptors come with their own drivers and this is the preferred method of installing drivers. You can go into Windows setup and change the default port to COM 1 or 2. Using the BL updater 1.4 is very convenient.
