how do I remove the CAT com ports?

ON5AM

Hi,
That's very simple. I have ghost COM ports, when I chose a new port com, I can't how to go back and take my port Com 4, 5 etc ... I am now at COM port 23 and the more I advance the number go up. I deleted all my COM ports but they come back when I reset the PC.
What to I do. Have you a solution?
Tks for help me

David Decoons, wo2x

https://helpdesk.flexradio.com/hc/en-us/articles/200883925?mobile_site=true This should help Dave wo2x

Rick

Thanks Dave for the info, I needed that....Rick, kd4dra

ON5AM

First thanks.
David, unfortunately I applied this method but the result at home did not bring anything. After some time I have all my COM port just like pictures.
I don't know what I do now ?

David Decoons, wo2x

You can try try using a program Tim recommends called Com Name Arbiter Setter 

http://www.uwe-sieber.de/misc_tools_e.html#arbiter 

This will allow you to clear com ports that are incorrectly set to reserved in the Windows Registry.

Dave wo2x

ON5AM

I will try and keep you informed
Thanks

ON5AM

Hi,
Now everything is good and I'm happy  :-)
I delete all COM port in Device Management after I uninstall the FlexRadio System  FlexVSP oh yes...uninstall
I Restart 2 times and after will be OK.
Now I have the Ghost COM port 4, 5, ...



Thanks for your help.

Al

Tim - W4TME

There is a MUCH easier way.  Open SmartSDR CAT, right click on the Remove button and select the option "Reset FlexVSP ports".

ON5AM

Thanks you Tim

ON5AM

Tim, I'm sorry but i don't see "reset FlexVSP ports". I have V1.9.13
Can you help me ?

Tim - W4TME

Upgrade to the latest version of SmartSDR, 1.10.16.

Patrick ON8PL

Thanks, right click on Remove works but is non-obvious to find. Could you add 'Right-click for removal options' to the hint text for the button ?

Tim - W4TME

It's obvious if you read the CAT documentation ;-)

We'll take your suggestion under consideration.

Andrew O'Brien

"this may take a while " means ???