anyone using a netbook with msd 6010 software?
07-31-2011, 09:48 AM
#1
anyone using a netbook with msd 6010 software? Just bought a netbook for my bday and thought this would be a great way to change timing curves around town with its long battery life. Unfortunately when plugging in the same USB to serial port cable that works on my ancient laptop to the netbook and trying to connect to the msd software it says "no com port" 
It's a brand new HP netbook, anyone else using one??? 
It's a brand new HP netbook, anyone else using one??? 
07-31-2011, 09:57 AM
#2
Just bought a netbook for my bday and thought this would be a great way to change timing curves around town with its long battery life. Unfortunately when plugging in the same USB to serial port cable that works on my ancient laptop to the netbook and trying to connect to the msd software it says "no com port" It's a brand new HP netbook, anyone else using one???
It's a brand new HP netbook, anyone else using one???
07-31-2011, 10:01 AM
#3
lol yes that would be great, do you happen to know how to do that? The netbook has 3 different USB ports, I tried all of them, not sure how to turn it into a "com" port though. Figures I run a carb because I know it and now technology is STILL stopping me 
07-31-2011, 10:07 AM
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I had that same problem when connecting to my laptop some time ago. Can't remember what it took to set it up.
I thought you can select different com port numbers right through the MSD software. I think I remember just trying different numbers until one worked.
I do know it doens't matter which USB port you plug into, they are all the same.
does the MSD software run on the net book? I was just wondering that this morning believe it or not.
I thought you can select different com port numbers right through the MSD software. I think I remember just trying different numbers until one worked.
I do know it doens't matter which USB port you plug into, they are all the same.
does the MSD software run on the net book? I was just wondering that this morning believe it or not.
07-31-2011, 10:07 AM
#5
I will point out that once it is all hooked up and the ignition was on, I had to close the MSD software and re-open it before it would recognize the connection. It was at that point that I had to change to the Com 4.
07-31-2011, 10:12 AM
#6
There is some settings in the software to assign com ports. I did it years ago on an XP machine to hook up my DiabloSport for my Cobra to the laptop. I don't remember the details though. I would think as smart as Windows 7 is, that it would recognize and do it all for you. My HP did. I know on my HP the software showed the default as Com 3, but I actually had to select Com 4.
I will point out that once it is all hooked up and the ignition was on, I had to close the MSD software and re-open it before it would recognize the connection. It was at that point that I had to change to the Com 4.
I will point out that once it is all hooked up and the ignition was on, I had to close the MSD software and re-open it before it would recognize the connection. It was at that point that I had to change to the Com 4.
07-31-2011, 10:42 AM
#7
Mine did too until I closed the software and restarted the program. Then it recognized the ports. Also, if that doesn't work, try hooking everything up, turn on the ignition to the car and leave it on, then reboot the computer, then open the program. If it still doesn't recognize the coms, I think it is time for Google research or find a geek.
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07-31-2011, 06:48 PM
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Found a geek at radio shack. Apparently my old adapter cord didn't have the proper driver for windows 7, so I bought a new USB to serial cable and boom....now it shows up as a com port, didn't hook it up to the car yet but I'll be checking it out tonight. Great success lol!
Apparently my old adapter cord didn't have the proper driver for windows 7, so I bought a new USB to serial cable and boom....now it shows up as a com port, didn't hook it up to the car yet but I'll be checking it out tonight. Great success lol!
07-31-2011, 06:54 PM
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Found a geek at radio shack. Apparently my old adapter cord didn't have the proper driver for windows 7, so I bought a new USB to serial cable and boom....now it shows up as a com port, didn't hook it up to the car yet but I'll be checking it out tonight. Great success lol!
Apparently my old adapter cord didn't have the proper driver for windows 7, so I bought a new USB to serial cable and boom....now it shows up as a com port, didn't hook it up to the car yet but I'll be checking it out tonight. Great success lol!
all I had to do was go to the mfg's website and DL a newer driver. Too late now, but keep that in mind for the next time (or 2... or 3...). 
08-01-2011, 09:15 PM
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I've been looking at those cheap netbooks on ebay, haven't pulled the trigger yet but like something cheap thats no big deal if it gets jacked up. Anybody try one of those...damn program wont work on Macs
But Hey..No viruses so far
08-01-2011, 10:59 PM
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If you go on to MSD 's webb site and look under software, they suggest a certain company for the usb/serial adapter for the newer laptops. One that has a sofware cd with it . Run the CD and it will recognize the program. They have them at Best Buy also. 39.95 Haven't got mine yet. But have looked into it. Hope that helps.
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Damn technology.
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I had to open and close the program until it found the right port when I dyno tuned my car..irritating But i was restarting the car each time to (didnt know if I relly needed to do that but oh'well)