Robert, you can try this to remove the com 2 port from windows.  Go to
Device Manage and get to properties of com port 2.  Uncheck the Orginal
Configuration box.  Click ok and see if this helps your conflict.

David <><

Robert Hale wrote:

> I have been trying to install a new Zoltrix 56K modem in my in-laws
> machine ( HP Pavilion 7280P ).   ( it always shows the yellow exclamation
> ).  It
> detects COM1 without a problem.
>
> Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.