Serial+Port,+I+do+not+have+one

Problem
I do not have a serial port on my computer.

Solution
If you do not have a serial port on your computer, you can use a USB to Serial adapter. They are available from Ambient Weather: [|USB to 9-pin serial adapter]. We have tested this adapter and guarantee it's functionality
 * 1) You will also need a serial cable to go between the weather station and the USB adaptor: [|9 pin serial cable]
 * 2) With the USB converter are USB to serial drivers (the USB converter emulates a serial port). Make sure you install these drivers. The drivers are included with the USB converter. If you can not find these drivers, perform a [|Google] search for the USB converter manufacturer, part number and the word "drivers" and download them from the manufacturer's website.
 * 3) After installing the drivers, you will need to determine the comport that was assigned. To find this in windows, select **Control Panel** (make sure you are in "Classic View" if running Windows XP) **| System | Hardware | Device Manager | Ports (Com and LPT)** and look for the installed port assigned by the adapter. Next, enter this comport in Virtual Weather Station by selecting **Communication | Communication**.