It is many, many years since I have used a PICAXE, but I now have a simple application for using one. I found some -08s in the junk box, which I had forgotten about, but they will be ideal for my application. I decided to start by programming one with the simple Flashing LED program to make sure things are working. I have an AXE027. When I tried to load the program I received the "Error: Hardware not found on COM6" message. I am using Windows 10. I have been reading several threads, trying to get ideas.
Here is what I have found so far: I have done the Hardware check on the AXE027, and it passes. Under Settings/Devices, I can see "AXE027 PICAXE USB". Under Device Manager, Ports (COM & LTP), I see "AXE027 PICAXE USB (COM6)". When I right click Properties, I see "This device is working properly". Under Driver, I see Version 2.8.14.0. Under Events, Information, I see "Device FTDIBUS\VID_0403+PID_BD90+5&212ac8fc&0&1\0000 requires further installation." I have downloaded the AXE027_USB_Driver zip file and have unzipped it in a clean folder- with the amd64 and i386 files I have seen mentioned.
I am far, far from the most computer literate or computer capable person around, and some of the comments/suggestions I have read leave me cold- especially about some two step installation processes and deleting drivers.
What should I do, and where should I go from here.
Thank you in advance
Here is what I have found so far: I have done the Hardware check on the AXE027, and it passes. Under Settings/Devices, I can see "AXE027 PICAXE USB". Under Device Manager, Ports (COM & LTP), I see "AXE027 PICAXE USB (COM6)". When I right click Properties, I see "This device is working properly". Under Driver, I see Version 2.8.14.0. Under Events, Information, I see "Device FTDIBUS\VID_0403+PID_BD90+5&212ac8fc&0&1\0000 requires further installation." I have downloaded the AXE027_USB_Driver zip file and have unzipped it in a clean folder- with the amd64 and i386 files I have seen mentioned.
I am far, far from the most computer literate or computer capable person around, and some of the comments/suggestions I have read leave me cold- especially about some two step installation processes and deleting drivers.
What should I do, and where should I go from here.
Thank you in advance