windows does not detect the device. only the program dectects the device when you start the program. so don't expect windows to detect the device at all like a joystick or anything. it won't do that. also have you updated your patch? if not i have it on the homepage at
www.aeroflypro.com
my 9 serial is using comport 1 - IRQ 4 - I/O Range 03F8/03FF