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PCI Simple Communication Controller error trying to load Modem Driver
Windows Updates should be done monthly if not weekly from the Microsoft website. They address security issues, driver issues, etc., for Windows, Office Products, etc. Also, keep the Norton Antivirus definitions updated on a daily basis. I would first update the antivirus...- jdiet
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- Forum: PC hardware - Peripheral issues
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PCI Simple Communication Controller error trying to load Modem Driver
You need to go out to Microsoft's website and download the latest service pack, which is SP1a. The website is: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=0136e5f8-1684-4202-b2d0-c6a43430f12a&DisplayLang=en Microsoft has updates to fix known issues, etc., so they put out Service...- jdiet
- Post #32
- Forum: PC hardware - Peripheral issues
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PCI Simple Communication Controller error trying to load Modem Driver
Have you tried applying the latest Service Pack?- jdiet
- Post #30
- Forum: PC hardware - Peripheral issues
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PCI Simple Communication Controller error trying to load Modem Driver
I had the same issue with Windows XP Home regarding the PCI Simple Comm. message and the installation of the modem. I tried several of the listed suggestions. I ended up uninstalling the modem and installed SP1 (Service Pack 1). When the PC rebooted, everything seemed to work fine. It asked...- jdiet
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- Forum: PC hardware - Peripheral issues
