Installing the Arduino Uno driver?

Question

I recently bought an arduino uno and am following the instructions to install the drivers. The instructions say I need to find COM PORTS in DEVICE MANAGER in control panel but it's not there even when I choose display hidden objects in the device manager options.

I tried going into BIOS to enable PORTS but I can't seem to find an "advanced settings" or "peripherals" menu to do so. I have an Acer Aspire 5755G-6620 laptop.

Is there some way to enable PORTS or is there another way to install the driver?...

Thanks

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MaxVT MaxVT · Accepted Answer · 2014-06-23T18:09:55

If there is no COM & LPT section, look under "Other Devices" for "Unknown Device".

Official Arduino Setup Guide

Installing the Arduino Uno driver?

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