According to Microsoft, a Code 19 Error,is a sign of a corrupted registry,which you already know.The technical run around goes like this:delete the registry entries for those drives ONLY.Enable at least one COM port in the input/output (BIOS) so that the serial.sys file can load properly.
In device manager,on the VIEW menu,click Display Hidden Devices to see if the serial driver has loaded.
There you have it.Crystal clear!!
Please,please,turn on system restore,once you get everything sorted,and make a restore point.Over the years I have also learned some very hard lessons by not doing so.You might save some space on your pc by not having it on,but at times like this,you can see why.
Best wishes,
Nez
