Hot sync error message reading: "Unable to initiate hotsync operation because the port is in use by another application

Having HotSync error message on my M130 when I press hotsync button. USB cable at cradle and on computer are OK. Computer recognized Palm software, and device, and displays the hotsync symbol in the tray. I have trie all 4 USB connections on my Dell Inspiron running Windows XP home edition. NO LUCK! Hot Sync icon will come up, but when pressed on the cradle button or initiated from the M130 screen, the error messages reads as follows:
"Unable to initiate HotSync operation because the port is in use by another application." I have checked "My Computer", Control panel port assignments in the hardware section. No conflect noted. All ports open and operating. No port conflict or channel conflict issues. ?????
CAN YOU ASSIST? THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
Tom G.

On PC Sync settings set connection to cable then set to bluetooth. Problem fixed.
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