arduino uno usb device

Hi,
I downloaded and installed the software for the enhanced IDE, went thru the whole process and loaded all the different arduino drivers. I went to the IDE and used the circuit one example. I compiled and uploaded. what was strange is it uploaded but I didn't have it plugged in and it didn't complain. I plugged it in but it still is not recognizing where the arduino port is and it will allow me to still upload. I looked at the tools->serial port and it all it sees is COM 1. according to the
'Arduino Enhanced Release 1.0.1i for Windows' page it should automatically fix this but I see nothing that it was fixed.
when I plug the usb cable with the arduino, it is also telling me it found new hardware. Is there anything I am doing wrong. I am ready to pull my hair out. thanks.

« on: August 13, 2012, 10:02:03 PM »