The first time when you try to program using Arduino, you may get one or more Windows firewall warnings. The actual COM number could be different on your PC/laptop. Once both the above are set correctly, the bottom-right corner of Arduino IDE should show. The correct port will be the one corresponding to 'USB-SERIAL CH340'. If you are not sure which port to select, in Windows, you can go to Device Manager (type 'Device Manager' in the Windows Start Menu), and check for the port number under Ports (COM & LPT).
Select the correct serial port in Tools > Port > COMx after ensuring that the mCore is powered on. Select Arduino Uno as the device in Tools > Board > Arduino AVR Boards > Arduino Uno. If you are using a lab computer, simply close the window. You can click update all on your own computer. It may also prompt you that some updates are available for your board and libraries.When it asks you to install certain drivers, click yes / allow.The installation is very straightforward.Install the IDE using the Windows Installer.
The mBot official tutorial can be found here - Setting up the IDE for mBot Installing the IDE To harness the full power of the robot, you need to use the Arduino IDE.
