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Hi Jon,

Let's see... 1) This is a new (used) computer so I removed all the old junk/data/programs from it and installed the newest Hoster so the install is new; not an update. 2) I've disabled all firewall, anti-virus, and anything having to do with Norton 360 software. 3) I disabled Windows Indexing Service for C: and D:. 4) Defragmentation is 0%. 5) I updated graphic and sound drivers (ATI and IDT). 6) I checked for Windows updates - all up to date.

I'm sure there are more... I read through this thread multiple times and I think the only thing I haven't tried is System Mechanic but HP has a built in maintenance program that diagnoses the system, looks for updates, and applies changes as required.

I'm going to keep working the problem for awhile before I resort to MTU support. I just apologize to audiences ahead of time... Fortunately most audiences enjoy the way we put on a show so there isn't too much flack .