I 've deleted all the temporary files, reinstalled maya (2008) and until now it still works without any problems. So i hope i've fixed it , if not then i hope you guys are coming to my aid again:p . @The Architect; "lol! You've got a elite box!" i did pay an elite price for it, but i think with all the opterons, xeon ,fire gl and quattro's out there i'm still a small timer:p THIS is an elite "boxx"(hope the link works)