> > This doesn't have to be a problem, because when using a machine for > > audio work you should always disable the sleep function. > > Dumb question, how do you disable it? System preferences->energy saver While you're there, also turn off "put harddisks to sleep when possible" if you use a separate harddisk for audio stuff. It will prevent "disk too slow" messages caused by your system disk falling asleep while you're playing (or recording). Maurits.