>From: Hanno di Rosa <dirosa@...> snip >I have OS 8.5.1 /default folder /all discs fromatted hfs+ /norton says disc >ok/first aid says disc ok >but this goes away when I disable all extensions on bootup, of course the >micropolis churns away as usual, but then at least it shows on the desktop >after 5 min of churning and opens up, but not always....... >does anybody have an idea ? >ciao Hi Hanno, when You get Your new drive, don't format it HFS+. This is not recommended for audio use. I bet next year is going to be a major successful year for You. It's gotta be!!! Good luck, Marcus musician http://www.synchron.de/bos