Dave, If you are using the latest XP service pack, you're probably not capable of firewire 800. Microsoft eliminated 800 support for some stupid reason. The recommendation has been to re-install the previous service pack's firewire driver. Angie Dickinson www.avocadoproductions.com Arvada, CO Dave Bradley wrote: >> macs may seem more expensive but when you compare features and quality, >> the difference is negligible. (firewire, excellent support, ....) > > > Oh gee, I guess I'll have to explain to my PC that it's not supposed to be > able to do firewire 400 or firewire 800. That must be only for macs. Come > on folks, give me a break. There's also excellent support out there are > cheap prices or even free if you buy from a reputable company. > > > > ----------------- > Diamond Productions > Specializing in analog tape & film preservation / restoration in the > digital domain. > Dave Bradley President > > >