Just upgraded from 8.04 to 8.05 - Help!

[studiomagic]

My PT8.04 was working just fine until (stop me if you've heard this one), it just stopped working. It just started freezing when looking for the databases upon start-up... so after clearing them and doing all sorts of stuff to no avail, I upgraded to 8.05 and figured this would be better than a re-install.

Now the program does load but...

It takes way too long to start up, it takes a lot of time for sessions to open and it keep stopping me in frozen lag for a good 15 seconds every time I begin any action that touches the HD. Stopping, Starting etc. Clearly the drive and the upgrade aren't getting along. It takes forever just when i want to minimize or maximize the windows.

Also an Mbox Mini Control panel was installed, I have an an Mbox Pro 2 connected via firewire.

The audio drive is fine and new(ish) and I never had an issue before today. I record on G primarily from software on C.

Behold lovely Ms. Sandra Report:

< Computer >
Model: OEM System Product Name
Serial Number: System Serial Number
Chassis: Desktop
Mainboard: ASUS P7P55D-E
Serial Number: 103066420000620
BIOS: AMI (OEM) 1504 12/14/2010
Total Memory: 8GB DIMM DDR3

< Processors >
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 CPU 860 @
2.80GHz (4C 8T 3GHz/3.48GHz, 2.41GHz IMC, 4x
256kB L2, 8MB L3)
Socket/Slot: FC LGA1156

< Chipset >
Memory Controller: ASUS Core (Clarksfield/Lynnfield) DMI 2x
2.41GHz (4.82GHz)
Memory Controller: Intel Core Desktop (Lynnfield) UnCore 2x
2.41GHz (4.82GHz), 2x 4GB DIMM DDR3 1.07GHz
128-bit

< Memory Module(s) >
Memory Module: OCZ OCZ3G1600LV2G 2GB DIMM DDR3 PC3-8500U
DDR3-1066 (7-7-7-16 4-26-8-4)
Memory Module: OCZ OCZ3G1600LV2G 2GB DIMM DDR3 PC3-8500U
DDR3-1066 (7-7-7-16 4-26-8-4)
Memory Module: OCZ OCZ3G1600LV2G 2GB DIMM DDR3 PC3-8500U
DDR3-1066 (7-7-7-16 4-26-8-4)
Memory Module: OCZ OCZ3G1600LV2G 2GB DIMM DDR3 PC3-8500U
DDR3-1066 (7-7-7-16 4-26-8-4)

< Video System >
Monitor/Panel: AOC International 2436
(1920x1080, 29.8")
Monitor/Panel: (Standard monitor types) Generic Non-PnP
Monitor
Monitor/Panel: SPT X23GV-Komodo
(1600x1200)
Video Adapter: ATI Radeon HD 5700 Series (720SP SM5.0
700MHz, 1GB DDR5 4.6GHz 128-bit, PCIe 2.00
x16)

< Graphics Processor >
Compute Shader Processor: ATI Radeon HD 5700 Series (720SP 700MHz, 1GB
DDR5 4.6GHz 128-bit)

< Storage Devices >
MAXTOR STM3500630A (500.1GB, A:466GB (D:)
Seagate ST3120026AS (120GB, SA:112GB (E:)
WDC WD5001AALS-00L3B2 (500.1GB:466GB (C:)
Seagate ST1000DM003-1CH162 (1T:932GB (G:)
HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GH22NS40 (2.7G:3GB (H:)

< Logical Storage Devices >
OLD BACKUP (D:): 466GB (FAT32) @ MAXTOR STM3500630A (500.1GB,
ATA100, 3.5", 16MB Cache)
Old C (E:): 112GB (NTFS) @ Seagate ST3120026AS (120GB,
SATA150, 3.5", 8MB Cache)
System Reserved: 100MB (NTFS)
Abbey Road (G:): 932GB (NTFS) @ Seagate ST1000DM003-1CH162
(1TB, SATA600, 3.5", 7200rpm)
Hard Disk (C:): 466GB (NTFS) @ WDC WD5001AALS-00L3B2 (500.1GB,
SATA300, 3.5", 7200rpm, 32MB Cache)
Optical Drive (H:): N/A @ HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GH22NS40 (2.7GB,
SATA150, DVD+-RW, CD-RW, 2MB Cache)

< Peripherals >
LPC Hub Controller 1: ASUS P55 LPC Interface Controller
LPC Legacy Controller 1: T0 B3-53
Audio Device: ASUS P55/PM55/3400 High Definition Audio
Audio Codec: VIA 4441
Audio Device: Visiontek EG JUNIPER XT Audio Device [Radeon
HD 5700 Series]
Audio Codec: ATI (AMD) HDMI Audio
Serial Port(s): 1
Disk Controller: ASUS P55/PM55/3400 4 port SATA IDE Controller
Disk Controller: ASUS P55/PM55/3400 2 port SATA IDE Controller
Disk Controller: ASUS JMB36X PCIE-to-SATAII/IDE RAID
Controller
Disk Controller: ASUS 88SE914D SATA-600 Controller
USB Controller 1: ASUS P55/PM55/3400 USB2 Enhanced Host
Controller
USB Controller 2: ASUS P55/PM55/3400 USB2 Enhanced Host
Controller
USB Controller 3: ASUS Renesas Electronics USB 3.0 Host
Controller
FireWire/1394 Controller 1: Lucent/Agere Systems (Was: AT&T
MicroElectronics) FW322/323 IEEE1394 OHCI
FireWire Controller
FireWire/1394 Controller 2: ASUS VIA VT6308 1394 OHCI Controller
SMBus/i2c Controller 1: SMBus Dev Drv 1

< Network Services >
Network Adapter: Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller (Ethernet,
100Mbps)

< Operating System >
Windows System: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 6.01.7601
(Service Pack 1)
Platform Compliance: x64

< Windows Experience Index >
Current System: 5.9

<<< Processor Arithmetic >>>
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< Benchmark Results >
Aggregate Native Performance: 50.45GOPS
Dhrystone Integer Native SSE4.:71.61GIPS
Whetstone Single-float Native :40.13GFLOPS
Whetstone Double-float Native :31.48GFLOPS
Whetstone Aggregated-float Nat:35.54GFLOPS
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.
Decimal Numeral System (base 1:1GOPS = 1000MOPS, 1MOPS = 1000kOPS, 1kOPS =
1000OPS, etc.

< Performance per Thread >
Aggregate Native Performance: 6.3GOPS
Dhrystone Integer Native SSE4.:9GIPS
Whetstone Single-float Native :5GFLOPS
Whetstone Double-float Native :4GFLOPS
Whetstone Aggregated-float Nat:4.44GFLOPS
No. Threads: 8
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.
Decimal Numeral System (base 1:1GOPS = 1000MOPS, 1MOPS = 1000kOPS, 1kOPS =
1000OPS, etc.

< Performance vs. Power >
Processor(s) Power: 95.000W
Aggregate Native Performance: 531.07MOPS/W
Dhrystone Integer Native SSE4.:753.81MIPS/W
Whetstone Single-float Native :422.40MFLOPS/W
Whetstone Double-float Native :331.40MFLOPS/W
Whetstone Aggregated-float Nat:374.15MFLOPS/W
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.

< Performance vs. Speed >
Aggregate Native Performance: 17.14MOPS/MHz
Dhrystone Integer Native SSE4.:24.33MIPS/MHz
Whetstone Single-float Native :13.64MFLOPS/MHz
Whetstone Double-float Native :10.70MFLOPS/MHz
Whetstone Aggregated-float Nat:12.08MFLOPS/MHz
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.

< Windows Experience Index >
Current Processor(s): 7.5
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.

< Benchmark Status >
Result ID: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 CPU 860 @
2.80GHz (4C 8T 3GHz/3.48GHz, 2.41GHz IMC, 4x
256kB L2, 8MB L3)
Computer: ASUS P7P55D-E
Platform Compliance: x64
SMP (Multi-Processor) Enabled: Yes
NUMA Support: No
No. Threads: 8
Processor Affinity: U0-C0T0 U2-C1T0 U4-C2T0 U6-C3T0 U1-C0T1 U3-
C1T1 U5-C2T1 U7-C3T1
System Timer: 2.74MHz
No. Runs: 64000 / 640

< Processor >
Model: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 CPU 860 @
2.80GHz
Speed: 3GHz (84%)
Min/Max/Turbo Speed: 1.2GHz - 2.8GHz - 3.48GHz
Cores per Processor: 4 Unit(s)
Threads per Core: 2 Unit(s)
Front Side Bus Speed: 134MHz
Revision/Stepping: 1E / 5
Microcode: MU061E0504
Latest Version: MU061E0526
L1D (1st Level) Data Cache: 4x 32kB, Write/Back, 8-Way, 64bytes Line Size,
2 Thread(s)
L1I (1st Level) Code Cache: 4x 32kB, Write/Back, 4-Way, 64bytes Line Size,
2 Thread(s)
L2 (2nd Level) Data/Unified Ca:4x 256kB, ECC, 8-Way, 64bytes Line Size, 2
Thread(s)
L3 (3rd Level) Data/Unified Ca:8MB, ECC, Write/Back, 16-Way, Fully Inclusive,
64bytes Line Size, 16 Thread(s)

< Memory Controller >
Integrated in Processor: Yes
Speed: 2.41GHz


< Processor >
Model: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7 CPU 860 @
2.80GHz
Speed: 2.81GHz (80%)
Min/Max/Turbo Speed: 1.2GHz - 2.8GHz - 3.48GHz
Cores per Processor: 4 Unit(s)
Threads per Core: 2 Unit(s)
Front Side Bus Speed: 134MHz
Revision/Stepping: 1E / 5
Microcode: MU061E0504
Latest Version: MU061E0526
L1D (1st Level) Data Cache: 4x 32kB, Write/Back, 8-Way, 64bytes Line Size,
2 Thread(s)
L1I (1st Level) Code Cache: 4x 32kB, Write/Back, 4-Way, 64bytes Line Size,
2 Thread(s)
L2 (2nd Level) Data/Unified Ca:4x 256kB, ECC, 8-Way, 64bytes Line Size, 2
Thread(s)
L3 (3rd Level) Data/Unified Ca:8MB, ECC, Write/Back, 16-Way, Fully Inclusive,
64bytes Line Size, 16 Thread(s)

< Memory Controller >
Integrated in Processor: Yes
Speed: 2.41GHz

< Features >
SSE - Streaming SIMD Extension:Yes
SSE2 - Streaming SIMD Extensio:Yes
SSE3 - Streaming SIMD Extensio:Yes
SSSE3 - Supplemental SSE3: Yes
SSE4.1 - Streaming SIMD Extens:Yes
SSE4.2 - Streaming SIMD Extens:Yes
HTT - Hyper-Threading Technolo:Yes

<<< Cryptography >>>
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< Graphics Processor >
Model: ATI Radeon HD 5700 Series
Interface Version: 176.00
Driver Version: 8.17.10.240
Cores per Processor: 1 Unit(s)
Shader Speed: 700MHz
Total Memory: 1GB
Memory Bus Speed: 1.15GHz
Hardware ID: VEN_1002 DEV_68BE REV_00

< Latest Device Driver >
Date of Manufacture: Saturday, August 16, 2014

<<< GP (GPU/CPU/APU) Scientific Analysis >>>
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<< Compute Shader Processor : ATI Radeon HD 5700 Series (720SP 700MHz, 1GB DDR5
4.6GHz 128-bit) >>
<< Floating-Point (Normal/Single Precision) >>
Error (339): GP(GPU) call failed. Try another interface
(e.g. OpenCL/ComputeShader/CUDA/etc.) or
update video drivers.

<<< GP (GPU/CPU/APU) Bandwidth >>>
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<< Compute Shader Processor : ATI Radeon HD 5700 Series (720SP 700MHz, 1GB DDR5
4.6GHz 128-bit) >>
< Benchmark Results >
Aggregate Memory Performance: 7GB/s
Internal Memory Bandwidth: 40.7GB/s
Interface Transfer Bandwidth: 1.19GB/s
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.
Binary Numeral System (base 2):1GB(/s) = 1024MB(/s), 1MB(/s) = 1024kB(/s),
1kB(/s) = 1024 bytes(/s), etc.

< Benchmark Timings >
Time to Copy Capacity: 25µs
Time to Read Capacity: 2.81ms
Time to Write Capacity: 250µs
Results Interpretation: Lower Scores mean Better Performance.

< Performance vs. Power >
Device(s) Power: 86.000W
Aggregate Memory Performance: 82.94MB/s/W
Internal Memory Bandwidth: 484.58MB/s/W
Interface Transfer Bandwidth: 14.20MB/s/W
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.

< Capacity vs. Power >
Memory Capacity: 11.91MB/W
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.

< Performance vs. Speed >
Aggregate Memory Performance: 1.55MB/s/MHz
Internal Memory Bandwidth: 9.06MB/s/MHz
Interface Transfer Bandwidth: 0.27MB/s/MHz
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.

< Detailed Results >
Internal Memory Bandwidth: 40.7GB/s
Bandwidth Efficiency: 56.62%
System to Device Bandwidth: 4GB/s
Bandwidth Efficiency: 51.20%
Device to System Bandwidth: 364MB/s
Bandwidth Efficiency: 4.55%
Interface: DX-CS
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.

< Benchmark Status >
Result ID: ATI Radeon HD 5700 Series (720SP 700MHz, 1GB
DDR5 4.6GHz 128-bit) (DX-CS)
Computer: ASUS P7P55D-E
Platform Compliance: x64
Total Memory: 1012.21MB
Memory Used by Test: 168.69MB
No. Threads: 1
System Timer: 2.74MHz

< Graphics Processor >
Model: ATI Radeon HD 5700 Series
Interface Version: 176.00
Driver Version: 8.17.10.240
Cores per Processor: 1 Unit(s)
Shader Speed: 700MHz
Total Memory: 1GB
Memory Bus Speed: 1.15GHz
Hardware ID: VEN_1002 DEV_68BE REV_00

< Latest Device Driver >
Date of Manufacture: Saturday, August 16, 2014

<<< GP (GPU/CPU/APU) Memory Latency >>>
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<< Compute Shader Processor : ATI Radeon HD 5700 Series (720SP 700MHz, 1GB DDR5
4.6GHz 128-bit) >>
<< Global Data Memory : In-Page Random Access Pattern >>
< Benchmark Results >
Memory Latency: 396.3ns
Decimal Numeral System (base 1:1s = 1000ms, 1ms = 1000µs, 1µs = 1000ns, etc.
Speed Factor: 2.00
Results Interpretation: Lower Scores mean Better Performance.

< Performance vs. Power >
Device(s) Power: 86.000W
Memory Latency: 4.61ns/W
Results Interpretation: Lower Scores mean Better Performance.

< Capacity vs. Power >
Memory Capacity: 11.91MB/W
Results Interpretation: Higher Scores mean Better Performance.

< Performance vs. Speed >
Memory Latency: 0.09ns/MHz
Results Interpretation: Lower Scores mean Better Performance.

< Detailed Results >
2kB Range: 200.0ns / 140.0clocks
4kB Range: 205.7ns / 144.0clocks
8kB Range: 205.7ns / 144.0clocks
16kB Range: 229.6ns / 161.0clocks
32kB Range: 250.4ns / 175.0clocks
64kB Range: 250.7ns / 176.0clocks
128kB Range: 256.4ns / 180.0clocks
256kB Range: 295.0ns / 207.0clocks
512kB Range: 351.1ns / 246.0clocks
1MB Range: 389.6ns / 273.0clocks
2MB Range: 396.1ns / 277.0clocks
4MB Range: 396.1ns / 277.0clocks
8MB Range: 390.9ns / 274.0clocks
16MB Range: 390.6ns / 273.0clocks
32MB Range: 396.3ns / 277.0clocks
64MB Range: 396.3ns / 277.0clocks
Interface: DX-CS

[studiomagic]

One thing I noticed... in my CP, I have config tools for MboxMini (never owned that) and MBox Pro, BUT it's set up for MBox Pro 3 for some reason. Could it be the installation misread what interface i have?

[albee1952]

Originally Posted by studiomagic

One thing I noticed... in my CP, I have config tools for MboxMini (never owned that) and MBox Pro, BUT it's set up for MBox Pro 3 for some reason. Could it be the installation misread what interface i have?

Tough to say, but I think a re-install is in order here....with a few extra steps, to be safe. #1, I would backup the system drive by imaging or a straight clone. Then, with the Mbox disconnected, run the uninstaller utility on your LE installer disk, or use Windows control panel>Uninstall a program. After a reboot, explore the installer(8 or 8.0.3) and find the Setup.exe and right-click and choose Run as Administrator. When the installer tells you to connect the interface, DON'T. Just click on Okay, let it finish and reboot. Now run the 8.0.5 updater(again with the Run as Admin option). When the updater asks you to connect, plug the Mbox in, wait about 8 seconds, then click on Okay, let it finish and reboot. Next, right-click on the PT icon and select Properties>find the tab with these 2 items, and check both:
Always Run as Admin, Disable Desktop Composition.
Now open PT and put in your authorization code(the one that reads "DIFI08.....)

***IMPORTANT*** remember to IGNORE any popups that say "New Hardware Found". Don't click on them at all(they will go away on their own). Fingers crossed

[studiomagic]

Avid is killing me softly haha. I hate when you're really busy and find that little beautiful window to work on music, only to find the software betraying your art.

I was hoping for a quick solution instead of having to white wash the whole thing and the reinstall all my plugins, but truthfully your solution is the logical step. Thanks for taking the time to suggest it.

I'm going to have to do it... ug.

[Craig F]

"DIFI08.....)

DIGI08 not DIFI

[studiomagic]

Ok, nothing is working guys; it's pure torture. I totally reinstalled everything from first to last step (all in admin) and if anything, it's worse. The recording and software drive are both fine and fast, no other programs are causing me any problems and I can't figure this out for the life of me.

I can't even force quit the program fast.. I forced quit four minutes ago and I'm still looking at the icon.

if I'm using the software in a continuous flow, it will keep working. Any stop and I'm doomed.

The only thing I can think of is to go get new firwewire ports and figure maybe it's that?

Any other ideas?

[albee1952]

Originally Posted by Craig F

DIGI08 not DIFI

thanks for spotting that! Damn irregular keyboard........

[Craig F]

I hit the wrong keys all the time

[albee1952]

You know, VIA firewire is sometimes a show-stopper for audio And speaking of FW, its worth trying the different drivers. Avid recommends the Legacy driver, but it has never worked for me on 3 computers. The T.I.Compliant driver is what works for me(with 003 on FW).

[studiomagic]

I don't think it's the firewire driver... I think it's a forced windows security update (I always have it turned off) that happened due to the turn off being lifted by my virus software. I feel digitally assaulted to be honest.

Also, with win7 enterprise, hidden PT files are everywhere so you need 25 minutes after an uninstall to find them all. Still, every time I re-install, somehow the recent files are still there.

Color me sick.

Right now I'm going the other direction and installing all windows updates, reloading the software and taking my chances, My next move is trying a restore point and then to destroy a perfectly good OS just for this one ****** program and reload it.