5 second delay when i hit record and play!

[idledude]

hey guys!

im using pro tools m-powered 7.4 with mac 10.4.1 and Firewire 1814

i was recording yesterday and all of a sudden when i started to record, "play" and "record" button would blink about 4 times and then recording would start!

when i hit play on its own it playback start away

i have no idea what it is, the performance of the mac seems to be ok, nothing is running slow.

i changed some playback settings but it didnt make a difference

can you defrag a mac drive?!

and wheres the latest pro tools update? should i update the mac system? i havent in about a year id say.

where can i get cymbal samples for idrum?!

so many questions!

thanks guys

M