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Well, that didn't fix it either. I still get the fatal error.

Our IT guy came down and ran about 3 different registery/computer cleanup program on my PC. So far (knock on wood) my Space Navigator has been working without crashing in AutoCAD Mechanical 2007.

I'll post updates if this situation changes.

thanks for your assistance.

I did all of the above and still have the same problem, fatal error after using device for a few minutes.

Yes, Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical 2007.

That is the file I am using.

I am beginning to think that there really is no way to use this cevice with 2d AutoCAD.

Like I said, that file does not exist in the Load Application or any where else on my hard drive or the installation CD.

Bryan wrote:Dear bturner,

You should find it listed when you got to Tools | Load Application within AutoCAD.

Sincerely,
Bryan G.

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