Scott61;
The issue is probably the limited CPU and GPU resources...not sure there is anything you can do about this on your laptop.

I process large Canon MTS files with transitions and SmartSound, etc. all the time..doesn't take long.

If you "pre-convert" the files, it will just mean that PD9 must re-render them. Not sure that will save you time, but maybe others will comment.

Thank you again FredB. I know little about what can and can't be R&R'd in laptops. Is it possible/practical to replace either one of these components, or am I better off going with a new laptop or pc, and try to sell this for what I can??

I am getting enough film to process that I can't afford the time it is taking to render these projects. Also, would I be better off with not adding smart sound, or any sound?

It just has me courious why this seemed to work so well when the computer was new and the software was new. What files do I need to keep deleting besides temporaries. I have done little of this and could this cause trouble. I though tech support told me one time that I needed to keep three or four differnt files/folders cleaned out for best performance.

I guess that is all for now. Again, I appreciate your help and advice.

Scott61 Scott Wright
Wichita, KS

It is not feasible/possible to update CPU or GPU on a laptop.

If you are not comfortable deleting files..do so carefully. Do you empty your recycle bin?

You can use disk cleanup under "tools" when you right click on a drive, but I hesitate to give much more help on hardware as this is a PD9 forum and not sanctioned.

PD9 creates temporary files, but I am not sure why you ask this question??

Thanks,

The reason I mentioned the temp files is that Cyberlink Tech mentioned to me awhile back to routinely delete certain files to keep things running smoothly. I will call tech support tomorrow and see what they were referring too. Yes, I do clean the recycle bin routinely.

I guess that is it for now,

Thanks,
Scott61 Scott Wright
Wichita, KS