Thanks for the help guys, it is much appreciated.
Here is what I have decided to do, and need your opinions on this course of action, as well as recommendations for the proper equipment.
1. Change from Vista to XP , either home edition or PRO, whichever is recommended.
My personal preference would be XP, home or Pro shouldn't matter, I use Pro but thats just because its what I have.
2. Purchase a new 4 axis controller that will work with MACH3 and my stepper motors.
I would appreciate any and all advice, and entertain buying a controller from someone here on the forum that has one compatible with my motors.
Best regards
BP
If you are wanting a 4 axis in one then the Gecko G540 should work fine with your steppers and has 4 axis built in.The good thing about the G540 is it is actually individual drives so if one goes bad you just need to replace that, most of the other, if not all, multi axis drives are all built on the same board so if one goes bad you need to replace the whole thing.
I have used Geckos G201, G202 and Leadshines 8 Amp drives and all work well but are individual drives so a lot more wiring is needed.
Hood