Ok guys... it finally happened.
The touchpad has been intermittantly working when i first booted up ( i had to close and open it for it to work )
Now the touchscreen has totally stopped! it shows up when connected but the touchpad isn't responding.
I have re-installed the drivers and used system restore, still not working.
I have also tried it with another machine and no go...
I have been trying to contact ex-audio for a few days and haven't got a response so i have created disputes with both squaretrade and paypal...
just wondering if i should leave negative feedback for them on ebay with a link to this thread?..
oh well... i guess it's time for bed... hopefully i will get a response tomorrow!