Thanks for the prompt replies guys....!!!
Firstly , as i said I've tried PS3 Media server to no avail(although it works great with my 360!)
Secondly I will try the services.msc solutions you have suggested when i get home (if the wife lets me!! Its driving her up the wall that I am spending so much time trying to fix this..)
Cheers again and I will let you know 2moro
kenny