Eldredge,
I'm not a tech guru but can say with confidence that ME is simply not a good platform for a serious trader. Get Win2K (even if this is not causing the conlict) you will be grateful when you avoid hundreds of blue screens, freezes, etc.
I'm baffled why ZA would cause this page delay (?) maybe you can send them an e-mail describing everything in detail. They are very good with getting back to people with problems. Try them.