>We just dumped a machine and reloaded now when we compile in VFP6 we get an error at runtime in our password form.
>Error loading file - record number 8 Parent : class name is invalid.

I'd USE the VCX, GO TO record number 8, and the view the class and classloc memos. I expect you have an invalid reference. Did you duplicate the exact development directory structure the old computer had? What happens when you try to MODIFY FORM your password form?