That is pretty smart support.  When I first started in AW and it just went to SVGA.  I had all kinds of problems with a video card, can't remember the video card, but I do remember Blue Baron calling me and helping me out.  I stayed with AW for many years because of that!
I have met HiTech but have never needed the kind of support you did, YET.  Atleast I know customer service is alive and well here, when I do need it.
bigmac