InDesign Shuts Down When Saving

InDesign CS3 5.0.2
InDesign shuts down when saving a file. The ONLY time it seems to act up is when we try to save using any option except for "save a copy." There are no numbers, messages, etc. outside of the standard: "InDesign has encountered a problem and must shut down. We apologize for any inconvenience..."
When it does shut down, whatever file was open at the time is lost. Totally. I have yet to be able to locate the previous file using any means.
Has anyone else had this problem. Any fix?

Normally I would recommend replacing your preferences as a first step. I'm not sure quite how to test, though, without putting something at risk.
Maybe replace the prefs, open a new file that won't matter, save a copy, then try a save as and see what happens. You might also try turning off video hardware acceleration, but that seems tenuous, as does a bad font.
Is there a network involved, or are you working locally? If yes, what kind of network? Have you tried working locally?
If none of this has any effect you may need to reinstall, but I hate to put anyone through that pain without a better idea of what the problem is.
Peter

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