Background folder went black

I have macbook pro mid 2010 with Snow Leopard.
I formated my laptop 3days ago, so right now I have to install all the softwares I need
I was just installed my calibrator software (Spyder Elite 3) and when I tried to calibrate my monitor, the software crash and it gives me this black window background!
I removed the software and re-installed it again, everything works fine except for this black background still wont go away.
As you can see, I have it in "Thumbnail view" , it goes black. But when I change it to List view or any other views, the background is white just like usual.
I tried to change the background color under the folder options, but it wont change.
I also tried to restart my laptop, but that didn't work either.
Any advice?

Frozen or unresponsive iPad
Resolve these most common issues:
    •    Display remains black or blank
    •    Touch screen not responding
    •    Application unexpectedly closes or freezes
http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/assistant/ipad/
iPad Frozen? How to Force Quit an App, Reset or Restart Your iPad
http://ipadacademy.com/2010/11/ipad-frozen-how-to-force-quit-an-app-reset-or-res tart-your-ipad
What to Do When Your iPad Won't Turn On
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/ss/What-To-Do-When-Your-Ipad-Wo-No t-Turn-On.htm
iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3281
iPad: Basic troubleshooting
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3274
 Cheers, Tom

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