Can't tell when this happened. No new software other than some Microsoft
updates. No new
software whatsoever. No viruses.

The contact list says:

"There are no Contacts to display."


Yet, if I click on ADDRESS BOOK or do START - RUN - wab /a

The address book is still intact.

If I type an email address in a new email, the autocomplete finds said
address book entry.

The contact pane (lower left), is gone . Yes it is checked in Layout
I have reinstalled and reboot no luck!

Any suggestions?
thanks