Thank you very much for all the help.
As an update, I did get my display link device working on tiger after purchasing a powered USB hub.
on another note,
I was in denial, I have decided to accept the view that my system is a bit out of date, lol.
I have took the 'plunge' and am now running Lion.. this was the kick up the butt I needed, its like having a new machine again!!
Just got to install the Display view drivers again now..
Think were cookin now though