I am using the octane plugin for 3ds max, not maya. I think I am using the latest release? That is 3.06.4 - 4.41 And the light I am using is the "Octane Light". Very simple plane. Maybe I can take some screenshots?

yes, latest update, 3.06.4 -4.41, I am having this same problem. I am running a Quadro M1000M off of a Mobile Studio Pro 16".

I turned up the exposure settings in both camera and kernel, along with the octane light power settings to the absolute max. I can scarcely see even a glow. I eventually ...

Whats up with otoy support.. can we can some answers please?

Ok.. after some trial and error.. I finally figured it out..

Rendering > background > environment map > select an environment map > find the OctaneRender rollout > select Texture Environment > Check Use Map

Now go to your Material Editor (make sure you convert all of your materials in render ...