Thanks for the solution I know a friend that has windows 7 starter 32 bit that i can copy the files over to my machine. While i am copying there inf files to my computer i will also make bootable usb recovery disk for both of our computers from their machine. kept this thread open because when I get their computer I may need your guidance to help ensure my success. Xilolee I cannot express in words how appreciative I am for your time and effort and great patience that you have shown toward me. You have been a blessings to me and may God Almighty bless you Xilolee.