Well, it came down to the dreaded format "C" command. I tried evrything from running the windows reapir from the disc, putting in a windows internals disc so I could at least do the most basic, and even creating an new account and taking control of ownership, but nothing worked.

So I just wanted to say thankyou for all the help, and time you gave me. I'm just sorry I couldn't get to the end, it was working. Thanks again.

Bill