Hi, you are correct, boot to dos and type fdisk/mbr about 5-6 times this will ensure that your master boot record is rebuilt for dos/windows only. I've had to do this a few times but, it's not a good idea to do it if your worried or unsure at all or you just don't know what you're doing because it may have disasterous results. hth -- qShaun Oliver Marriage is a three ring circus: engagement ring, wedding ring, and suffering. -- Roger Price Email: shauno at goanna.net.au Icq: 76958435