In reference to the below that I've just posted it is really such an enigma how archived *.class files were transferred to this home-made XCP. So I never did start out with a tuly clean copy of XP and I am also wondering if there is a way, if I transfer enough to the externl drive that I can do an 'install' and have a new opy of of XP on this motherboard. I do not have a backup but there is a file there that looks it could possible be some kind of setup file for XP. Does XP comes with an executable file contained right into their softwar? Arlene In a message dated 11/14/2010 5:43:38 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, Ar19102@xxxxxxx writes: In a message dated 11/14/2010 3:24:52 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, john.modec@xxxxxxxxxx writes: http://pc-tech-upper-hutt.blogspot.com/ As time passes an increasing array of issues and articles have appeared on this blog. This is the second one today (15 November 2010).Much of the content consists of news articles, but it also contains hints, answers to your questions, topical material and other entries suited to the interests of members and visitors. It would be even better with the addition of your comments or the insightful things you have gleaned along your way. You are welcome to add material, comments and articles you have found of value. Indeed, it is important for you to do so. Without you, I might be talking to myself! That would not do at all. (John Durham 15 November 2010) -- Regards, John Durham Fax/Phone 64 4 5286786 PC-HELPERS list subscribe/unsub at http://modecideas.com/discuss.htm?sig Inventor of multi-spectral fibreoptics. Return (my novel) at http://stores.lulu.com/store.php?fAcctID=1382737 Good advice is like good paint- it only works if applied. Quote: What I cannot create, I do not understand. (Richard Feynman) Hi List, All does seem to be fine and am still using the XP made up for me , homegrown?, and all does seem fine except 1. I've transferred my documents, graphics and program files to an external iomega hard drive. However I cannot understand why I am on vary low disk space available. Any suggestions Thanks.