Hi Ron the drive probably isn't blown but windows maybe.You need to boot into dos and run norton disk doctor (dos version).Sounds like the FAT is blown.There are 2 copies on the disk and norton will try to make a good copy.If that doesn't work you'll probably need to re format the disk or maybe fdisk it and then format and then reload windows Help make your TechAssist online repair tips database better! Submit your fixes here: http://www.circuitwork.com/techassist/tip/#tips To unsubscribe write to: techassist-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with unsubscribe in the subject line.