ok, so we have our XP all set up.

HP it is.

i want to build it but my wife is a bit concerned about it. i've replaced two modems and three cd drives in different computers, without problems.

so anyway, i know i was kinda vauge, but thanks, i got the info i was looking for, and if anyone wants to add something i'll probably be back here atleast once more before i go to the store.