just thought i'd give an update......after running chkdks/r the computer would no longer reboot, so it is now at best buy's service department for a new cooling fan and hopefully a new hard drive. I"ll update back when i have a working computer again...thanks for all your help guys
Ryan

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83 300SD.......sold
96 integra SE....sold
99 a4 quattro....sold
2001 IS300.......sold
2002 330i.........current.
2004 highlander limited....current.