Not reading software

Hi,

If the PC still powers on and POST then should be reasonable to repair. Assuming that you have to replace the 80Gb HD, that will set you back something like 80USD. Physical replacement is relatively easy, you can do it yourself. Of course you would need the recovery CD/Windows installers to put in Windows again.

Hope this be of some help/idea. Post back how things turn up or should you need further information.

good luck and kind regards.