OK - took the computer to the Apple store (after speaking with Apple on the phone). Turns out to be a video card, which is very replaceable. The MBP will be fully functional once again!! Expect it back next week. Thanks to all who helped. Ken -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://listserver.themacintoshguy.com/pipermail/x4u/attachments/20100501/48027ed7/attachment.htm>