MySQl is now running on the computer. I had to completely remove it from the drive before it would let me reinstall and start the service. For the moment the root password for the DB is: 'mysql'. In removing the program from the drive I noticed some old mysql data files; I copied them to the desktop, they are in the folder labled 'backup mysql data'. If you have any other questions feel free to contact me at x66723. -Ross Desktop Support