never mind i repaired bootloader with OSx86 tools, worked like a charm. Still can't update though. gotta be something i am doing wrong.thanks for all the help erick2red

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ideneb OSx86 10.5.8 lite
acer aspire m1100
amd athlon 64bit dual core 4400+
4gig of ddr2 ram at 800mhz
320gig hd
1ide dvd rom/cdrw and 1 sata dvd/rw drive
22in insignia lcd tv/monitor.
nvidia 8400gs 512mb