Thank again Computer Guru,
While BIOS was set to start from CD first apparently it jumped to network start (3rd). When this option was disabled the recovery DVD was read and the recovery console started.
It does seem however that the Laptop is done for - the recovery cannot find the HD and thus I cannot repair the problem.
I know that the HD is working - but now belive that the SATA connecting on the MB is shot.
Thank again for your assist
While BIOS was set to start from CD first apparently it jumped to network start (3rd). When this option was disabled the recovery DVD was read and the recovery console started.
It does seem however that the Laptop is done for - the recovery cannot find the HD and thus I cannot repair the problem.
I know that the HD is working - but now belive that the SATA connecting on the MB is shot.
Thank again for your assist