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Brad Johnson:
Step one - back up all critical data. Then back it up to something else. And do it RIGHT NOW.

Brad

Ben:
If it's not a laptop, do what Dave said, plus disconnect any external devices (USB, serial, etc.). If there's anyway you can easily get hold of the same memory type that you have, try and swap that out too. Also try booting without the ehternet card (unless it's on the MB of course).

Kestrel:
1. Back up your data NOW

2. Turn off the laptop

3. Call HP

It's most likely the hard drive. DO NOT CONTINUE USING IT, UNTIL HP REPLACES IT.

(Note also, lee n. field's comments above. Spot on.)

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