Steve, that rating sure doesn't look good. Well, too late now, I ordered it late last night. I'll let you know how I fare when the goods arrive.

I've bookmarked the resellerratings site for the next time. thanks for the link.

SpywareDr, yes I have done business with both tigerdirect and newegg in the past, but experienced sticker shock with both when I checked the price on the M$ "Full Boxed Version" . I understand that the "OEM" is cheaper ($129.-$149.) , but once is enough down that road, thanks anyway.

So as I've said; I plunked down my nickle and I took my chance...I'll let you know how it all turns out when the wheel stops turning. Thanks again. Number9