JERRY - maybe we should close this thread and ask you to start over... You're asking about several different issues at one time.

1. Do you have an issue with your monitor? If not - skip it.

2. What exactly do you want to plug into the PCI serial card you have? There are very few devices that use serial ports these days.

3. Did you ever get out of Safemode?

We don't say this often - but maybe taking your computer to Best Buy - Geek Squad would be something you should consider. Getting some "hands on" assistance can be worth its weight in gold