USB floppy is a no go either, it never even lights up, no sounds etc...tried all 3 USB ports, Win+B, Fnc+B, Ctl+Alt+Insert.....no joy. Anyone have a possible solution? Should I order a BIOS chip and attempt a removal, re-solder and flash? If I do this are there any issues I need to be aware of? (i.e. not able to install updates because mobo ID is not on chip etc....) Thanks again for all the assistance.