Sire, you are a godsend--seriously! I will do as you suggest, and reset PWs, and set language.
I don't like Maxtor either (prefer West. Digital) --that's how Overland shipped this refurb to us--with remanufactured Maxtors no less!
I have the photos of the MB which you might be interested in seeing. Also a shot of Maxtor disk label.
Does it look like this 4100 MB has been fixed as you describe in the Sticky 4100 post, or is it still susceptible to data corruption? (Or do you need more detailed photos?)
Thanks again!
David.