The PC at home had been down for the 2nd week. The solution is to either 'resurrect' it with a change of faulty parts, or the alternative, an iMac which will also serve as my desktop photolab.

It does feel a little strange to see that big screen buddy who had served me well in the past 3 years or so, now quiet, 'lifeless' since I can no longer power it on.

Hopefully I can resolve this soon.