BigWig goes back to computer store to exchange parts. BigWig installs new parts. No smoke this time, but no display on screen, either. BigWig makes another 2 hour drive to exchange parts. BigWig installs new parts.
Computer turns on.
BigWig is happy. BigWig spends 3 days installing software. New computer decides to eat boot sector. BigWig goes insane. BigWig makes 3 more return trips to Fry's to get working computer parts.