kernel32.dll and other dll hell

There is no updated kernel32.dll.

Try Running the System File Checker

Go to the Run box on the Start Menu and type in:

sfc /scannow ( sfc if not reconized)

This command will immediately initiate the Windows File Protection service to scan all protected files and verify their integrity, replacing any files with which it finds a problem. You will need your Windows cd.

SFC will restore any corrupt or missing files, and after a fresh install you shouldnt need to run that but you may have had a bad install, it has happened

The Task Monitor (taskmon) checks the disk-access patterns of programs when they are started and stores this information in log files in the Applog folder. Task Monitor also records the number of times you use a program. The Disk Defragmenter tool uses this information to optimize your hard disk so that programs that you use frequently are loaded faster.

Try SFC on the other drive also make sure you visit the Windows Update Site and download all of the Critical Updates and Service Packs.

Run defrag in Safe Mode

Boot into Safe Mode (By repeatedly tapping the F8 key until the menu appears) to prevent the starting and stopping.

Post the exact error you are recieving on the other pc

Ok, a good alternative.

Thanks for the tip, I'll try that.