Yes i have the old install on the external HD, also the walet.dat file is in there, i have a copy of the old wallet.dat file on 3 USB pens as well all encrypted. also the password before i changed it for it.. NotTethered I cannot guarantee that i didn't copy anything else along with that password, i know what your saying but i can't see it, but also not 100% on that . Ewaspiro i havn't got a clue where you got or think i bought a fake wallet as i can assure you it is not. I mined on this site for years. I just wanted to ask some questions before i make a move incase i make the situation worse, if it can get any worse, if i sync the old dat file back, would i be able to open it with the old password.