Originally Posted by
Braniff
Thank you all for your help. I've tried everything you've suggested - at least the things I know how to do. I am going to leave the computer with my hotel's business center (I'm travelling in the Middle East) and ask them to see what they can do. Otherwise, it's off to mall to buy another one. Again, thank you.
Not to be 'that guy' but...
Middle East is a bit vague, but once left at the hotels business center you should assume your personal data is compromised and identity fraud is in motion. I'd just get a cheap laptop to finish the trip out and deal with the dead one once home with people I could trust.