So my desktop hard drive is dying a slow and painful death, but Maxtor tech support was quick to help me out and they're sending a replacement since it's under warranty. It should be waiting for me by the time I get to Austin, or a couple days after I'm back. In the meantime, I'm chillin' on my laptop.
I blame The Return of Ahhhnold for this. I'm not sure what he's having dumped on that guy, but it looks unfortunate.