Why would you not work on corrected the disk issues first. Even if it means a new HDD is called for?
The Apple verify utility indicated that I should use an external start up disk to fix disc problems that could not be fixed with the internal utiltiy softare. So far, I have been unable to start the system with a external disc holding the C down. Some discs are tech discs indicated that holding the d key down will start the computer to verify and correct the errors.
Programs ( except for Quicken) seem to work ok but internal verify utility routines direct that disk errors need to be corrected. The quicken start up indicates that the data file cannot be found.
Suggestions?

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