I too have the same situation as Best1inDE has. I have version 10.08a full and would like to buy a new computer with windows 8.1 and make this work. My situation may be different however, I have a parallel lock connected to my xp computer that works currently. I do not know if I purchase a parallel card for the 8.1 that it would unlock the software/ hardware inside oracle VM or what other problem would prevent it from not working like the gentleman above described. I'm not sure what kind of hardware lock he was using to be "re-flashed" but I would hate to invest a lot of money into a new computer only find that I would need to invest a lot more to make chief work again.
Any input or ideas to think about before proceeding would be appreciated.
