I did removed the battv and handyswitcher from my startup and the softreset - initial lockup along with the vanishing SD seems to have resolved itself now. Not to blame either one of those programs though from the sounds of things its the combination when running wisbar as I am.
Thanks for the info on wisbar though. I will consider removing if any more problems arise. I like it's theming capabilities, start menu like regular windows, ect... but I'm sure I could get used to an alternate.
Great job again BigJ! This is truly a remarkable upgrade from the regular stock setup. Much appreciated