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In booting from disk, once the "Windows is loading files" progress bar finishes, I get the "starting Windows" screen, then I get the blue screen of death saying "iqrl not less or equal." What does this mean, and how can I get Win 7 to install on this PC?

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Make sure the files on the disk are not corrupted and retry the installation.

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My laptop is not playing CD/DVDs, and the CD-ROM drive does not appear in my PC. What can I do?

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You can use your flash drive, make it bootable and install your OS, or you can follow Part 2 for further details.

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If I have a bunch of programs and files on my Local C: drive, will they all be erased?

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Yes, because formatting erases all content from a hard drive. Back up your data to a USB drive or the cloud before beginning.

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What can I do if it did not finish installing?

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Run an analysis test on on your computer. It may be a hard drive error or the program may simply not be compatible with your computer build.

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What do I do if I don't have sound drivers after installing Windows 7?

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Download the sound card drivers for your sound card from the website of the manufacturer of the sound card.

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If my hard drive already has partitions, can I install Windows on one that will be formatted and leave the others untouched?

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Yes, you can. But make sure that you have made changes only to that partition which has OS.

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How do I install Windows 10 in my PC by pen drive?

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You must require pen drive as boot-able, then you precede to install OS by ISO image,other procedures are in article.

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How do I install Windows 7 from an ISO file onto a laptop?

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Burn it to a disk or copy it to a USB drive and use the bios to boot into it.

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Can I change my Flash drive back to its original state after it has been changed to bootable?

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Yes. Just format it. Formatting will erase all your data from your pen drive.

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How do I proceed when I get to the part where I have to click "Install Now," but I have no keyboard or mouse?

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If you have a screen touch monitor, simply touch where it says "Install Now." If you don't, then you'll need to get a keyboard or a mouse to click it, as well as to generally use your computer.

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What is an ISO file?

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An ISO file is an image file. It contains an image of a system, its boot files, core files, and drivers.

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Why can't I install Windows 7 to my selected disK?

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There might not be enough space on the selected partition. The drive may need to be formatted to install Windows or that particular volume may not be formatted as NTFS.

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How do install Windows without losing inside data?

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There are a number of ways to do this, however, a few easy ways are: first, before anything back up your data. In case something goes wrong on the install you should always keep a backup on an external drive or a series of DVDs/CDs. Windows has a built-in tool to do this. Second, insert your install media (with the computer on and logged in) and the installer should open with a button that says Install Now. You should be able to start it there, but if you cannot proceed to step three. Three, If you couldn't upgrade with the computer on, keep your install media inserted and restart the computer, while hitting the F12 key, select the media and then choose upgrade on the menu.

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After installing OS, my system is not recognizing pen drives. What should I do?

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Install the USB port drivers. You can either download these from your computer manufacturer's website, or by using automatic driver installation tools like DriverPack Solution or Driver Booster.

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How do I install Windows 7 on a fresh hard drive?

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Simply follow the normal procedure. If the drive is not partitioned, you might consider creating a partition using unallocated space.

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I am preparing to do a clean installation of Windows 7. Is it OK to install this on a laptop that is 5 or 6 years old?

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It should work, but make sure you backup all of your files first, because a clean install will erase everything.

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How do I install Windows 7 on an unformatted hard drive?

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You have to format the hard drive before installing. You cannot install on an unformatted hard drive.

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Where can I get a Windows 7 to Windows 10 product key?

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Download a Windows 10 .iso and put it on a disc or pen drive as described in the tutorial above. Just follow the instructions above, but with a Windows 10 iso.

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How do I know if I'm doing a clean installation?

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A clean install is when you delete everything (literally) and install your OS.

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Can I use Rufus as an alternative?

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Yes you can, but it would better if you used the original Microsoft program rather than a third party one since it's easier to use.

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If I change the boot order for installation, do I change it back when it completes?

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It's a good idea. Some versions of BIOS will skip boot devices which are not present, while others will attempt to boot from an external device and will generate an error message.

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Where do I find the product key for my Windows 7 Ultimate?

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Your product key is located on the case of your Windows 7 disc, if you purchased the disc.

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How do I get a key code for Windows 7?

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You'll have to purchase one, either through Microsoft or a vendor online.

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How do I install Windows 7 over a Windows 10 computer that's new?

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Just boot from the Windows 7 installation DVD or USB. It will reformat the Windows 10 drive and install Windows 7. Note that this will wipe out any files, so be sure to back up any personal files that may have been created on the new computer. Also note that some of the hardware--sound, video card, WiFi adapter--may not have Windows 7 drivers available, and since Windows 7 support has been abandoned by Microsoft, Win 7 drivers for hardware will be increasingly difficult to obtain from manufacturers' websites.

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How can I get the Windows 7 product key if using a USB Drive?

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You'll have to purchase a Windows 7 product key.

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How do I change back to Windows 10 after installing Windows 7?

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Back up any files you want preserved, insert the Windows 10 installation disc or USB drive and follow the on-screen instructions.

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How do I install Windows 7 on a 64-bit system?

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Select the x64 (64-bit) Windows 7 install.

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What do I do if my computer does not produce sound?

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Things to try: Ensure that your speakers are working/plugged in. Make sure there are no headphones plugged in when they aren't being used. Make sure the volume is turned up (if the sound doesn't come back turn it down again so when the sound does come back it doesn't make you jump). Check that there is a sound driver installed. Check that the installed sound driver is selected as the default. Open volume mixer and make sure the sound of all the programs is turned up.

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What do I do if I'm trying to install Windows 7 via disc and it says I'm missing required files?

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If you bought it in a store or online, ask for a refund and buy from the official seller (Microsoft).

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