Windows 7 InstallationComputer Maintenance

You may need to install Windows 7 if:

You replaced your hard disk drive with a new hard disk drive that does not have Windows 7 installed.

You are reinstalling Windows 7 on a computer because you want to clean off your hard drive and remove any unwanted programs, such as viruses.

You purchased a computer without an operating system.

You are going to upgrade a computer which had an older operating system. (Windows XP, or Vista)

Pre-installation checklist

Run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor.You have the Windows 7 DVD. You have the product key available.Your computer hardware is set up.You have Windows 7 drivers available. If you are reinstalling Windows 7 on an

existing computer, you need a backup copy of your files and settings.

Installation process

Boot from the DVD

Choose Language and Keyboard

Accept the License Agreement

Install Type

Where to Install

Partitioning

Windows 7 Install Begins (time varies depending on system)

Computer Restarts

Almost Done!!!

User Name & PC Name as seen on Network

Set up Password (follow strong password guidelines)

Activation

Updates

Time Zone

Network Location

The Desktop

Congratulations! Windows 7 setup is complete.