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It could be video drivers that aren't compatible with 7. I'm thinking you ought to shut that thing down until you start your install before you fry something. I believe the first part of the tutorial will guide you through the Windows 7 compatibility checker. Then you will be sure to have all the right drivers.
When I did my installation, I ended up having to set the installer for my Lexmark printer to Vista SP2 compatibility mode before running the installation. The tutorial will hold your hand all the way through for things like that. And what ever gaps are in it, that's what these forums are for.
Learn to install, then learn to do backups and you will be on your way to knowing how to maintain a slick dependable computer. And you will never ever want anyone else to touch your machine.