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Getting stuck on "setup is preparing your computer for first use"
Hi Everyone, I'm trying to put a brand new copy of Windows 7 on my custom built PC which was running fine on Vista and XP.
Completely fresh formatted hard drive.
It gets as far as the "setup is preparing your computer for first use" screen and then just sits there indefinitely.
I've tried repairing it after booting from Windows disc, it said no problem was found.
I've unplugged and disabled everything possible, including going down to 1 stick of RAM.
I've reset the mobo to default settings.
I've tried starting in low resolution from the F8 menu.
Nothing works, it just does the same thing every time.
Specs:
Core 2 Duo
DDR2-800 RAM
nVidia Chipset
GeForce 8800GT with 2 DVI outputs
SATA Hard drive and DVD Drive
Tried installing it on an old laptop to see if it was the disc and it installed perfectly on that first time.
Completely run out of ideas, help please!