HD crash, no recovery disc, have product code. Do I have to have disc


  1. docmac7672
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    HD crash, no recovery disc, have product code. Do I have to have disc


    New HD on the way but DVD drive on functioning computer not working. Will I have to download Win7 to disc or flash drive to install on new HD? I do have the product code.
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  3. DocBrown
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    Hello :) docmac7672

    Check out the Tutorial below for making USB Install





    USB Windows 7 Installation Key Drive - Create


    Iso http://www.mydigitallife.info/offici...digital-river/
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  4. docmac7672
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    Thanks for your quick reply DocBrown. The dead HD is from an HP notebook (3 weeks post-warranty expiration) My functioning PC has a non-functioning DVD/CD drive. Can I just have a friend download win7 onto a DVD and install on new HD from there?
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  6. ignatzatsonic
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    All you need is the product key--the 25 character sequence from the sticker on the PC.

    You can use a borrowed Windows 7 DVD if it is the same version as the product key version.

    Or your friend could download an iso matching your product key.
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  7. DocBrown
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    Yes, have your friend download the proper version .iso for your Key Code. Burn to a DVD disc with ImgBurn (Freeware) at 4x speed with verify ON.
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  8. docmac7672
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    Thank you both for your rapid replies! Now to await the new HD.
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  10. gregrocker
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    Everything you need is here to get a perfect Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7.
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