Howdy-From S.C.How would I go about a clean instalation on my laptop.I didn't get a CD ISO.I know I can download this file from several sites(Which is the legit one?)What about the product key?I don't have that either.Everything was OEM.How do I save my files and apps,and how/when do I reinstll them?Thanks in advance.
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Every mfg makes it possible to return to factory specs, either by using and fkey or by DVD. If you did not get a DVD, read this.
If this link does not help, then check your manual. It will tell you about factory specs.
Laptop Recovery Instructions - Tech Support Forum
EDIT: I am visting SC in a few weeks. MT Pleasant, near Charleston.
Hi,again,richc46:).Ill check per your instructions.Thank-you..............I had a great uncle who was mayor of Mt. Pleasant back in the day.He's gone now,but my great aunt loves to go on about the good ol days.I love to listen.Their last name is Cappers.
Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh,System Recovery is the same as a clean install,then?I AM familiar with that-had to use it several times(experimenting)Yet it also installs bloatware.Take the good with the bad.......By the way,I have burned a couple system repair discs and disc images as well.Guess I can Recover and then RE-Image?
When you buy preinstalled you have to live with what they give you. That is why so many upgrade when a new OS is sold. If you buy just Windows DVD there is no bloatware..
I see...Thanks again.Tried to rep,need to spread it around.That;s a little unfair seeings how you helped me many times when no-one else responded.Much Love:)
Another option you have...
If you know someone that has a disc of the same version of Windows 7 that you are running (Home Premium x64) You could always use that disc to get a clean unbloated install, while still using the OEM key provided to you by your computer manufacturer.
Don't have a key.Preinstalled laptop.Thanks though.
Do you have a Microsoft sticker on the bottom of your laptop? That should be your key.
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