Windows 7 x64 cannot bootup after fresh install on Lenovo laptop HELP!


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    Windows 7 Enterprise 32 bits
       #1

    Windows 7 x64 cannot bootup after fresh install on Lenovo laptop HELP!


    Hello everyone,
    This is my first post on this forum, though I come here alot to look for solutions

    I had some problems with a Lenovo X220 that I was working on and decided to reformat the it.

    Background info :
    -Installed from the docking station's DVD-ROm - no integrated DVD rom
    -Installation of Windows 7 x64 completed successfully
    -Prompted to reboot, when rebooted, Windows 7 does not load, I eject the DVD so as to not get the "boot from dvd" option , but WIndows 7 still does not load - Black screen with no HD activity (ie HD light not blinking)
    -reinstalled more than 4 times, same problem.
    -repaired the MBR - no luck.

    My first time to work on a Lenovo machine , PLEASE HELP!!!!

    Many thanks in advance,
    efyuze
      My Computer

  2.    #2

    Unplug all other HD's and peripherals,

    wipe the HD using Diskpart Clean Command from DVD System Recovery Options Command Line,

    reset BIOS to defaults Clear CMOS - 3 Ways to Clear the CMOS - Reset BIOS

    While in BIOS setup set SATA controller to AHCI to try install.

    Then follow these steps to Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7
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  3. Posts : 3
    Windows 7 Enterprise 32 bits
    Thread Starter
       #3

    Hi Gregrocker,
    thanks for replying, i am currently downloading the "Lenovo ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery" software, if that doesn't work I will try your solution. I will keep you posted

    thanks again,
      My Computer


  4. Posts : 3
    Windows 7 Enterprise 32 bits
    Thread Starter
       #4

    Hi Gregrocker,
    You rock man!!!! thanks heaps for taking time to reply, I tried your solution and am now able to successfully install Win7 x64 !!!!!
    Many thanks again !!!!!
    efyuze
      My Computer


 

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