Help Please: Install Windows 7 Eliminate Windows XP Pro


  1. Posts : 35
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #1

    Help Please: Install Windows 7 Eliminate Windows XP Pro


    Hi,
    I purchased Windows 7 Ultimate (Not an upgrade) to replace/eliminate my current Windows XP Pro. I believe what I need to do is called a custom (clean) install. Could you point me in the right direction of a good tutorial on this? I am currently backing up all my files on an external hard drive as well as disc. Your help would be most appreciated. Thanks, Ray
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  2. Posts : 17,796
    Windows 10, Home Clean Install
       #2

    Here is the requested selection from our excellent library, edited by our Adminstrator, Brink.

    Clean Install Windows 7

    A few extra hints and no additional cost:

    Do what I did go to YouTube. Its a great feeling when you are installing, to know exactly what is going to happen and when. Its like doing it a second time.

    Second hint. After you use the system, have all programs etc. and you are happy. Use the system image feature. Make a copy of your HD and put it in a safe place. Update it once a month. If you ever have a problem, that you cannot remedy, you always will have your back up.

    Good Luck, Ray.
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  3. Posts : 28,845
    Win 8 Release candidate 8400
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    RayPaula said:
    Hi,
    I purchased Windows 7 Ultimate (Not an upgrade) to replace/eliminate my current Windows XP Pro. I believe what I need to do is called a custom (clean) install. Could you point me in the right direction of a good tutorial on this? I am currently backing up all my files on an external hard drive as well as disc. Your help would be most appreciated. Thanks, Ray

    Hi and welcome

    We have a world class tutorial writer here at sevenforums. All you need do is go to the tutorial section. In the mean time here is one of them. Clean Install Windows 7

    Ken J+
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    Windows 10, Home Clean Install
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    Ken, I just found out, I type faster than you. Take care, Ken.
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  5. Posts : 35
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
    Thread Starter
       #5

    Awesome!!
    A BIG Thanks to all of you!! Your help is very much appreciated!! Thanks again, Ray
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  6. Posts : 17,796
    Windows 10, Home Clean Install
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    Just that big smile made the effort worthwhile.
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  7. Posts : 28,845
    Win 8 Release candidate 8400
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    richc46 said:
    Ken, I just found out, I type faster than you. Take care, Ken.


    Rich

    And a better post as well. After you do 8000 posts your wingers are worn. Tag and im it
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