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Can't install Win 7 on Win 8 Dell for dual boot
Hi all-
I brand new here but have been "lurking" in this wonderful forum for a while.
I am trying to install Win 7 on my new Dell inspiron 17 5917 in order to have the dual boot option with Win 8.
I've tried to follow the excellent help threads here and feel as though I'm very close.
1) disabled secure boot in BIOS
2) created bootable USB with Win 7
3) formatted a partition on the HDD(?) to install Win 7
When I boot to USB, it says it's loading and then freezes at "Starting Windows" screen.
I'll try to post screen shots of "disk management" screen and Win 7 boot USB.
I know this has been discussed extensively here, but I'm hoping someone can take a look and help.
Thanks in advance.