Downloaded Windows 7 Clean Install

[ihmitch]

Hi, I downloaded windows 7 as an .exe file and want to change it to a .iso file to do a clean install. I had vista and upgraded, but been having some problems so i would like to do a clean install of windows 7. How do i changed a .exe file to a .iso file and create a boot able dvd?

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[gregrocker]

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/32055-bootable-iso-create-installation-files.html

 

[ihmitch]

Ok, thanks. But i went back and am downloading the .iso file. So just burn the .iso file as an imaged to a DVD?

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[SIW2]

Yes.

 

[ihmitch]

I tried the .exe file for 7 again thinking there would be a spot in there where i would be able to format hard drive, but i didnt see one. Is there one for the downloaded version?

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[Uber Philf]

You have to boot from the ISO and it will give you an option.

 

[ihmitch]

Okay

Thanks For the Help

 

[ihmitch]

I burn the .iso on to a dvd. How do i get the computer to boot from it?

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[Uber Philf]

You need to go into your BIOS and set the CD/DVD drive as first boot device.

 

[ihmitch]

I have been trying, but i must not be doing it right. how do i get to the bios?

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[Uber Philf]

When your PC boots, wait for a prompt at the bottom, it will tell you what button to press, usually ESC, F1, F10.

 

[ihmitch]

ok, thanks. Just did a clean install.
Also i know that anyone with a computer wants to keep the c drive clean to keep the pc running smooth. Is there a program that i can use to changed where my program files ect. are saved?

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[gregrocker]

It's best to keep your program files on the same drive with OS, IMO.

You can keep your data files on another drive, no problem. Use Disk Management to Shrink your OS partition some and Format a New logical partition, so it doesn't accidentally get marked Active and derail the OS boot.

 

[ihmitch]

ok, thanks for the help.