HD crash, no recovery disc, have product code. Do I have to have disc

[docmac7672]

New HD on the way but DVD drive on functioning computer not working. Will I have to download Win7 to disc or flash drive to install on new HD? I do have the product code.

 

[DocBrown]

Hello docmac7672

Check out the Tutorial below for making USB Install





http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/2432-usb-windows-7-installation-key-drive-create.html


Iso :ar: http://www.mydigitallife.info/official-windows-7-sp1-iso-from-digital-river/

 

[docmac7672]

Thanks for your quick reply DocBrown. The dead HD is from an HP notebook (3 weeks post-warranty expiration) My functioning PC has a non-functioning DVD/CD drive. Can I just have a friend download win7 onto a DVD and install on new HD from there?

 

[ignatzatsonic]

All you need is the product key--the 25 character sequence from the sticker on the PC.

You can use a borrowed Windows 7 DVD if it is the same version as the product key version.

Or your friend could download an iso matching your product key.

 

[DocBrown]

Yes, have your friend download the proper version .iso for your Key Code. Burn to a DVD disc with ImgBurn (Freeware) at 4x speed with verify ON.

 

[docmac7672]

Thank you both for your rapid replies! Now to await the new HD.

 

[gregrocker]

Everything you need is here to get a perfect Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7.