Help Reboot window 7 acer PC

[f8onvtec]

When newegg had a good deal or w/e site my friend got it on, I bought myself a acer computer it was the time when acer had an available upgrade for window 7, I say this computer that I'm using is somewhat built, we just upgraded a few things and i am using a radeon video card. Well, my problem is?..How do I reboot my computer with this window 7 acer; I cant figure a way to reboot this computer. Its still brand new, I'd say about a year or less old. I didn't really download much so I don't care what happens to my files that are inside this computer.

When I insert window 7 media(I think its the reboot disc) the other disc is Acer upgrade DVD(upgrade wizard). The window 7 media that I just inserted was finished, my friend told me to insert it and let it finished; but I don't see no Reboot options.

It also says, I have to unistall the ATI programs.

In need of help to reboot, and willing to guide me step by step or just tell me what I have to do.(I am confused)

 

[MacGyvr]

Okay, let's work on terminology first. You are looking to "recover" your system, not "reboot" it. Reboot is simply turning it off and back on.

The computer would have either come with a recovery disk(s), OR it would have had a way for you to make recovery disk(s) from inside Windows, OR it may have a recovery option that requires you to press a function key when you turn the computer on (before Windows starts). One of the last two options is the most likely. If all you have is an actual Microsoft Windows 7 disk, your task will be harder since you will be doing a clean install of Windows, and you may need to go to Acer's website to complete the installation by downloading drivers for your particular hardware.

 

[f8onvtec]

Yeah well, as in like: example: I got a virus and I want to be able to start off fresh where I recently got the computer and upgraded to window 7. I thought Reboot was like, Deleting drivers so when you turn it on after a reboot everything is gone, so you need to re download everything.

but yeah I do have window 7 acer

I'm not an intelligence computer person, but I can follow with a guidance.

 

[gregrocker]

We have two Acer desktops here that came with the Win7 Upgrade kit.

The DVD is the full Win7 installation DVD with nothing added. The other disk is a drivers and programs disk for you to choose from. You shouldn't need any drivers since the Win7 DVD is driver-complete, with newer arriving quickly via optional Windows Updates. Any drivers then missing in Device Manager can be found on the Acer Support Downloads webpage for your model.

So in the scenario you pose with a virus attack, you'd want to back up your data to quarantine on DVD, external or flash stick, where it can be thoroughly scanned by AV and Malwarebytes. http://www.malwarebytes.org/

Next wipe your HD before reinstall to overwrite any infected or corrupt code. This is because deleting or formatting doesn't erase anything since you can't actually erase data off of a Hard Drive, only overwrite it with all zeroes which is what wiping does. Boot the Win7 DVD, press Shift+F10 at first screen to open a Command line and type the Diskpart Commands given in this tutorial to wipe the HD: http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/91339-ssd-hdd-optimize-windows-reinstallation.html
How to boot from CD/DVD

Next boot the Win7 DVD, select Custom Install, then use Drive Options (Advanced) to create and format your install partition before installing Win7. The steps are all shown here: http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1649-clean-install-windows-7-a.html

Some other tips to get a perfect install:

Install updates and then programs slowly over time to gauge performance after each. Don't let any programs write themselves into your Startup list as they become freeloaders on RAM/CPU and can spy on you. I only allow AV and gadgets. Startup Programs - Change

Use a lightweight free Anti-Virus like MS Security Essentials which works perfectly with Windows 7 Firewall. http://www.microsoft.com/security_essentials/

When it is finished, clean and order the HD perfectly using state-of-the-art free CCleaner then Auslogics Disk and Registry defraggers monthly.
CCleaner - Free software downloads and software reviews - CNET Download.com
Auslogics Disk Defrag - Reviews and free Auslogics Disk Defrag downloads at Download.com
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Then save a Windows 7 Backup image externally so you never have to reinstall again, just reimage the HD or replacement using DVD.
Backup Complete Computer - Create an Image Backup
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/675-system-image-recovery.html

Read over these steps then post back as many questions as you need answered.

 

[f8onvtec]

Yes, sorry guys, wrong title I ment to say Reinstall window 7, and yes I got a virus

 

[f8onvtec]

diskpart> clean all

Virtual disk service error:
clean is not allowed on the disk containing the current boot, system, pagefile, crashdump or hibernation volume

 

[gregrocker]

You'll need to boot the Win7 DVD, at first screen press Shift + F10 to open a Command Line, type:
DISKPART
LIST DISK
SELECT DISK # (replace # with the disk # for your Win7 hard drive)
CLEAN ALL (takes about an hour per 320gb)
EXIT

If Shift + F10 does not open Command Box, then select Repair My Computer on second screen, select Recovery Tools list, then Command Line.

You cannot run Diskpart clean all from Win7 Command Line.

Will check back by 11 am EST, then 8 pm for longer.

 

[f8onvtec]

when i pop in the window 7 acer dvd( acer upgrade kit) the only thing i can click is skip step 3 and install drivers and applications

restore user data
install drivers and applications
Next lO arcade patch

restart now

 

[gregrocker]

You want the disk which says Windows 7 Installation DVD, not the Drivers and Apps CD. It should have the Product Key on its envelope.

Put it in the drawer, reboot, then press any key when prompted so that it boots to load files, at first screen press Shift + F10 to Open Command line. Or on second screen select Repair My Computer, then click through to Recovery Tools to open a Command Line.

If you are not prompted to "Press any key to boot DVD" then reboot, repeatedly tap F12 to get the Acer one-time Boot menu, choose DVD drive to boot the DVD.

 

[f8onvtec]

idk, both disc are weird, i got the upgrade kit, greg is there another way to contact you besides this forum

these are the disc I got from acer Window 7 upgrade media and acer upgrade DVD

 

[gregrocker]

Use the other disk, the one with the Product Key on it's envelope. Boot it using the steps I've given.

I have two Acer Upgrade kits so know them pretty well, unless you have something different.

I'm about to hit the sack so would like to get you going. If your disks have different labels, what do they say on them?

 

[f8onvtec]

the one with the product key is the acer media

 

[gregrocker]

Put Acer Media in DVD drive, restart the computer, press repeatedly the F12 key to get a Boot Menu, select DVD drive to boot the disk.

If F12 boot menu is not enabled, reboot, enter BIOS setup by tapping F2 key, set Boot Order so DVD drive is first to boot, before HD. Save settings, reboot, press any key to boot DVD when prompted.

Will check back 11 am EST.

 

[f8onvtec]

yeah, idk it keeps passing up. when i press f12 then theres 2 things to press which one to reboot then it passes up to install windows..umm is there another way i can contact you?

 

[gregrocker]

Then press F2 to enter BIOS setup, set DVD drive as first device to boot, before Hard Drive. Save Settings.

Restart, when prompted press any key to boot DVD.

Here is the tutorial: Boot from CD - How to Boot your Computer from a Bootable CD or DVD - Boot to CD

If your Acer is less than a year old, then you have tech support included. Call Acer tech support 800 number and they will walk you through clean reinstalling with the Upgrade Kit. The number may be on the Upgrade kit or its literature. If not it may be on the Serial Number plate on the computer, or Google it.

I've got to hit the sack now. Good luck, keep trying, post back what you need.

 

[f8onvtec]

I got it, thanks a lot..anyway i can help?=] i just deleted the drivers and everything just as you said. then here i am restarting all over

 

[gregrocker]

Follow the steps given and tutorials closely. Read them through several times.

Ask back any questions so someone here can help you if you are unsure or get stuck.