This detailed instruction on reinstalling Windows 7 is designed for any user level, even for dummies. To reinstall windows 7 quickly and without affecting important information, you need to prepare your data and hard drive for installing a new system. Let's go through the whole reinstallation of Windows 7 step by step. Let's start with the old operating system that is installed on your laptop or computer now.
Preparing to reinstall Windows 7
Any complete reinstallation of Windows 7 on a laptop, netbook, or computer should start by saving important information to another separate medium. For example, on a USB flash drive or external hard drive. Surely you have important information that you need to keep in order to avoid losing it.
Here you need to proceed from what OS is installed on the computer now. For example, if you want to reinstall XP on Windows 7, then perhaps you need to look for your information in other places than in Windows 7. In any case, double check all possible logical drives, all folders. The most common places where most users store information are:
1. Desktop.
2. Folder "My Documents"
3. Disk "C:"
Of course, we cannot tell you about all the important storage locations on your laptop or computer;). But the advice is to double-check everything, since our goal is to reinstall Windows 7 on a clean, formatted logical drive. Why is the advice to reinstall Windows 7 on blank media?
Firstly, during the operation of the old system, many users got several viruses, which is not necessarily the case, but it is possible. By the way, many people decide to completely reinstall windows 7, just because of viruses. This is the last measure, you can always try to unlock your computer using antivirus or try to remove the banner through the system restore point.
Secondly, installing Windows 7 on an unformatted logical drive will only add to the problems later on. After all, it will retain all the programs that still have to be reinstalled, as well as the folder with the old Windows.
Choosing a Windows 7 version
Before we start describing the installation of a new OS, a few words about your Windows 7 distribution. This OS, however, like the previous Vista and subsequent generations, has two branches: 32-bit and 64-bit. The 32-bit version of the system does not allow using more than four gigabytes of RAM. This is due to the peculiarity of the architecture. How to reinstall licensed Windows 7? There are several versions of the operating system:
Windows 7 Starter (Initial)... This version of Windows 7 can hardly be called a full-fledged OS. Almost all functions in it are blocked by Microsoft. Windows Starter was installed on some laptops. The maximum possible amount of RAM that this 32-bit version of Windows can use is 2 gigabytes.
Windows 7 Home Basic... It has a very limited set of functions. Also distributed as an OEM version with laptops. The maximum memory capacity is 8 gigabytes.
Windows 7 Home Premium... Suitable for most users, it allows you to use most of the necessary functions.
Windows 7 Professional... Almost complete set of functions.
Windows 7 Enterprise (Enterprise) and Windows 7 Ultimate (Ultimate)... Top versions, one of which is for business and the other for home use. Everything is described in more detail in the table.
It is not recommended to use non-original assemblies, of which there are plenty on the Internet. This is especially true for laptop owners. The fact is that such assemblies can contain errors, disabled Windows 7 services, and just surprises in the form of malware. Now the 7 is not that expensive, and you can buy Windows 7, becoming a license holder.
Reinstall Windows 7 from a USB flash drive
To reinstall Windows 7 from a USB flash drive, you need to have at hand one of the versions presented in the table above (the main thing is not Starter :)). DVD drives are not widely used today. Instead, they were replaced by flash drives. Reinstalling Windows 7 from a USB flash drive, without a disk, is more convenient. You can always take a USB flash drive with you without worrying whether your computer will have a DVD drive or not. In addition, not all laptops are equipped with drives.
To make a bootable USB flash drive with Windows 7, it is enough to burn the ISO image of your new system with a special program. The process of creating a USB flash drive with Win 7 is described in detail in the article "How to make a bootable USB flash drive with Windows 7". The Windows 7 reinstall program mentioned in the article should help. We hope there will be no difficulties.
After you write the image to a USB flash drive, save important data, you can proceed to reinstall Windows 7. Reinstalling Windows 7 via BIOS is not as difficult a procedure as it might seem at first glance. To do this, you need to reboot and enter the BIOS, then set the boot from the USB flash drive. Next, we exit the BIOS, saving the parameters. The computer will select the drive itself and start installing Windows 7.
How to reinstall Windows 7
Let's proceed to the step-by-step reinstallation and learn how to reinstall the Windows 7. After downloading the installer, we get into the step-by-step installation system. At the first step, select the language, time format and keyboard settings, here you can leave everything by default and click the "Next" button.
In the next step, we start installing Windows 7 by clicking the appropriate button.
We select the version of Windows 7 for which you have a license key.
We accept the license agreement by ticking the box and moving on to the next step.
At this stage, you need to select the "Full installation" item, because, as we said earlier, it is better to install Windows 7 from scratch.
Next, we get to the important stage of installing Windows 7. Here you need to select the partition on which the new operating system will be installed. Remember when you were asked to keep all important information? Now is the time to format the logical drive with the old Windows. To do this, let's move on to the next stage of the installation.
Select the desired partition of the hard disk and click on "Format". This is the reinstallation of Windows 7 with the formatting of the logical drive.
If you have saved all the important data, feel free to agree. If not, then there is still an opportunity to do this by restarting the computer and specifying the hard drive in the BIOS.
Our disk for a nearly reinstalled Windows 7 has been created. Those who need to increase or decrease its volume can use the "Expand" button.
After a short installation, the installer will ask you to specify your name or nickname, as well as to name your laptop or computer.
At the next stage of reinstallation, you need to enter a password. This can be omitted if only you use a laptop or computer and a stranger cannot access it.
The long-awaited input of the serial number of the licensed copy of Windows 7. Do you have it? ;)
In the next step of the reinstallation, you will be prompted to install Windows built-in protection. This, of course, is not a full-fledged antivirus, but it will save you from some types of attacks. True, a firewall can be a problem when connecting a laptop or computer to the network. Therefore, the ideal option would be to install a third-party antivirus and disable Windows 7 protection after that.
The final stage of reinstalling Windows 7. If your computer or laptop is at home, then choose a home network. For most users, this is exactly the way to configure the network in Windows 7.
After choosing the network type, Windows 7 will finally boot.
This is the instruction on how to properly reinstall Windows 7 on a laptop or computer.
With prolonged use of the computer, any user sooner or later is puzzled by the fact that the system is cluttered, residual files do not want to be deleted voluntarily, and the laptop boots up at the speed of a wounded snail. Also, some viruses, although they are treatable at first glance, still leave their tiny trail. In the future, it grows exponentially and affects the entire system completely. Therefore, the user begins to ask the pressing question: "How to reinstall the Windows 7 system?"
Of course, to solve these problems, you can use the services of plug-ins or start using a new antivirus, but such a solution will be temporary, and in a few weeks the situation will not only repeat itself, but also worsen. In addition, sometimes the computer simply leaves no choice, threateningly greeting the "blue screen of death" with farewell instructions.
Reinstalling the operating system in a specialized salon costs a lot, so today we will save a couple of thousand and learn how to reinstall the OS on our own. But before reinstalling Windows 7, there are a few things you need to do.
Preparing and saving data
How do I reinstall Windows 7 correctly? In order to protect yourself from the loss of important files after reinstalling the system, it is worth spending a little time and saving to a USB flash drive or disk those documents that you may need in the future.
For example, not everyone wants to lose the achieved result in their favorite game. You just need to find and save one small file, which is located in the AppData folder of the user. If a folder with this name is not displayed, you need to go to "Computer" - "Local disk" - "Users" - "your name" and click on "Organize" there, then select the folder and search options in the drop-down menu.
And put the marker on "Show hidden folders and files."
How to save favorites and links from the browser
- For the Mozilla Firefox browser, you need to go to "Local Drive" - "Users" - "Username" - "Favorites" and save the entire folder.
- To save Google Chrome data, go to "Local Disk" - "Users" - "Username" - "AppData" - "Local" - "Google" - "Chrome" and save the User Data folder.
- For Internet Explorer it is enough to save the "Favorites" folder located in "Local drive" - "Users" - "Username".
- When working with Opera, we follow the known path to the AppData folder and then Opera, you only need to save the bookmarks.adr file.
Save torrent files
To save torrent files, go to AppData, find the uTorrent folder there and copy it completely. After reinstalling the system, the saved folder must be placed in the same location. This also applies to saved games and bookmarks in browsers.
When all the necessary data, photos and other necessities have been successfully saved, we begin to reinstall the OS to drum roll.
How to properly reinstall Windows 7
If there is a disc with the operating system available, then we insert it into the drive, after which the automatic reinstallation of the OS should begin, although in 60% of cases this does not happen. What to do in such a situation in order to understand how to reinstall Windows 7? "BIOS" is a mystical word, hearing which, many begin to get nervous. In fact, there is nothing wrong with the BIOS if you do not touch anything superfluous (and in this case, all parameters can be restored). In order to get to your destination, you need:
- restart the computer;
- Press the del key 2-3 times before the Windows splash screen appears. If the transition to the BIOS did not happen, just repeat the procedure again.
So, if everything is done correctly, the following image should appear before your eyes:
Next, find the First Boot Device and set the value to the CD-ROM. This means that when the computer starts up, it will automatically load data from the disk first. After installing the software, it is very important not to forget to return everything as it was, or the computer will always install the system (if you also forgot to remove the disk).
Press f10 to save changes. If all the conditions have been met, then the reinstallation of the system will begin.
The next window prompts us to select a language, date and set the time. We expose simple parameters, and boldly press "next", "install" and accept the license agreement.
type of instalation
- Upgrade is only suitable if the system is being reinstalled for minor reasons. If the decision was made in connection with the "screen of death" or if malicious programs are clearly stuck on the computer, we definitely choose the full installation.
- Full installation (custom) - reinstalls the OS literally from scratch, mercilessly destroying everything that can harm it.
Disk configuration
Here you have to choose which disk will appear as local, that is, the one on which the software will be installed.
Logically speaking, the volume of the system disk should be within 35 GB, but not less. It should be borne in mind that many of us like to save files on the principle of "throw it to the desktop for now, so as not to forget." All documents, pictures, etc. that are located on the desktop are stored on the system drive, as well as files from the Downloads folder. Thus, when calculating the size of the local disk, you should be more generous.
We press "Next" and go to have a snack, we have at least 45 minutes. During installation, the computer will reboot several times, which will kindly warn you. It is not worth hindering him in this, unless unforeseen situations occur in the process, in 45-50 minutes the new Windows 7 will be successfully installed.
The next step is username and computer name. If at some point you need to change these settings, then this is done simply: "Start" - right-click on "Computer" - "Properties". Find "Computer name, domain name and workgroup settings" and there click "Change settings".
It is not necessary to set a password, so you can skip this item by clicking "Next".
You will also need to enter your product key. You can find it on the bottom of the laptop or on a special sticker on the system unit (if you purchased the equipment along with a licensed disk).
If the software was installed from another disk, then the key must be indicated on the box. Well, if the system was installed illegally, you can skip this point and forget about this issue for about a month. After 30 days, the beautiful picture on the desktop will change to a black screen, and some functions and devices may be disabled. If this does not bother you, then you can safely work with the system further or be puzzled by the search for a suitable key in the Internet.
When choosing the type of update installation, it is best to use the recommended settings. If the system does not automatically update, then sooner or later minor problems may arise in the work with the most frequently used programs. The update fixes minor bugs and optimizes the OS.
How to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk or from a USB flash drive
Sometimes it happens that there is no disk with "Windows", or the CD-ROM has gone blind and categorically refuses to cooperate. Do not despair, there are no hopeless situations. There are several ways to install the system using other media. For example, you can reinstall Windows 7 from a USB stick.
Reinstalling the system using a USB flash drive
First, download the OS image to your computer. After that, install the Ultra Iso program or you can use Daemon Tools, the algorithm is approximately the same.
Next, we take a USB flash drive or memory card, but you should immediately notice that the BIOS will not see any of the drives installed through the USB-3 connector, so be careful and use USB-2. Externally, the connectors do not differ, in some devices USB-3 is marked in blue. If there is no identification mark, then everything is simple. We find in any search engine information about the characteristics of a laptop or computer, and further - information on which side the connectors we need are installed on.
In order to prepare a USB flash drive for further work, it must be formatted, even if there is nothing on it. Then we perform the following actions:
- In UltraIso, open the Windows 7 image that we have already downloaded ("File" - "Open" - select the program image).
- Find "Self-upload" in the top menu and select "Burn hard disk image".
- In the window that opens, indicate the formatted USB flash drive.
- We confirm the check, and set the recording method to USB-HDD +.
- We press "Write".
- We agree with the fact that all files will be erased from the flash drive (although we formatted it, we still put "Yes").
- Voila! If we see "Recording completed", then the job is done, and you can start reinstalling.
- We go to the BIOS in the known way described above, and in the First Boot Device select the recorded USB flash drive.
Reinstall Windows 7 using a DVD image
Another method will tell you how to reinstall Windows 7 via CD-ROM without a licensed disc.
Why DVD? Everything is elementary, a regular CD will not work for the only simple reason - there is not enough volume, and the OS image "weighs" about 3 GB.
If you decide to use a DVD for these purposes, which already has something on it, then, as in the situation with a flash drive, you need to resort to formatting.
Now open the already known UltraIso program, go to "File" - "Open" and find the downloaded Windows image.
Then go to the "Tools" menu and click "Burn CD Image", in the window that appears, set a check mark to "Check", dutifully agree with the fact that everything on the disk will be destroyed and click "Burn".
That's all, after the message "Burning completed" appears, our disk is ready. We think everyone has already guessed what to do next. That's right: go to BIOS and select the burned disk as First Boot Device.
How to go back from Windows 7 to XP
Sometimes users find it difficult to master a new system, so some find it easier to reinstall Windows 7 on XP. The installation procedure is not much different from the one described earlier, with the exception of a few points:
- After proceeding to the installation, the system prompts you to choose which partition (that is, on which disk) the OS will be installed. In order to root out the previously installed Windows 7, you need to select the appropriate section. After that, there will be 4 formatting options to choose from, the only correct one of which is "Format partition in NTFS". After that, the computer usually restarts and starts the system installation.
- If there is a strong desire to install two OSes at once on one computer or laptop, then, on the contrary, we select the partition that is not occupied by system files. This is usually drive D.
Reinstall Windows 8 on 7
Despite the fact that the majority of users positively evaluated the seventh version of the software from Microsoft, the G8 has received rather contradictory responses. Since the latest version is fundamentally different from all previous ones, sometimes there is a desire to replace the OS.
In order to reinstall Windows 8 on 7, you need to go into the BIOS and set the primary priority on the CD-ROM (how to do this was described earlier).
After that, we save the changes and proceed to boot from disk or from another media. The installation type when changing from Windows 8 to 7 can only be "New installation", because the OS is different, there is no need to talk about any updates.
It is also necessary to delete all sections, including hidden ones. After that, no longer thinking about how to reinstall your Windows 7 computer, we do the rest:
- specify the time, date and keyboard layout;
- agree to the terms, indicate the username and computer name;
- enter the key, etc.
After installation (drivers)
As a rule, reinstalling Windows 7 on a laptop or computer is quite easy, but after the OS replacement process, many users have a number of questions. For instance:
- "Why did the image quality deteriorate after installing a new system?"
- "Why can't the computer or laptop see the USB flash drive?"
- Why has the sound deteriorated? etc.
All this happens most often when the reinstallation was carried out by downloading the OS or buying a disc from hand (you don't have to think about how to reinstall a Windows 7 computer, but some "jambs" still pop up). In order to solve a number of such problems, it is enough to download the drivers from the manufacturer's official website. Or pay attention to the drivers before reinstalling the system.
Let's take an example. Let's say, before reinstalling Asus Windows 7, the user was not puzzled by the question of saving data from his laptop, or he simply did not have the opportunity to do it. How to be?
Everything is simple, just type in the search engine the model (the manufacturer's firm is enough) of the device and add the coveted phrase "Download drivers from the official site". Then go to the manufacturer's website link and indicate the complete laptop model in the appropriate form. Next, you have to download all the presented drivers one by one and install them on the laptop one by one. There is no tricky part of the installation, since the drivers install themselves where they should.
If, for one reason or another, the drivers have gone wild and installed in the wrong place, you can go to the device manager and force them to update.
In order to get into the remote control, you can simply type "Device Manager" in the search bar that pops up when you click "Start". Then right-click on the driver marked with an exclamation mark. And we select "Update drivers", in a new window it remains only to indicate that the required files need to be searched for on the computer itself and indicate the place where they were installed.
If all drivers are installed properly in Device Manager, the image will improve and the screen resolution will increase to the required level.
Finally
The computer can "fly" at any time, so you should think about organizing a backup storage of high-value files before reinstalling Windows 7. This way you can save a lot of time after installing the system, because it is quite possible that even the most basic programs ( Word, etc.) will have to be searched and installed again.
Reinstalling Windows 7 on a laptop or computer is not difficult; even a novice user can cope with this task. The main thing is to approach the issue responsibly and spend an hour to save all the useful information from the computer even before reinstalling the OS.
Many laptops are available for sale with a pre-installed version of Windows 8, which, as practice has shown, does not suit a large number of users. In addition, Windows OS of any version sooner or later "clogs up" and also requires reinstallation. Also, reinstallation is often caused by various problems with computers, for example, if it does not turn on or if it is locked. Despite the rather large number of steps when reinstalling Windows, even the most inexperienced user can install the OS using this instruction.
Preparing to reinstall
The first thing to do is to select a disk partition for installing Windows. As a rule, a hard disk partition with a volume of at least 50 GB is allocated.
If your computer already has an operating system, you should save all the necessary documents in order to reinstall the OS without losing data.
To install the OS, you need an 8 GB DVD disc or flash drive, on which the boot installation will be created.
OS version selection
The most common and stable version of the OS from Microsoft is Windows 7, in some cases it is reinstalled on Windows XP. The most decisive factor in choosing Windows is the availability of the correct drivers. To check for which OS version your laptop has drivers, you need to go to the developer's official website and look in the support section.
Most modern laptops have drivers only for Windows 8 \ 8.1, some of them are also suitable for Widnows 7, unfortunately, the correct operation of all devices cannot be guaranteed. For correct operation, it is recommended to install exactly the system for which the manufacturer provided the drivers.
If your laptop has more than 4 GB of RAM, you should select the system bit - 32 (x86) or 64 (x64). To use more than 4GB of RAM, it is recommended to choose Windowsx64.
After choosing a Windows version, you need to download it. It is advisable to download the image as close as possible to the licensed version without adding additional software. This version of Windows will be more stable and will not cause additional problems during the installation of the operating system. The most common option is the Windows 7 Ultimate license.
Video: How to Install Windows 7
Creating a bootable disk or flash drive
You need to download the image in ISO format, most of the options are provided in this extension due to the convenience of working when creating a bootable USB flash drive or disk.
To create, you need the Windows 7 USB / DVD Download Tool, which can also be downloaded from the Microsoft website.
Install the program and proceed to the main steps:
- run the program;
- Click Browse and browse to the location of the Windows installation ISO image. Presses "Next";
- in the next menu it is necessary to select the type of media on which the Windows installation will be recorded - USB or DVD disc. If the floppy drive does not work or it is missing, then there is only one option - a USB drive;
- then you should select the disk on which the recording will be carried out. After selection, you must click "Begin Copying";
- for a flash device, the program will ask for confirmation of formatting, for which you need to click “Erase;
- The program will display a corresponding message about successful recording.
How to reinstall Windows 7 on a laptop completely
After creating a disc or flash drive, you can reboot your computer. Do not forget that all data on the disk where you will be installing Windows will be deleted. You should also take care of the Internet connection settings, you can contact the provider or write down the data yourself.
To start the installation, you need to restart your computer and install the boot from your device with the Windows setup files.
BIOS setup for installation
When reinstalling an operating system from a USB flash drive, you must set the boot priority from a specific device, in this case, a USB flash drive or DVD drive. This operation is performed for installation on a computer both without an operating system, and with it. Fortunately, most modern laptops have a quick boot device feature. To call this menu when the laptop is booted, a specific key is used.
Using this table, you can select a button for your device:
By clicking the button, the computer will provide a window for selecting the device from which it will boot in the first place. In our case, we choose a DVD drive or a USB drive.
There is a more complex option for installing via BIOS on an empty laptop or with an OS installed. To do this, when starting the devices, go to the BIOS (the button is indicated in the provided table). BIOS from different manufacturers has some differences, so the location of the settings may differ from those shown.
In BIOS, go to the "Boot" or "Advanced BIOS Features" section and set your device for the First Boot Device parameter - a USB drive or DVD drive. To save the settings, press F10 and select "Save and Exit". Thus, the installation is performed from Dos via a USB flash drive or via BIOS from a disk.
Reinstallation process
After completing all the settings in the BIOS, you can proceed to installing the OS. If all actions are performed correctly after boot, the system will display the inscription "Press any key to boot from ...". To continue, press any key and wait for the download.
In this case, we will consider the installation of Windows 7, other versions have minor differences, but the principle of operation remains the same:
- in the first menu of Windows installation, you must select a language, and then click "Next";
- in the next section, click the "Install" button;
- if the downloaded image includes several OS configurations, for example, "home basic" or "maximum", then the installer will offer to choose one of the options;
- in the next menu, you must confirm the agreement with all the points.
Selecting an installation type
- the program has the ability to update Windows, in which all files will be saved to a separate folder. Despite this convenience, it is recommended that you select Full Install mode. This option provides the installation of the most stable and "clean" operating system;
Formatting a partition
- after choosing an installation, the program will offer to select a disk partition to which Windows will be installed. In this menu, you can format or distribute space between your hard disk partitions by opening a set of additional options "Disk settings".
Unfortunately, during these operations, all information from the disk will be deleted. This function allows you to create disks of the required size, for example, if your laptop was purchased without an axis, its hard disk is not "broken". Do not forget to format all empty disks after performing hard disk partition operations. After completing all the actions, select the disk and click "Next".
- after copying, the system will prompt you to enter the username, computer name, and password;
- select “Recommended settings” as the security system settings to ensure computer protection;
- after selecting, set the time, date and select "Home network" in the Internet connection menu.
Attention! When you restart your computer, you should remove the disk or flash drive to avoid reinstalling Windows.
At this point, the Windows installation is complete. Now you can install drivers, as well as various software and utilities. If you changed the computer startup settings in the BIOS, we recommend that you set the startup first from the hard drive.
The nuances of reinstalling if there is another OS
How to install Windows 7 on a laptop after Windows 8? Reinstalling an OS from Windows 8 does not make any difference if there is another OS from Microsoft on the hard drive. The only recommendation is to install the new operating system on the same partition as the current operating system.
Video: Why Windows won't install
How to reinstall Windows 7 with problems? If your Windows does not start, you will need to use another computer to create a disc or flash device. Since the installation is performed without starting Windows, problems with the previous OS will not interfere with the installation.
This article describes in detail the process of how to reinstall Windows 7 on a laptop without a disk with formatting your hard disk partition. Thanks to the detailed description, even users with little experience will understand the principles of installing Windows 7 instead of 8. Reinstalling a new operating system allows you not only to get the desired OS version, but also get rid of a large amount of software being reinstalled by the laptop manufacturer.
Greetings to our dear readers. Today, our computer portal has prepared another useful article for you.
This time, it will be about reinstalling Windows XP. You know, how to properly reinstall Windows XP? Surely you have questions. In this publication, we will try to completely free of charge and step by step tell you about all the subtle points, starting with saving important data and ending with formatting a logical drive. So let's get started.
How to Reinstall Properly - Preparing to Reinstall Windows XP
How to properly reinstall Windows XP on a computer, laptop or netbook? First of all, let's figure out why you need to reinstall Windows XP. These can be viruses, slow operation of the operating system or its general clutter. If you do not have these factors, then perhaps you need a rearrangement of XP.
But if you nevertheless decided to reinstall Windows XP, then we will start by preparing for this procedure. First, you need to decide what we want to get in the end. By the way, we already have a good review article. Again, if the computer was attacked by viruses and you could not cope with them, then in this case it makes sense to reinstall Windows XP. Where do you need to start in order to reinstall windows xp correctly and without losing important data? That's right, with saving this important data to another logical drive or medium. To do this, go through all the folders in the system in which you have valuable information. This also applies to the desktop and the My Documents folder. We advise you to double-check everything, because if you decide to format the hard drive during the installation of a new Windows XP, then all data will be lost. This usually applies to the C drive.
Have you saved it? Go ahead. To reinstall Windows XP, we need an installation disc with a copy of the Windows XP distribution or an installed image of this operating system on a USB flash drive. Actually, where to install the operating system from is up to you - do it as conveniently as possible.
After reinstalling, you will also need the computer device drivers. Therefore, we advise you to take care of this in advance and select the necessary drivers. You can usually find them on the disk that comes with the motherboard or on the Internet, on the official websites of the manufacturers of your computer or laptop components.
Finally, we recommend that you reinstall Windows XP SP3, as this is the latest edition from Microsoft, containing as many security patches as possible. If you have Windows XP SP2, or even worse SP1, then it is better to immediately reinstall it to SP3.
So, let's go directly to reinstalling Windows XP. As we wrote earlier, there are two options from which you can reinstall the system:
- Reinstalling Windows XP from a USB flash drive
- Reinstall Windows XP from disc
The first option provides for the ability to reinstall windows xp without a disk, but from a USB flash drive on which the system image is recorded. Especially if you have a netbook or laptop without a DVD drive. Fortunately, it is always possible to download a program that writes an image to a USB flash drive. The second is less time consuming if you already have a copy of the operating system on disk.
So, below is a step-by-step reinstallation of windows xp in pictures. We insert a flash drive or disk. We reboot the laptop or computer, and go into the BIOS. To do this, in order to get into the BIOS, as soon as the computer starts to reboot, periodically press the key Del or F1(it still happens F2, - everyone's computers are different, and accordingly the BIOS is different). We are looking for the menu item "First Boot Devices" and put the USB flash drive or DVD drive first in the boot.
We exit the BIOS by saving the parameters. This can be done by selecting the "Save and Exit" item in the appropriate tab or by clicking F10, and then Enter... If you have correctly selected the media from which you want to boot and saved the settings data in the BIOS, then after closing it, the computer will restart Windows XP installation, at the beginning of which you will need to accept the license agreement (key F8). The installer will then ask if you want to restore the operating system. Here you have to press the key Esc and continue reinstalling Windows XP. Next, a screen will appear:
As you can see, you need to press the key Enter to proceed with the installation. After that we get to the screen for working with hard disk partitions. Here you need to be very careful and delete the name of the partition where you want to reinstall Windows XP. This is done with the keys D and L... The main thing is not to delete another logical drive (for example, the one where you saved your data).
Having finished (in a good way) with the partitions, we proceed to the next stage of reinstallation. Splitting a logical partition. In general, you can make it easier and leave the amount of disk space that was. But if for some reason you want to change the size of the logical disk, then it is not difficult to do this. You can see everything in the picture:
After deciding on the size of the partition for Windows XP, proceed to the next reinstallation item - formatting. Everything is simple here. Select "Fast NTFS Format" and complete the installation of the operating system by restarting your computer.
After rebooting, the Windows XP installer will start.
Further installation of Windows XP
So, the installer has started. The first thing he will ask you to do is to configure the regional settings. There is nothing complicated here. Just determine the correct time zone in which you live.
After that, choose the default language. In this tab, you can also add any other language and assign keys for switching input languages.
After choosing the languages, the installer will ask you to enter the computer name, username and password, which you do not need to enter if this is your home computer. You will also need to enter your Windows XP license key, as well as the region and date.
After completing all these simple steps, you will practically complete the reinstallation. As you can see, reinstalling Windows XP is not that difficult. The computer will restart again and you will be taken to the desktop. So, welcome to the new Windows XP. What to do next? Configure, install drivers and necessary programs. We will definitely tell about this in our other article.
How without a disk? This topic is relevant today. Moreover, it concerns new OS developments that have appeared not so long ago. And now in more detail! Windows 7, or simply "seven", is one of the latest operating systems from Microsoft, and at the same time the most successful of them. At least that's what many experts think.
What is a bootable installation?
7 without a disk? The standard installation model for any operating system comes from hard media. And besides the disk, a drive can be used as it. The option with installing from a USB flash drive is quite reliable. As with the disk, the master is installed at a lower level in the computer software hierarchy. In other words, "from under the old system." In addition, this method of loading a new "operating system" allows you to format the hard disk on which the old system was located. This will protect the OS from old programs that can be malicious, as well as from "incompletely removed" parts of files that are invisible at first glance, but remain in the system and interfere with its normal operation. Such "scraps" of unnecessary documents complicate the performance of the system. Malfunctions may occur. Consideration should be given to how to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk and without a USB flash drive.
If there is no flash drive or disk
The standard installation method is not always possible. For example, if there is no disk, but there is an OS file on the computer or laptop itself. What to do in such a situation? How to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk and a flash drive on a computer? The system file can be presented as an image, archive or just an installer. To install a system from an image, you must run a special program. It is necessary for reading / writing just this kind of formats. For example, Daemon Tools. After running the image in the program, after mounting it, you should select the installation file. If the OS is available as an archive, then you do not need to unpack it. How to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk and a flash drive on a computer in such a situation? Click on the archive and select the installer file in It has the ".exe" permission. This file is located mainly towards the end of the list of contents of the archive. The launch of the installer will not differ in any way if the operating system simply lies in a folder.
What do you need to keep in mind?
If you are installing a working system for the first time, there are some rules to keep in mind. You need to know them if you need to answer the question of how to reinstall Windows 7. It will be done without a disk or with it - it does not play an important role.
First, the installation of a new OS may occur due to a virus infection of the computer. This is a useless process if it is not accompanied by formatting. The fact is that infected files do not disappear anywhere with this type of installation of the main working environment. They are saved on the previously installed system. Subsequently, they will simply switch to a new shell.
Secondly, the best, and most importantly, the safest way of installation will still be to use a hard drive. Reinstalling Windows 7 without a disk is not difficult in such a situation. It is enough to have a bootable USB flash drive. If it is not there, then it is created with the help of simple actions. Especially for this there is a program that writes images to media. For example, Ultra ISO. Accordingly, if the files are not in the format of a disk image, it should be created. Usually the same Daemon Tools are used for this.
How to reinstall Windows 7 without disk on laptop or computer? It should be remembered that when installing a new system, you should always use only checked files. The fact is that with modern progress, handicraft assemblies are found everywhere. When downloading Windows 7 from the Internet, no one can say with certainty that it is not "hardcoded" with malicious software.
First steps
How to reinstall Windows 7 without disk on laptop or computer? Let's see how to do it in the simplest way. We find the folder with the operating system, run the installation file. After that, the installation window will open. It will display the ability to configure the following parameters:
- selection of the system language (this is the language of the displayed names of folders, files, disks, and so on);
- keyboard layout (input language);
- time format (country, time zone).
For our country, of course, everywhere you should choose the option with the Russian language.
After clicking the "Next" button, a window with the "Install" button opens. By clicking on the setting, go to Accept it by checking the box next to the corresponding inscription.
The most popular types of systems
The installer can contain several variants of systems. The most commonly used:
- home - for an inexperienced user;
- standard - for those who confidently work with a computer;
- professional - for an experienced person; it offers ample opportunities, necessary modules and great access to files;
- maximum - provides full access to all the functionality of the operating system.
If you are wondering how to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk and a flash drive on a laptop or computer, then you should understand that this is an incomplete list of possible systems.
Do not forget about the bit depth
All programs of this type differ in their bitness, that is, 32-bit (X86) and 64-bit (X64). This parameter is indicated after the system name. For example, Windows 7 Ultimate X86.
The choice of the category of the installed system should be made, guided by the power of the computer resources. If your laptop or PC is relatively weak, it is recommended to install X86 (32-bit version) OS. It is best to install Windows 7 X64 if the size of the RAM exceeds 4GB. The point is that the 32-bit version is simply unable to "see" such a volume.
What to do when formatting is needed?
Let's go back to how to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk. The next OS installer window will offer a complete option for your computer and update. You must opt for a complete installation. Otherwise, only the pre-existing operating system will be updated.
After selecting the preliminary parameters, a window appears with the option to select a hard disk. With this method, you will not be able to format it. This is due to the fact that the installer was launched from a running system. If it is necessary to format the disk, which is desirable when installing the OS, then this point can be bypassed. It happens in the following way. Until the installation of the new "seven", take any other partition of the disk and clear it of files (move them if they are needed, and simply do not touch them if they are not needed). After that, format the section. Do not change the drive letter in this situation. When answering the question of how to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk and a flash drive on a laptop or computer, you should take into account that when you boot a new system, the drive letters will change automatically. A formatted partition should be selected for system installation.
If no cleaning is needed
If formatting is not necessary, you can simply select the drive to install the new system and continue. In such a situation, the old system will remain in the "Windows old" folder. It will be located on the "C" drive. It will also be possible to start and work from it. But it is not recommended to do this, as two identical operating systems on the same disk may "conflict". This, in turn, will lead to a malfunction. The old OS can be removed or moved to another medium. There is another very significant point here that should be kept in mind when answering the question of how to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk on a laptop from Asus, Lenovo, HP, etc.
If the partition on which the new OS is installed does not have enough space for the two operating systems, the installation process will fail. This is because the old shell is not removed and continues to occupy space. It is important to remember that frequent reinstallation of the "operating system" leads to the destruction of the disk. This can be avoided by using different types of defragmenters. For example, the Victoria program.
This problem is not so bad for computers. It couldn't be easier than buying a new hard drive and installing it. It's easy to do it yourself. However, if the hard drive breaks down on a laptop, then, in addition to the cost of the disk itself, you will have to pay for repair services. You should know about this if you are interested in the question of how to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk from a USB flash drive.
What do you need to enter after installation?
Having selected the disk (partition) for installation, click "Next", which will lead to the unpacking and subsequent installation of the new Windows 7. This process is fully automated. It will last for 25-30 minutes, depending on the power of the computer (laptop). After completing the installation, you need to enter the following parameters:
- Username (your own name or your preferred nickname).
- Computer name (any name in Latin or Russian letters).
If the input is incorrect, the system will tell you about it and ask you to correct the characters, indicating an error.
Password and key input
During installation, you will be prompted to assign a password and a hint in case you lose it. After that, a window appears in which you must enter the key to activate the operating system. If it is absent, just click "Next", after unchecking the box next to the inscription "Activation when connected to the Internet." Then it will be possible to activate the system in any convenient way. This is done as follows:
- You need to find the "My Computer" folder.
- It must be opened by clicking on the right mouse button.
- It is required to click on the "Properties" tab.
- Select "Change Product Key".
You need to protect your computer from external threats
Let's go back to the question of how to reinstall Windows 7 without a disk on a computer or laptop. The next step is the security settings. You can use the recommended service, or you can postpone the decision and configure later. Protecting your computer is one of the most important points in installing an operating system. The fact is that the security of the equipment will depend on how well you restrict access parameters from other people's devices. This menu is nothing more than a suggestion of a choice of a data protection suite, formed by specialists from Microsoft. It should be understood that they already provide and set the recommended parameters. Skipping this item, many people forget to manually configure them in the future, putting their files at risk.
So, having decided on security, click "Next" and set up the time and date (time zone and the like) in a new window.
Next, the installer displays the network settings window. It can be either home or public. This changes the settings in the browser properties. In terms of general understanding, the home network looks more conservative in terms of configuration. The public network, in contrast, provides greater access to the resources of a laptop or computer.
What can be changed after installation?
This was the last step, after which you will receive an almost empty desktop of the newly installed Windows 7 operating system. Basic settings (for example, adding the "My Computer" folder or user files to the desktop) can be done by left-clicking on the desktop space and selecting the "Personalization" tab.
There you can also set a different wallpaper, change the default theme (usually Windows 7 Aero), change the screen resolution, and much more.
Standard licensed Windows 7 comes without additional programs. However, among the many assemblies, you can find options that include many additional elements, software, and so on.
Conclusion
This article described how to reinstall Windows 7 without disk and flash drive. You will install it on a computer - it does not play a big role. The principle of the installation process for a new system is the same.
