Windows 7

Installation

Materials you'll need to begin

• The Windows 7 installation disc or the Windows 7 installation file if purchased online
• The 25-character Windows product key (found on the disc holder or confirmation email if purchased online)

An external DVD drive will be needed for disc installation to a Netbook or PC without a DVD drive.

You should now be ready to install the Windows 7 operating system. Due to the variety of installation circumstances, we will direct you to the Microsoft tutorials for detailed instructions.

• For a simple upgrade, visit Microsoft's Upgrade from Windows Vista tutorial for installation instructions.
• For a custom (clean) installation, visit Microsoft's Upgrade from Windows XP tutorial for installation instructions.

Once again, you may want to use a computer service professional to perform a custom (clean) installation.