How to Set Up Windows 7

Once you've made a USB bootable drive, take these steps for a fresh install:

1. Power on your computer normally, insert the Windows 7 DVD or USB, then restart your machine.
2. Your system will boot from the Windows 7 USB drive. Press any key when you see Press any key to boot from CD or DVD.

Note: If Windows starts instead, change the boot order in your BIOS settings to boot from the DVD.
3. Restart your PC and when the manufacturer's logo appears, find the BOOT menu key, usually F2, F10, F11, F12 or Del, to access the menu.

4. Set the boot order to USB.
5. In the setup program, choose your language, time and currency format, and keyboard or input method, then click Next.

6. Click Install now to begin the installation process.

7. Accept the license terms and click Next.

8. On the following screen, select Custom (advanced).

9. In the next box, select the drive where you want to install Windows 7. Click Next.
Note: To choose the correct drive, check the Total size column and select the drive with the most space in GB.

10. Click Next and Windows will start installing on your machine.

11. After several restarts, you will personalize your PC. Start by entering a name for your PC, then click Next.

12. Create a password for your account. You can set a memorable password or leave it blank and click Next.

13. Enter the product key. Click Next.
Note: We advise entering the product key now to ensure the correct edition of Windows 7 is installed, as skipping it might install a different edition.

14. The integrated Windows protection modes will appear. Click Use recommended settings.

15. Adjust the time and date settings and click Next.

16. On the Network Settings page, pick the one that fits your needs or a standard network setup. Click Work network.

17. Wait a few minutes, and Windows 7 will be fully installed.