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The Computer OS Installation

Learning Objectives:

After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
1.) Explain Computer OS
2.) Perform the Computer

Introduction:

Prepare to deploy Windows 7 with tools and resources to help you inventory
applications and hardware, assess compatibility, plan for migration from an
earlier version of Windows, and conduct a successful pilot deployment. Not
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HOW TO INSTALL WINDOWS 7

When you make the decision to upgrade your current OS to Windows 7,
there are a couple of ways to go about it. The most hassle free is a complete
clean installation. This method will save you lots of headaches down the
road. Follow this guide to help make your transition to Windows 7 as
smooth as possible.

Method 1 of 3: Changing your OS to Windows 7

Check your specs. In order to run Windows 7 you must have at least a 1
gigahertz (GHz) processor, 1 gigabyte (GB) of RAM
hard disk space (20 if installing 64
1.0. [1] Different programs will have different system requirements.
To check your system specs in Windows
Vista, open the Start menu and
Computer. From the menu, select
Properties. The screen that opens will
provide you with your computers
specifications.

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Information Sheet 1.2-1
Installation according to Job requirements
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
OS installation procedures.
the Computer installation according to job requirements.
Prepare to deploy Windows 7 with tools and resources to help you inventory
applications and hardware, assess compatibility, plan for migration from an
earlier version of Windows, and conduct a successful pilot deployment. Not
WINDOWS 7
When you make the decision to upgrade your current OS to Windows 7,
there are a couple of ways to go about it. The most hassle free is a complete
clean installation. This method will save you lots of headaches down the
road. Follow this guide to help make your transition to Windows 7 as
Method 1 of 3: Changing your OS to Windows 7
Check your specs. In order to run Windows 7 you must have at least a 1
gigahertz (GHz) processor, 1 gigabyte (GB) of RAM (2 if installing 64
hard disk space (20 if installing 64-bit), and a DirectX 9 graphics card with WDDM
1.0. [1] Different programs will have different system requirements.
To check your system specs in Windows
Vista, open the Start menu and right-click
Computer. From the menu, select
Properties. The screen that opens will
provide you with your computers
To check your system specs in Windows
XP, open the Start menu and right
My Computer. From the menu, select
Properties. This will open the System
Properties window. In the General tab,
your system specifications will be listed
under the Computer heading.
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according to Job requirements
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
according to job requirements.
Prepare to deploy Windows 7 with tools and resources to help you inventory
applications and hardware, assess compatibility, plan for migration from an
earlier version of Windows, and conduct a successful pilot deployment. Not
When you make the decision to upgrade your current OS to Windows 7,
there are a couple of ways to go about it. The most hassle free is a complete
clean installation. This method will save you lots of headaches down the
road. Follow this guide to help make your transition to Windows 7 as
Check your specs. In order to run Windows 7 you must have at least a 1
(2 if installing 64-bit), 16 GB of
bit), and a DirectX 9 graphics card with WDDM

To check your system specs in Windows
XP, open the Start menu and right-click
My Computer. From the menu, select
. This will open the System
Properties window. In the General tab,
your system specifications will be listed
under the Computer heading.

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Backup your data. If you are upgrading from another OS, you will lose
all of your files and programs. The programs c
need to be reinstalled. Any files
videosthat you want to save need to be copied to a backup location.

You can use DVDs, CDs, external hard drives, flash drives, or the cloud,
depending on how much data you have to backup

Set your BIOS to boot from CD. To do this, restart the computer and
enter the setup screen when the manufacturer logo appears. The key to do
this will be displayed, and varies by manufacturer. The most common keys
are F2, F10, F12, and Del.
Once in the BIOS menu, select the Boot
menu. Change the order of devices so
that your computer boots from CD before
booting from the hard drive. Save your
changes and exit. Your computer will
restart.

Method 2 of 3: Installing Windows 7

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Backup your data. If you are upgrading from another OS, you will lose
all of your files and programs. The programs cant be backed up; they will
need to be reinstalled. Any filesincluding documents, music, pictures, and
that you want to save need to be copied to a backup location.
You can use DVDs, CDs, external hard drives, flash drives, or the cloud,
g on how much data you have to backup
Set your BIOS to boot from CD. To do this, restart the computer and
enter the setup screen when the manufacturer logo appears. The key to do
this will be displayed, and varies by manufacturer. The most common keys
e F2, F10, F12, and Del.
Once in the BIOS menu, select the Boot
menu. Change the order of devices so
that your computer boots from CD before
booting from the hard drive. Save your
changes and exit. Your computer will
If you are installing from a f
then you will need to set the BIOS to
boot from removable storage.
Method 2 of 3: Installing Windows 7

Begin Setup. If the CD has been
inserted and the BIOS is set
correctly, you will see a message
telling you to Press any key to
boot from CD Press a key on the
keyboard and the setup process for
Windows 7 will launch.

Your system may automatically
launch the setup program without
asking you to press any key.

Watch the Windows files load.
After completion, the Windows 7
logo will appear. No files have been
altered on your computer yet. Your
data will be deleted in later steps.
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Backup your data. If you are upgrading from another OS, you will lose
ant be backed up; they will
including documents, music, pictures, and
that you want to save need to be copied to a backup location.
You can use DVDs, CDs, external hard drives, flash drives, or the cloud,
Set your BIOS to boot from CD. To do this, restart the computer and
enter the setup screen when the manufacturer logo appears. The key to do
this will be displayed, and varies by manufacturer. The most common keys
If you are installing from a flash drive,
then you will need to set the BIOS to
boot from removable storage.
Begin Setup. If the CD has been
inserted and the BIOS is set
correctly, you will see a message
telling you to Press any key to
m CD Press a key on the
keyboard and the setup process for
Windows 7 will launch.
Your system may automatically
launch the setup program without
asking you to press any key.
Watch the Windows files load.
After completion, the Windows 7
ar. No files have been
altered on your computer yet. Your
data will be deleted in later steps.

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Choose your preferences. You will
be prompted to confirm your
Language, Time & Currency
format, and Keyboard or input
method. Select the appropriate
options for you and click Next.

Click Install Now. Do not click
repair computer, even if you are
repairing a computer by
reinstalling Windows. Once
clicked, Setup will begin loading
the files it needs to continue

Read and accept the terms. In
order to advance
indicate that you have read and
agree to Microsofts terms of use.
Be sure to read through it so that
you know your rights and
limitations as a user.

Choose Custom install. This will
allow you to perform a clean
installation. Even if you are
upgrading a previous version of
Windows, it is highly
recommended that you perform a
clean install. Performing an
Upgrade will often lead to devices
and programs not operating
efficiently and effectively.

Delete the partition. A window will
open asking where you would like
to install Windows. In order to
perform a clean install, you need
to delete the old partition and start
with a clean slate. Click Drive
options (advanced). This will give
you the ability to delete and create
partitions.

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Choose your preferences. You will
be prompted to confirm your
Language, Time & Currency
format, and Keyboard or input
method. Select the appropriate
or you and click Next.
Click Install Now. Do not click
repair computer, even if you are
repairing a computer by
reinstalling Windows. Once
clicked, Setup will begin loading
the files it needs to continue
Read and accept the terms. In
order to advance, you must
indicate that you have read and
agree to Microsofts terms of use.
Be sure to read through it so that
you know your rights and
limitations as a user.
Choose Custom install. This will
allow you to perform a clean
installation. Even if you are
upgrading a previous version of
Windows, it is highly
recommended that you perform a
clean install. Performing an
Upgrade will often lead to devices
and programs not operating
efficiently and effectively.
Delete the partition. A window will
where you would like
to install Windows. In order to
perform a clean install, you need
to delete the old partition and start
with a clean slate. Click Drive
options (advanced). This will give
you the ability to delete and create

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Select the partition of your
existing operating system and click
the Delete button.
If you are installing an
operating system for the first time
on this hard drive, then there will
be no partitions to delete.

If your hard drive has multiple
partitions, be sure
correct one. Any data on a deleted
partition is lost for good.

Confirm the deletion process.




Select the Unallocated Space and
click Next. There is no need to
create a partition before you install
Windows 7, this is done
automatically.
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partition of your
existing operating system and click
If you are installing an
operating system for the first time
on this hard drive, then there will
be no partitions to delete.
If your hard drive has multiple
partitions, be sure to delete the
correct one. Any data on a deleted
partition is lost for good.
Confirm the deletion process.
Select the Unallocated Space and
click Next. There is no need to
create a partition before you install
Windows 7, this is done

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Wait while Windows installs files.
The percentage next to Expanding
Windows files will steadily
increase. This part of the process
can take up to 30 minutes.

Windows will automatically restart
your computer when finished.

Setup will launch again
message will tell you that Setup is
updating registry settings.

Setup will then configure your
computers services. This happens
every time you start Windows, but
will happen in the background
next time.

A window will open letting you
know that Windows is completing
the installation. Your computer
will restart again when this is
complete.
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Wait while Windows installs files.
The percentage next to Expanding
Windows files will steadily
increase. This part of the process
can take up to 30 minutes.
Windows will automatically restart
your computer when finished.
Setup will launch again, and a
message will tell you that Setup is
updating registry settings.
Setup will then configure your
computers services. This happens
every time you start Windows, but
will happen in the background
A window will open letting you
at Windows is completing
the installation. Your computer
will restart again when this is

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Enter your user name and computer name. Your use
log in to the computer and personalize your account. Your computer name
is the name that your computer will display on the network.
You can add more users later through the Windows 7 control panel.
Windows will ask you for a pass
recommended, especially if the computer will be accessible by users other
than yourself. If youd rather not have a password, leave the fields blank and
click Next.
Enter your product key. This is the 25
copy of Windows. Check the Automatically activate Windows when Im
online to have Windows automatically verify your key the next time it is
connected to the internet.
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Setup will now load drivers and
check video settings. This part
does not require any input from
you

Enter your user name and computer name. Your username will be used to
log in to the computer and personalize your account. Your computer name
is the name that your computer will display on the network.
You can add more users later through the Windows 7 control panel.
Windows will ask you for a password. This is optional but highly
recommended, especially if the computer will be accessible by users other
than yourself. If youd rather not have a password, leave the fields blank and

Enter your product key. This is the 25-character key that came with your
copy of Windows. Check the Automatically activate Windows when Im
online to have Windows automatically verify your key the next time it is
connected to the internet.
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Setup will now load drivers and
check video settings. This part
does not require any input from

rname will be used to
log in to the computer and personalize your account. Your computer name

You can add more users later through the Windows 7 control panel.
word. This is optional but highly
recommended, especially if the computer will be accessible by users other
than yourself. If youd rather not have a password, leave the fields blank and

y that came with your
copy of Windows. Check the Automatically activate Windows when Im
online to have Windows automatically verify your key the next time it is

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Select your Windows Update
option. To make sure that your
copy of Windows runs securely and
stably, it is highly recommended
that you choose one of the first two
options. The first option will install
all updates automatically, the
second option will prompt you
when important updates are
available.

Select your date and time. These
should be correct already as they
are linked to your BIOS, but you
can change them now if they are
not. Check the box if your area
observes Daylight Savings.

Select network preferences. If your
computer is connected to a
network, you will be given an
option to identify that network.
Most users will select Home or
Work network. If your computer is
being used in a public place, select
Public network. Mobile broadband
users should always select Public
network.

Windows will now attempt t
connect your computer to the
network. This process is
completely automated.

Explore your desktop. After one
final loading screen, your new
Windows 7 desktop will appear.
Installation is now complete.
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Select your Windows Update
option. To make sure that your
of Windows runs securely and
stably, it is highly recommended
that you choose one of the first two
options. The first option will install
all updates automatically, the
second option will prompt you
when important updates are
e and time. These
should be correct already as they
are linked to your BIOS, but you
can change them now if they are
not. Check the box if your area
observes Daylight Savings.
Select network preferences. If your
computer is connected to a
ill be given an
option to identify that network.
Most users will select Home or
Work network. If your computer is
being used in a public place, select
Public network. Mobile broadband
users should always select Public
Windows will now attempt to
connect your computer to the
network. This process is
completely automated.
Explore your desktop. After one
final loading screen, your new
Windows 7 desktop will appear.
Installation is now complete.

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Method 3 of 3: After Installing

1.) Run Windows Upda
should run Windows Update as soon as possible. This will ensure that
you have the latest security and stability fixes. If you chose to
automatically update, your computer will start downloading and
installing updates as soon as it is connected to the internet.

2.) Check you devices and drivers. Windows 7 should install most if not all
of your devices automatically. Some older devices may not be initially
supported, however. You will need to find the correct
devices manufacturers website.

3.) Reinstall your programs. Because you did a clean install, none of your
old program will be available. You will need to reinstall everything you
want to use again. This includes word processors, web browser
and more.
Not all old programs are compatible with Windows 7. Check for
updates from the programs manufacturer, or take a look at our guide
on running old programs in Compatibility Mode.

4.) Be sure to install a good antivirus program. This is es
if your computer is connected to an always
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Method 3 of 3: After Installing
Run Windows Update. If you selected not to update automatically, you
should run Windows Update as soon as possible. This will ensure that
you have the latest security and stability fixes. If you chose to
automatically update, your computer will start downloading and
lling updates as soon as it is connected to the internet.
Check you devices and drivers. Windows 7 should install most if not all
of your devices automatically. Some older devices may not be initially
supported, however. You will need to find the correct drivers from the
devices manufacturers website.
Reinstall your programs. Because you did a clean install, none of your
old program will be available. You will need to reinstall everything you
want to use again. This includes word processors, web browser
Not all old programs are compatible with Windows 7. Check for
updates from the programs manufacturer, or take a look at our guide
on running old programs in Compatibility Mode.
Be sure to install a good antivirus program. This is especially important
if your computer is connected to an always-online internet connection.


















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te. If you selected not to update automatically, you
should run Windows Update as soon as possible. This will ensure that
you have the latest security and stability fixes. If you chose to
automatically update, your computer will start downloading and
lling updates as soon as it is connected to the internet.
Check you devices and drivers. Windows 7 should install most if not all
of your devices automatically. Some older devices may not be initially
drivers from the
Reinstall your programs. Because you did a clean install, none of your
old program will be available. You will need to reinstall everything you
want to use again. This includes word processors, web browsers, games,
Not all old programs are compatible with Windows 7. Check for
updates from the programs manufacturer, or take a look at our guide
pecially important
online internet connection.

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HOW TO INSTALL WINDOWS 8
Windows 8 is a newer version of Windows that contains a
number of new and updated features, including an interface
that can be used with touch screen devices. After you
purchase Windows 8, you'll have the ability to download the
operating system, and install the program to your computer.
Follow the steps outlined in this article to purchase, install,
and set up Windows 8.

Part 1 of 3: Purchase Windows 8
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HOW TO INSTALL WINDOWS 8

Windows 8 is a newer version of Windows that contains a
number of new and updated features, including an interface
n be used with touch screen devices. After you
purchase Windows 8, you'll have the ability to download the
operating system, and install the program to your computer.
Follow the steps outlined in this article to purchase, install,
and set up Windows 8.

art 1 of 3: Purchase Windows 8


Navigate to the Sources
section below this article and
click on the Microsoft
Windows link that contains
the word "purchase" in the
URL.

Navigate to the section
entitled "Purchase Windows
8," and click on the link for
"Buy Windows."

Click on "Get Started" after
the landing page loads. Your
computer will install the
Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant,
which will walk you through
purchasing Windows 8 for
your computer.
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Windows 8 is a newer version of Windows that contains a
number of new and updated features, including an interface
n be used with touch screen devices. After you
purchase Windows 8, you'll have the ability to download the
operating system, and install the program to your computer.
Follow the steps outlined in this article to purchase, install,
Navigate to the Sources
section below this article and
click on the Microsoft
Windows link that contains
the word "purchase" in the
Navigate to the section
entitled "Purchase Windows
8," and click on the link for
Click on "Get Started" after
the landing page loads. Your
computer will install the
Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant,
which will walk you through
purchasing Windows 8 for

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Part 2 of 3: Install Windows 8

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Follow the instructions and
prompts provided by the
Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant.
The upgrade assistant will
require you to enter your
name and credit card
information, and will provide
you with a receipt and
product key for Windows 8.

Write down the product
key, as you'll need this
information at the time y
install Windows 8.

Click "Next" after the upgrade
assistant has provided you
with the product key.
Windows 8 will then start
downloading to your
computer, and display the
Windows 8 Setup Wizard.
Part 2 of 3: Install Windows 8

Click on "Install n
the Windows 8 Setup Wizard
appears on your screen
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Follow the instructions and
prompts provided by the
dows 8 Upgrade Assistant.
The upgrade assistant will
require you to enter your
name and credit card
information, and will provide
you with a receipt and
product key for Windows 8.
Write down the product
key, as you'll need this
information at the time you
install Windows 8.
Click "Next" after the upgrade
assistant has provided you
with the product key.
Windows 8 will then start
downloading to your
computer, and display the
Windows 8 Setup Wizard.
Click on "Install now" after
the Windows 8 Setup Wizard
appears on your screen

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Enter the product key you
were provided with at the
time of your Windows 8
purchase.

Click "Next."

Review the Windows 8 license
terms, then place a
checkmark next to "I Accept
the license terms."

Click on the "Next" button
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Enter the product key you
were provided with at the
time of your Windows 8
Review the Windows 8 license
terms, then place a
checkmark next to "I Accept
terms."
Click on the "Next" button

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Select from "Upgrade" or
"Custom" Installation. The
upgrade option will allow you
to keep all your current files,
settings, and applications,
whereas the custom option
will only install Windows 8
without saving you

Click "Install." Your computer
will restart several times
while it installs Windows 8,
and will display the Setup
Wizard after Windows 8 has
been successfully installed.

Select any color of your
choice from the "Personalize"
screen. The color
will be the designated color
theme for Windows 8, and
can be changed at any time.

Enter a name for your
computer below the field
entitled "PC name."
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Select from "Upgrade" or
"Custom" Installation. The
upgrade option will allow you
to keep all your current files,
settings, and applications,
whereas the custom option
will only install Windows 8
without saving your data.
Click "Install." Your computer
will restart several times
while it installs Windows 8,
and will display the Setup
Wizard after Windows 8 has
been successfully installed.
Select any color of your
choice from the "Personalize"
you choose
will be the designated color
theme for Windows 8, and
can be changed at any time.
Enter a name for your
computer below the field
entitled "PC name."

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Click on "Next."

Choose your current network
settings from the "Settings"
screen, then click "Next." You
will be asked whether you are
using a home or work
network, or if you are using a
public network.

Sign in to your PC using a
Microsoft account or local
account. The Microsoft
account option requires you
to create or sign in with a
Microsoft username and
password. The local account
option requires you to create
a username and password to
be used specifically for your
personal account on the
computer.

Wait for the Windows 8 user
interface to load. Your screen
will now display a new se
of Windows 8 icons, and your
desktop can be accessed by
clicking on the "Desktop"
icon.
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Choose your current network
settings from the "Settings"
click "Next." You
will be asked whether you are
using a home or work
network, or if you are using a
Sign in to your PC using a
Microsoft account or local
account. The Microsoft
account option requires you
to create or sign in with a
rosoft username and
password. The local account
option requires you to create
a username and password to
be used specifically for your
personal account on the
Wait for the Windows 8 user
interface to load. Your screen
will now display a new series
of Windows 8 icons, and your
desktop can be accessed by
clicking on the "Desktop"