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• Analysis of various types of errors when installing Windows 7 (including by code).
• What to do if the installer does not see the device (drive, hard drive, keyboard or mouse, etc.).

Figure 8. Selecting the volume for a partition on the hard drive

Figure 9. Partition creation confirmation window
After this, the operating system installer will inform you that an additional partition will be created to store system files:

Figure 10. Installing Windows 7.
Click on the button "Next" after which the installation will begin (copying all system files and the process of setting up the OS).

The process of copying files will take 15-30 minutes and will not require any action from you.

Figure 11. Installation completion window
Once the files are copied and unpacked, the computer will restart.

At this point, you must remove the DVD or Flash drive from the computer, as the installation will continue from the hard drive to which the necessary files were copied.

After the reboot, you will see a window indicating that the installation is complete.

Figure 12. Entering the username and network name of the computer for the installed system.
The completion process will take a few minutes, after which the initial setup of the operating system will begin.

Completing Windows installation and initial setup

When the setup process comes to an end, you will be prompted to enter a user name to create your account, as well as a computer name for subsequent network identification (under this name your computer will be visible on Windows local networks).

Figure 13. Setting a password for the account (optional).
Next, you will be prompted to enter a password and a password hint. If you want to protect access to your account with a password, enter it. Or you can skip this step by clicking "Next" .

In this article we will look at a detailed step-by-step installation of one of the most modern and popular operating systems for desktop and mobile computers - Windows 7. This brainchild of Microsoft turned out to be so successful that in two years of sales it managed to catch up in popularity with the most used one already for many years, the system in the world is WindowsXP. Therefore, more and more users want to see this particular OS on their home computer, and the question of installing it now is extremely relevant. Our computer portal, naturally, could not ignore this topic and prepared an installation guide for you, trying to make it as clear and understandable as possible even for beginners.

SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTER TO BOOT FROM DISK

When you turn on the computer, as a rule, a short message appears indicating the key with which you can enter the BIOS settings menu. Be careful, as this inscription disappears from the screen quite quickly, especially on laptops. If you couldn’t see it the first time, immediately restart your computer using the “Reset” button and try again. When loading begins, a large graphic image may appear on the screen, obscuring the service inscriptions on the screen. To remove it, press the key.

List of most commonly used keys:

• Desktops - Del (almost always), F1
• Laptops - F1, F2, F3, Del, Ctrl + Alt + Esc. In the case of laptops, keyboard shortcuts can be very varied, depending on its model. You can find this information either online or by calling technical support.

Having found out the key responsible for calling up the BIOS settings menu, restart the computer again and at the very beginning of boot, press it several times (once is enough, but to accurately catch the right moment, pressing it multiple times won’t hurt). If everything is done correctly, the settings window should open.

As a rule, the most common two types of BIOS are:

Phoenix AwardBIOS

If your window looks like this, then you need to select a section here Advanced BIOS Features, and in it the paragraph First Boot Device assign the value CDROM. Then press the key and select Yes in the dialog box that appears.

American Megatrends BIOS

Or if your window has a gray background, like in this screenshot, then select the section at the top Boot and in the subsection Boot Device Priority at point 1st Boot Device set the name of your optical drive or, as in the screenshot, just CDROM. Then press the key and select Yes in the dialog box that appears.

For mobile devices (laptops), BIOS programs can vary greatly, and it is not possible to list all possible options within the framework of this article. In any case, you should find an item in the settings window whose name is associated with boot (Boot) and in it set the optical drive (CDROM) as the first device.

STARTINSTALLATIONS

After turning on/rebooting the computer, if any Windows operating system is already installed on your computer at that moment, then after some time you will see the message “Press any key to boot from CD or DVD” on the screen. boot from CD) which is what you should do.

Be careful as you will only have 5 seconds to enter the system installation. If the current operating system starts loading, it means that the opportunity to start the installation was missed and you should restart the computer again for the next attempt.

If you are installing the system on a new computer or a blank hard drive, you will not see the previous window; Windows installation should begin automatically.

So, if the computer starts booting from the installation disk, then the system installation start window should appear in front of you, in which you can see the process of downloading the initially necessary files.

If this window does not appear, but the old operating system starts loading (if it was installed) or messages appear that the boot disk was not found (if installed on a new computer or hard drive), then this means that your computer was unable to boot from the disk and you should return to the previous step for setting up the BIOS.

After downloading the main files, you should see a window for setting up language settings, date and time format, as well as keyboard layout, in which the default settings for Russia will be set.

The system restore option may be useful to you in the future if problems arise with the installed system, for example, due to damage, deletion or unauthorized modification of its system files. As a rule, this leads to Windows becoming unstable or refusing to boot at all. In this case, you can restore the original system files from the installation disk using the above point.

In general, the “System Restore” section in Windows 7 is a fairly powerful tool for fixing various kinds of problems that arise during its operation, and we will definitely devote a separate publication to it, and within the framework of this article, click the “Install” button to proceed directly to installation.

In a few minutes, a window with a license agreement will appear in front of you, the terms of which must be accepted by checking the appropriate box and clicking the “Next” button.

In the next window you will have to select the installation type:

As you can see, here we can choose two options: update and full installation. The “Update” item can be used if you want to update your old operating system to Windows 7, while maintaining all installed programs and settings. True, for this, the installation of the “seven” must be launched directly from your already installed OS. It should also be remembered that this is only possible from Windows Vista, and the update is not applicable to operating systems of older generations, including Windows XP. In general, this type of installation is not the best solution. The fact is that not only the settings of the previous system will migrate to the new Windows, but also all its problems, brakes and glitches. And in general, stable operation of the system and previously installed programs is not guaranteed in this case. Therefore, the preferred type is the full installation, which is what you should choose.

At the next stage of installation, we have to select a partition on the hard drive to install Windows. Here, I would like to make a small digression and provide some useful recommendations for partitioning a hard drive into system partitions:

• Don't allocate all of your hard drive space to one single partition. This is considered bad manners and can cause you a lot of trouble in the future.
• Modern hard drives have quite large capacities for storing data and therefore it is advisable to divide them into several thematic sections.
• It is recommended to set aside a separate section for installing the operating system and necessary software and not fill it with your personal data.
• You should choose the size of the system partition with a margin, taking into account that for Windows to work correctly, 15% of the space of this partition must remain free.
• Don't create too many sections. This will complicate navigation and reduce the efficiency of distributing large files and folders

DEFINITION OF SYSTEM PARTITION

Now, let's get back to the installation. From this point on, the installation can proceed in two ways:

Option 1: You have a new computer and the hard drive has never been allocated. In this case, a window with the following content will appear in front of you:

To partition the hard drive into partitions, you must select the item: “Disk Settings”. In the additional options that appear, select “Create” and enter the required partition size in the window next to it. Please remember that you must specify the size in megabytes. Calculate it based on the fact that 1 gigabyte = 1024 megabytes. As a rule, for Windows7 and related software, 60 - 100 GB is enough, but you have the right to make it larger if necessary.

Having specified the required size of the future system partition, click the “Apply” button. Next, to use all its capabilities, Windows will ask you to create an additional partition for it. Don't be alarmed, it will only take up 100 MB of free disk space and will be invisible to you.

By clicking “OK” we will return to the screen for selecting a partition for installing Windows.

As you can see, there have been changes here. Now we have a partition reserved by the system for its own needs, a newly created partition and the remaining unallocated area. From the unallocated space on the disk, in the same window you can create additional partitions in the same way that we used above, or you can postpone this action until later and finally partition your drive in Windows.

Having made the necessary decision, select the part of the disk on which we plan to install the operating system and click “Next”.

Option 2 - If your computer already has an operating system installed. Then your hard drive is already divided into logical areas, and you will see a window listing all found partitions on it, for example:

Attention! All further manipulations with the found partitions may lead to the loss of your data, so be very careful in your actions.

If the current partition of the hard drive does not suit you, then you can delete existing partitions in whole or in part by selecting the appropriate part of the disk, and then the “Delete” option. You have the right to split the unallocated space on the disk that appears after this at your discretion using the above method, discussed in option 1.

If you are completely satisfied with the current disk layout, then you need to decide in which of the existing partitions you will install Windows 7 and whether you want to save the information available there. In this case, before moving forward, let's first take a look at the possible installation options, after which you can make an informed decision without pointing your finger at the sky.

You have selected the partition on which your old operating system is currently installed, and you plan to save the data stored on it. In this case, after clicking the “Next” button, before starting the installation, you will see a warning window that the previous copy of Windows with all its files and folders will be moved to the “Windows.old” folder. The rest of the information will be untouched. Clicking "OK" in the warning window will begin the installation process.

There is one significant drawback to this setup. As a rule, after using the operating system for a long time, the partition on which it was installed becomes very littered and contains a lot of unnecessary files. Adding to all this a new operating system with accompanying software, you will be faced with, at a minimum, irrational use of hard disk space, file defragmentation, and even possible overflow, which will undoubtedly lead to a decrease in system speed.

If you have selected a hard disk segment that does not contain Windows as the future system partition and want to save all the stored information on it, then the installation will begin immediately after clicking the “Next” button.

If you plan to install Windows 7 on a blank partition (the preferred option of all) and you have either already saved the information on it in another place, or you do not need it, then you should format it before starting the installation. To do this, select “Format”. The installer will issue a warning that this partition may contain data that is important to you and it will be destroyed.

After clicking the “OK” button, the selected part of the disk will be completely cleared of the information stored there and to begin the installation, all you have to do is select “Next”.

INSTALLATION AND INITIAL SETUPWINDOWS

So, after selecting the system partition, the system installation process will begin, during which files will be copied and unpacked, components and updates will be installed.

During installation, your computer will automatically restart several times, and the entire procedure may take from 10 to 20 minutes, depending on its power.

Finally, after the installation is completed and the computer reboots again, the first Windows initial setup window will appear in front of you, in which you will have to enter the user name (the name of your account in the system) and the computer (the name under which it will be visible to other users on the network).

On the next screen, you will be able to create a password for your account or postpone this action by leaving the fields blank and clicking the “Next” button.

The next step will be the ability to select settings for automatic Windows updates, which are designed to regularly check via the Internet for all kinds of system security patches, critical updates and service packs on the official technical support website. Enabling automatic updates is desirable, but not required at this stage, since you can configure this setting more flexibly after installation from the control panel.

After you select your security options, Windows Initial Setup will prompt you to check your date and time settings. If everything is correct, click “Next”.

If network card drivers were installed during the installation process, you will see a network settings window in which you will need to select the location of your computer.

After you make your selection, a window will appear to connect to the network and apply settings.

At this point, the initial setup of the system can be considered complete. After the final application of the settings, a welcome window will appear in front of you, then the system will prepare the desktop, the appearance of which will mark the completion of the installation of Windows 7.

Immediately after completing the installation of the new operating system, you should install all the necessary drivers for the installed devices, after which you can begin installing the software.

There are several options for installing this operating system, and all of them differ only in minor deviations from the installation process itself. Windows 7 can be installed, for example:

1 . To a new computer;
2 . On top of Windows XP;
3 . To have two systems: XP and “seven”;
4 . So that there are two “sevens”;
5 . Reinstall Windows 7.

During the installation process, you will understand that there is nothing complicated here. It’s scary the first time, but then everything is done with your eyes closed. We will focus on the most common option, this is when your operating system “crashes” or is damaged by viruses and no longer shows any signs of life.
So, let's get started.

1. Go to “BIOS”.

Insert the distribution disk Windows 7 into the DVD drive and send the computer to reboot. Immediately after the reboot, the motherboard welcome window will appear for 2–3 seconds, prompting you to press the “ DEL", and in laptops " F2».

Once the welcome window opens, press the "" button on your keyboard several times. DEL" or " F2" to get to " BIOS" If you do not have time in this short period of time, then the reboot procedure will have to be repeated again, since the computer will begin to boot from the hard drive.

So, we did everything right and got to " BIOS" to the section " Main».

Using the tips, and in different models of motherboards they can be slightly modified, move to the section “ Boot" (loading).
In my case, movement is done using the arrow buttons " up and down" or " left-right" located on the keyboard, and for most laptops the navigation buttons will be F5 And F6.

While in the " Boot"go to the menu item" Boot Device Priority» by pressing the « button Enter».

A boot menu window opened in front of us, where it is indicated that the computer should boot from floppy disk, and if there is none, then the next device is hard drive. Well, the last one on this list is CDROM.

Here, we choose to boot the computer from the DVD drive. Therefore, press the button " Enter"And another window opens in front of us, in which we need to select our drive.
Arrow keys " up and down"go down to the line " CDROM:3S-Optiarc DVD RW AD-5260" and click " Enter" The name of your DVD drive will be different.
In the case of a laptop, the navigation buttons will be F5 And F6.

As you can see, the DVD drive is the first on the computer's boot list.

2. Install Windows 7 on your hard drive.

After the reboot, a window will appear for a short time, where in the upper left corner there will be a request line to start the installation from the DVD drive. Press any key. If the key is not pressed, the computer will start booting from the hard drive.

The Windows 7 setup program will launch, determine the minimum hardware required for installation, and copy the necessary installation files to your hard drive.

All. We have done the most difficult part, and now all that remains is to follow the instructions of the installation program.
In this window, select the installation language.

Here we select the language of the operating system and click “ Next».

Press the button " Install» to start Windows installation.

In the next window you will need to select the version of Windows 7 that was previously installed on your computer. It is important to know here: a 32 or 64-bit operating system was installed on the computer, otherwise there will be problems with the operation of the hardware if it is not designed to work with a 64-bit system.
As a rule, if you have more than 3 GB of RAM, you can safely install the 64-bit version of the system. Once you have decided, click “ Next».

If you are installing the system on a laptop, then the system data can be taken from the sticker glued to the bottom of the laptop.

We agree to the License Agreement and click “ Next».

Select the full installation.

After some time, the installation program will automatically detect the partition in which it will offer to install the operating system. But you can also specify which partition you want to install Windows in. In our case, we leave everything by default and select “ Disk setup».

In this window we select formatting section. The program will immediately warn you that you will lose all unsaved data in this section. And since we have no choice - Windows still won’t load, we definitely click “ Next».

By formatting a hard drive partition, we plow it, as it were, creating favorable “soil” for files and folders of the new operating system.
Now all you have to do is wait until Windows is installed on your computer.

Once the installation of files is complete, the computer will reboot.

After the next reboot and in the future, while the system is being installed, you will see a window with a request to start the installation.

Don't click anything, because the necessary files are already downloaded to your hard drive, and there is no need to download them again from the installation disk.

3. Completing the installation of WINDOWS 7.

Windows now prompts you to enter some more information to complete the installation. In the window that opens, enter the computer user name and click “ Next" You can enter your name.

This window prompts you to enter a password for your account. You may or may not enter it. I usually don't enter a password. Click " Next».

The next window asks you to enter your product key. Click " Next».
You don’t have to enter it, but use this operating system for 30 days. But after this period, you will need to activate Windows by entering the key.

We check the set date, time and time zone.

We are waiting for the settings to be applied.

All. Now you can be congratulated on self-installation Windows 7 operating system.

4. Add some shine.

Let's add a couple more necessary touches.
As you noticed, the screen resolution is a little high, and the elements " Desktop"look large.
Right-click on “ Desktop" and in the context menu that appears, select " Screen resolution».

As you can see, the default screen resolution is 800x600 pixels. It changes with a slider located in the window that opens with permission options. Select the one you need and click “ Apply", And " OK».

And the second thing that must be done is to restart the computer and enter “ BIOS" to change the download option.

We also go to the section “ Boot" and from the menu item " Boot Device Priority» by pressing the « button Enter"We get to the boot menu. Here we select so that the computer boots by default with hard drive.

If you have a desktop PC, then it will be enough to install the latest drivers for the webcam, if you have a camera.

For laptop owners, you will have to install a little more drivers: for a video card, webcam, touchpad, Wi-Fi, and possibly for some other device. They can all be downloaded from the laptop manufacturer’s website.

Now you can use the computer.

And if you have any questions about installing Windows 7, be sure to watch this video.

The sink is an integral element of any kitchen. There are many varieties of this attribute. The best option is a model built into a cabinet. Anyone can install it with their own hands, the main thing is to adhere to the installation specifications and have the necessary tools.

What you need to install a sink

Stainless steel sinks are very popular due to their light weight, durability and ease of installation. Before you begin installing the sink, you need to assemble the furniture. Depending on the type of cabinet, fasteners and assembly methods differ. The kit usually includes accessories and the necessary instructions.

IMPORTANT! You should choose a headset from separate modules to reduce installation time. For kitchens with a common countertop, holes for the sink and communications should be prepared in advance.

To attach the sink correctly, you need to assemble a minimum set of tools. To seal the seams, you will need silicone sealant, which will protect the surface of the furniture from moisture.

Installation accessories:

• electric drill or screwdriver;
• a set of drills with a diameter for fastening;
• screws and other fastening products;
• screwdrivers in a set with different sections;
• masking tape to protect furniture;
• ruler and device for level measurement;
• sealant for sealing joints.

Before installation, it is recommended to clean the space and remove excess. For convenience, all communications should be secured to the stand in advance. After fixing the sink, this stage will be problematic. The installation location will depend on the location of the water pipes and sewerage. If space permits, it is not recommended to place the cabinet next to the refrigerator and heating appliances.

Methods for installing a sink on a cabinet

Stainless steel sinks of standard sizes can be mounted in two ways. Depending on the type of product and the features of the cabinet, different options are chosen.

Mounting methods:

• using sealant;
• fixation with self-tapping screws.

ATTENTION! In the case where the sink is light in weight, two options can be used. If the product is non-standard, then the sealant cannot cope with the load; the use of metal fasteners is required.

When choosing a sealant, you need to consider factors such as reliability and safe composition. A volume of up to 150 ml is suitable for fixing the sink. The product must have a current expiration date. For ease of application, you may need a special gun. Excess should be removed before the product dries completely.

REFERENCE! The advantage of fastening with self-tapping screws is durability in use. This type of sink can withstand heavy loads.

An integrated approach can be taken. In this case, the sink is fixed to the cabinet using fasteners, and the joint holes are coated with silicone sealant. Depending on the sink model, you can install it on the cabinet in different ways. Standard fasteners must be available.

A sink with curved sides can be raised using wooden blocks. The dimensions of the product must allow changes in design. In cases where standard brackets are not suitable for installation, you can cut out the corners from wood or plastic yourself. The cabinet can be installed on legs or attached to the wall. There are no fundamental features - it all depends on personal preferences.

Preparing furniture for sink installation

The cabinet from the manufacturer is usually delivered disassembled, so before installation it must be assembled according to the instructions. A standard kit usually includes: base, side walls, doors and table top. For the convenience of supplying communications, the back wall of the headset is usually absent. The kit usually contains the necessary fasteners and a hexagon. If elements are missing, they must be prepared separately. Depending on the model, the assembly method may differ.

Basic assembly steps:

The tabletop may not be in the cabinet. In this case, installation will take less time. If the sink is installed in a ready-made set, then you need to cut a hole for the sink in advance. In order not to damage the furniture, all actions must be carried out carefully.

Basic requirements:

1. Initially, it is necessary to take the necessary dimensions and prepare a sketch of the future hole.
2. Next, it is transferred to the surface of the countertop. It is important that there is equal distance on all sides. The more carefully the hole is cut, the more securely the sink will hold.
3. Depending on the material of the countertop, the hole is cut in different ways. For wooden surfaces you will need a jigsaw or milling machine. It is impossible to cut stone surfaces at home.
4. The countertop can be treated with water-repellent agents. In this case, chipboard and wooden furniture can last longer.
5. To make the cuts neat, it is necessary to remove burrs and irregularities. To avoid cracks, the joints are coated with sealant for reliability.

When carrying out work, safety precautions should be observed. Cutting and assembly should be carried out wearing protective gloves. If you use an angle grinder, you need to protect your respiratory tract with a mask. It is better to work with the cabinet outdoors.

Installation of a stainless steel sink

Depending on the design of the cabinet, a stainless steel sink can be built in and installed in an overhead manner. The installation method in these cases is different.

Installing a sink into a countertop:

After installation, you must wait until the sealant dries. The product cannot be used for several hours. Next, you should remove the remaining composition and check its performance. If necessary, remove garbage and wash the sink. If leaks are detected, sealing is carried out again in the necessary areas.

Installation of an overhead sink:

1. To properly install an overhead sink with your own hands, you need to assemble the furniture and prepare the place for future installation.
2. The sink will be securely held in the cabinet using fasteners. The necessary elements may be included with the product. If there are no fastenings, then improvised means will do. The sink can be installed on wooden blocks or plastic corners.
3. The product can be temporarily fixed with self-tapping screws for reliability. After final installation, these elements can be removed.
4. The mixer must be secured immediately with a nut and washer. Connection to the pipes occurs in the next step using flexible hoses. Depending on the quality of the elements, the reliability of the entire structure will depend.
5. The siphon is assembled using plastic nuts and rubberized gaskets. Typically, the siphon package includes these elements. You can seal all joints with silicone sealant.
6. Next, if necessary, additional elements and leads for the filter are attached.
7. The final step is to remove any remaining sealant and debris. The reliability of the fastenings is tested the first time it is turned on.

Overhead sinks can be produced in different sizes. There are standard forms, but if necessary, the sink can be built into custom-made cabinets. Stainless steel sinks are affordable, which is why they are popular among buyers.

The sink should be chosen according to personal preferences and the size of the furniture. Preference should be given to simple models without drawers and shelves. In this case, nothing will interfere with communications. The sink installation process will not cause difficulties if you follow the basic installation rules. Work is carried out with the availability of tools. Correct and tight fastening will ensure safety during use and will also increase the service life of the product. If you can’t install it yourself, you can contact a specialist.

Many novice users of personal computers or laptops sooner or later are faced with the need to install or reinstall an operating system. And not every newbie knows how to install Windows 7 system. Someone acts at random and installs a system without the slightest idea; as they say, he learns from his mistakes, losing a lot of time. Some people pay a lot of money to hire specialists to install and configure Windows. I strongly recommend that you once and for all master all the intricacies of installing the system yourself, which will allow you to save a lot of time and money in the future.

Immediately before installing the Windows 7 operating system, as well as any other versions of Windows, you should perform the following preparatory operations:

• create or purchase a boot disk or flash drive with Windows 7, from which the installation will be carried out;
• read the instructions for setting boot priority in the BIOS and installing Windows 7;
• save all the necessary data from “Local Disk C” to some other one, for example, “D” or “E”.

If the above is completed, you can proceed with the installation itself. I draw your attention to the fact that I myself installing Windows 7 on a computer from a flash drive no different from installing from disk. So, as soon as the computer starts booting from a bootable flash drive or disk, the message “Press any key to boot from CD or DVD” will appear on a black background in white letters. You need to immediately press any key on the keyboard for the installation to begin. This must be done immediately after this message appears. Otherwise, after a few seconds it will disappear and you will need to reboot.


The installation begins by downloading the necessary files, as shown in the image below.


Once the download is complete, the message “Starting Windows” will appear.


After this, the start window for configuring the installation parameters of the Windows 7 operating system will appear. Here you can select the system installation language, time format and keyboard layout. You can leave everything as shown in the picture.


Then a window will appear in which you need to click on the “Install” button.


A window will appear with the message “Starting installation”.


The system will prompt you to familiarize yourself with the terms of the license agreement. If you agree, check the “I accept the license terms” checkbox, and then click the “Next” button to continue installing Windows 7.


The next step is to select the installation type. The system will prompt you to restore your existing operating system and install a new one. We need the second option - “Full installation”. We choose it.


Now you will need to select the partition (local disk) on which Windows 7 will be installed. As a rule, this is “Local disk (C:)”. However, it needs to be formatted, that is, cleared of existing unnecessary information. To do this, click the “Disk Setup” button.


Now left-click once on “Local Disk (C:)” so that it becomes active (selected), and then on the “Format” button below. Please note that out of almost 70 Gigabytes on this disk, only 24 Gigabytes are free. That is, 46 Gigabytes are occupied by various files of the old operating system.


A message will appear warning you that formatting will delete all files stored on this local drive. We agree by clicking the “OK” button.


Formatting will complete in just a few seconds. You can find out that formatting is complete by the updated readings of free space on the “Local disk (C:)”. As a rule, the free disk space after formatting should be 0.1 Gigabytes less than the total disk space. In my case, out of 69.9 Gigabytes, 69.8 are free after formatting. It turns out that 100 Megabytes are somehow reserved by the system. So, make sure that “Local Disk (C:)” is selected and click the “Next” button.

If you installed a new hard drive (hard drive), it will not be marked, as shown in the picture. Click the Disk Setup button.


Select the unallocated space and click the Create button.


A small field will appear in which you need to specify the size of the new local disk. For the Windows 7 operating system, I recommend choosing about 60-70 Gigabytes. But since the size is in megabytes, 70 must be multiplied by 1024, because one gigabyte contains 1024 megabytes. I got 71680 Megabytes. Enter this value on the keyboard in the “Size” field and click the “Apply” button.


You can use the remaining unallocated space to create other local disks, the size of which you can choose as you like. So, highlight the created 70 GB local disk and click “Next” to continue installing Windows 7.


A window will appear that displays the Windows 7 installation operations currently in progress. Unpacking the files takes from 3 to 20 minutes, depending on the media from which the Windows 7 operating system is installed. As I already said, installation from solid-state drives it will be times faster.


A message will then appear stating that you will need to restart your computer to continue with the installation. You can wait 10 seconds, and the system will do it itself, or you can save precious seconds and click on the “Restart now” button.


The computer will begin to reboot. And here I recommend that you immediately go into the BIOS to configure the computer to boot from your hard drive (hard drive), and not from a flash drive or DVD. This can be done according to the principle described in the articles “How to configure the BIOS to boot a computer from a disk” and “How to configure the BIOS to configure a computer to boot from a flash drive.” Only in this case, instead of a DVD drive or flash drive, you will need to choose a HDD. Once you have set the BIOS to boot the computer from the hard drive, press the “F10” key and agree to save the changes by pressing “Enter”. The computer will start rebooting from the hard drive - it will continue installation of the Windows 7 operating system from the "Starting Windows" message.


The message “Setup is updating the registry settings” appears next.


And behind it - “The installer is starting services.”


The installation of Windows 7 is nearing completion, as evidenced by the information in the following picture.


The system will need another reboot. The next time you start your computer, you will see the message “The installer is testing video performance.”


This will be followed by the initial setup of the Windows 7 operating system, which requires your participation. You must enter a user name, for example, your own, and the computer name. To change the language from Russian to English, you can press the “Shift” and “Alt” key combination on the keyboard (that is, pressing these two keys simultaneously) or with the mouse on the panel at the top. If you have entered the required information, click the “Next” button.


The system will prompt you to set a password for your account, without which no one will be able to boot your computer. You can create it right away, or you can do it later, after installing the Windows 7 operating system. I usually do not create passwords, since I am the only user of the computer. To continue setting up, click “Next”.


This time you need to enter your Windows license key. If you purchased a disc, the key will be indicated on the package. If you downloaded Windows 7 from the Internet, do not enter anything; I suggest you activate the system after installation. Also uncheck the box “Automatically activate Windows when you connect to the Internet” and click “Next”.


In the next window, if you have a licensed system with a key, select the first item “Use recommended settings.” If you purchased Windows 7 for free, for example, downloaded it from the Internet, that is, although your version is original, it is still pirated, hacked, select the last option “Delay decision”. Most people, including me, have just such a system. Click Next.


Now configure the date, time and time zone, then click Next.


If your computer has a network card or Wi-Fi, the installation system will prompt you to select the network to which your computer will be connected. I usually select "Home Network".


The computer will begin to connect to the network.


After this, the message “Preparing the desktop” will appear.


And finally, the Windows 7 operating system you installed will boot for the first time.


Congratulations, the installation is completed successfully. The next step is to activate the system, which you can learn about in the article “How to activate Windows 7.”