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    How do I install windows 7 onto a new hard drive.

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by Policenauts, Jul 23, 2010.

  1. Policenauts

    Policenauts Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have just replaced the hard drive on my 4820T. When I startup the computer and select the CD drive as the boot device, the windows bar at the bottom loads. Then I just get a blinking cursor on a black screen.

    Anyone know what I am doing wrong?

    Thanks
     
    Policenauts, Jul 23, 2010
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    MyOnlySt4r Notebook Consultant

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    did you install your harddrive properly? did you format it? enable it in bios?
     
    MyOnlySt4r, Jul 23, 2010
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    Ok I manged to fix it. I took the battery out and kept my finger pressed on the power button for 30 seconds.
     
    Policenauts, Jul 24, 2010
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    Janitor123, Jul 24, 2010
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