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    trying to install OS cant pass this screen T430s

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by rocketman122, Sep 24, 2021.

  1. rocketman122

    rocketman122 Newbie

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    long time NBR user in the past. cant remember login info so had to create this new one

    anyways, got a used t430s and trying to install windows 7 and I cant pass this screen


    slipped the oem disc it in the drive, and I get this screen

    https://postimg.cc/kDDFT2wg

    but pressing enter on the dvd option does nothing. it keeps flashing for a second but does nothing. doesnt progress.

    any help appreciated.
     
    rocketman122, Sep 24, 2021
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  2. Starlight5

    Starlight5 Yes, I'm a cat. What else is there to say, really?

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    @rocketman122 take a look at BIOS settings, you probably need to enable legacy/CSM boot mode.

    I'd like to add that T430s will run 10 perfectly fine, and it will be more responsive than 7.
     
    Starlight5, Sep 24, 2021
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    rocketman122 Newbie

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    thank you fro the help.
     
    rocketman122, Sep 25, 2021
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