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    My hdd crashed and im buying a new one, how do I install windows onto it ?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Ameeno101, Aug 6, 2012.

  1. Ameeno101

    Ameeno101 Notebook Enthusiast

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    So my hard disk recently crashed and I'm buying a new one. I want to ask, how can I install windows (7) onto it ? And other than that, how can I install all my drivers ( network adapter, bluetooth, etc. ).

    Oh and I don't have a windows boot cd ( i heard that it will be needed ).

    Thanks :) n
     
    Ameeno101, Aug 6, 2012
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    namaiki "basically rocks" Super Moderator

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    What version of Windows and also what model laptop is it?
     
    namaiki, Aug 6, 2012
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    windows 7 home premium and a samsung r540
     
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    StormJumper Notebook Virtuoso

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    Here another try if you have a factory made you should at least be able to get the restore cd/dvd unless you have them and reboot the new hard drive to factory install and be ready to go but if not you will need the FULL O/S if you did your own install with the registration key and then after updating you can install your own software back and get it running. Those are your two scenario that you have to go with.
     
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    Thank you guys! I burned a boot cd and installed windows and all that jazz and I'm all set now thank you :)
     
    Ameeno101, Aug 7, 2012
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    Would be a good idea to make a backup with a software like Easeus or Acronis for future re-installs.
     
    The_Observer, Aug 7, 2012
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