Datasheet

When you boot to the Windows 7 installation media, the Setup program will
automatically start the Windows 7 installation. In Exercise 1.2, you will perform a clean
install of Windows 7. This exercise assumes that you have access to Windows 7 Ultimate;
other editions may vary slightly. You can also download an evaluation version of
Windows 7 from Microsoft’s website.
EXERCISE 1.2
Performing a Clean Install of Windows 7
1. Insert the Windows 7 DVD into the machine and start the computer.
2. If you are directed to “Hit any key” to start the DVD, press Enter.
3. The fi rst screen will ask you to enter your language, time and currency format, and
keyboard or input method. After fi lling in these fi elds, click Next.
Setting Up Your Computer for Hands-On Exercises
Before beginning Exercise 1.2, verify that your computer meets the requirements for
installing Windows 7, as listed earlier in Table 1.2. For Exercise 1.2, it is assumed you are
not currently running a previous version of Windows that will be upgraded.
The exercises in this book are based on your computer being confi gured in a specifi c
manner. Your computer should have at least a 20-GB hard drive that is confi gured with
the minimum space requirements and partitions.
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