How to Perform a Clean Install of Windows 7

After creating a bootable USB drive, follow these instructions for a clean Windows 7 installation:

1. Power on your PC, let Windows start normally, insert the Windows 7 DVD or USB, then restart your PC.
2. Your device will boot from the Windows 7 USB. Press any key when prompted to boot from CD or DVD.

Note: If Windows starts instead of the installer, change the boot order in your PC's BIOS to boot from the DVD.
3. Restart your PC, and when the manufacturer’s logo appears, look for the BOOT menu key (usually F2, F10, F11, F12, or Del) to open the menu.

4. Change the boot order to USB.
5. In the setup program, choose your language, time, currency format, and keyboard or input method, then click Next.

6. Click Install now to start the installation process.

7. Accept the license terms and click Next.

8. Select Custom (advanced) on the next screen.

9. Choose the drive where you want to install Windows 7 and click Next.
Note: To identify the correct hard drive, check the Total size column and choose the one with the most space in GB.

10. Click Next and Windows will begin installing on your PC.

11. After several restarts, it’s time to personalise your PC. Enter a name for your PC and click Next.

12. Create a password for your account. Enter a memorable password or leave it blank, then click Next.

13. Enter the product key and click Next.
Note: Entering the product key at this stage ensures the correct edition of Windows 7 is installed. Skipping it may result in a different edition being installed.

14. Choose Use recommended settings when the Windows protection modes appear.

15. Adjust the time and date settings, then click Next.

16. On the Network Settings page, select the configuration that best suits your needs, typically Work network.

17. Wait a few minutes, and Windows 7 will be fully installed.