Are you planning to install Windows 10 on your PC? This guide will walk you through the process of installing Windows 10 in a step-by-step manner. Before we begin, there are a few things you will need to take into consideration:
The System Requirements
Firstly, you should make sure that your PC meets the minimum system requirements for Windows 10. These requirements include:
- Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster
- RAM: 1 gigabyte (GB) (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit)
- Free hard disk space: 16 GB
- Graphics card: DirectX 9 graphics processor with WDDM driver
- Display: 800×600 resolution
If your PC meets these requirements, you can proceed to the next step.
Creating a Windows 10 Installation Media
The first thing you will need to do is create a Windows 10 installation media. You will need a USB flash drive with a capacity of at least 4 GB or a blank DVD. Follow these steps to create your installation media:
- Go to the Microsoft download page for Windows 10
- Click on the Download tool now button
- Save the tool on your PC, and then double-click the downloaded file to launch the tool
- Accept the terms and conditions, and select Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file) for another PC. Click Next
- Select your preferred language, architecture, and edition, and click Next
- Select USB flash drive or ISO file if you want to burn the installation media to a DVD, and click Next
- Select your USB flash drive or DVD from the list, and click Next
- Wait for the tool to create the installation media
Installing Windows 10
Now that you have created your installation media, you can proceed to install Windows 10 on your PC. Here are the steps:
- Insert the USB flash drive or DVD that you created in Step 2
- Restart your PC
- Press any key to boot from the installation media
- Choose your language, time and currency format, and keyboard or input method, and click Next
- Click Install Now
- Enter your product key, or click Skip if you don’t have one
- Accept the terms and conditions and click Next
- Choose Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)
- Select the partition that you want to install Windows on and click Next
- Wait for Windows to install, this may take some time
- Once Windows is installed, you will be prompted to create a user account. Enter your desired user name and click Next
- Enter your password, password hint, and click Next
- Choose your privacy settings and click Next
- Wait for Windows to prepare your desktop, and you’re done!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What should I do if I don’t have a product key?
If you don’t have a product key, you can use Windows without activating it. However, this will give you a watermark on your desktop and restrict some features. Alternatively, you can buy a product key from Microsoft or from a third-party retailer.
2. How do I access the BIOS/UEFI settings to boot from the installation media?
The key to access the BIOS or UEFI settings may vary depending on your PC’s manufacturer. Typically, you can access this by pressing a key such as F2 or Delete during the boot process. Consult your PC’s manual or manufacturer’s website for specific instructions.
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How to Install Windows 7 with Pictures?
If you’re more comfortable with installing Windows 7, this is how you can do it:
- Insert the Windows 7 installation DVD into your DVD drive. If you downloaded an ISO file for Windows 7, you’ll need to burn it to a DVD before continuing.
- Restart your computer.
- Press any key when prompted to boot from the DVD.
- On the Install Windows page, select your language and other preferences, and click Next.
- Click Install now.
- Enter your product key or click Skip if you don’t have one.
- Select the edition of Windows 7 you want to install and click Next
- Accept the terms and conditions and click Next
- Choose Custom (advanced).
- Select the partition that you want to install Windows on or create new one if you prefer, and click Next.
- Wait for Windows to install, this may take some time
- Once Windows is installed, you will be prompted to create a user account. Enter your desired user name and click Next
- Enter your password, password hint, and click Next
- Choose your privacy settings and click Next
- Wait for Windows to prepare your desktop, and you’re done!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Will Windows 7 run on my old PC?
It depends on the specifications of your PC. However, the system requirements are much lower than those of Windows 10, so it is possible.
2. What should I do if I encounter an error during the installation?
If you encounter an error during the installation, you should check the error message for more information or consult online forums for possible solutions. You can also try restarting the installation or running a system scan to check for any errors.
