Guide to Installing Windows 7

To initiate a clean Windows 7 installation using a USB bootable drive, adhere to these instructions:

1. Power up your PC to load Windows normally; insert the Windows 7 DVD or USB and restart your machine.
2. The system should boot using the Windows 7 USB. Hit any key when prompted with the Press any key to boot from CD or DVD message.

Note: If you restart and Windows loads instead, adjust the boot sequence in your PC's BIOS to prioritize the DVD.
3. Upon restarting, when you see the manufacturer's logo, press the BOOT menu key—commonly F2, F10, F11, F12 or Del.

4. Modify the boot sequence to USB first.
5. Within the setup interface, choose your preferred language, time and currency settings, and input method, then click Next.

6. Click Install now to commence installation.

7. Agree to the license terms and proceed by clicking Next.

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

9. Choose the installation drive by looking at the Total size column for the most space in GB and click Next.
Note: Determine the appropriate drive by its storage capacity.

10. Click Next, and Windows will commence the installation on your PC.

11. Following several restarts, personalise your PC by naming it and selecting Next.

12. Secure your account with a password or proceed without one by clicking Next.

13. Input the product key now. Click Next.
Note: It is crucial to input the product key now to ensure the correct edition of Windows 7 is installed.

14. Select Use recommended settings for integrated Windows protection.

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

16. For Network Settings, select the best fit or opt for a standard configuration. Choose Work network.

17. Shortly, Windows 7 will be fully operational on your computer.