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Setting Up Windows 7 in VirtualBox: A Step-by-Step Guide

To begin setting up VirtualBox on your computer, execute these instructions:

  1. Access this link and choose the Windows Hosts selection from the menu.
  2. The VirtualBox download will commence on your system.
  3. Execute the downloaded VirtualBox setup and proceed by clicking Next.
Attention: If you experience problems during the VirtualBox setup, opt out of the USB feature selection.

To create a new virtual machine in VirtualBox, follow these steps:

  1. Click the New button in the Machine menu.
  2. Name your new Virtual Machine and specify the path to the Windows 7 .iso file, then click Next.
  3. Advice: Check the Skip Unattended Installations box.
  4. Assign a minimum of 2 GB of RAM and advance by clicking Next.
  5. Tip: You may adjust the RAM value as per your system's capabilities and requirements.
  6. Choose to Create a Virtual Hard Disk Now with at least 32 GB for optimal operation, and press Next.
  7. In the Summary window that follows, click Finish.
  8. Click on the three dots next to the Tools menu to access the Windows 7 .iso file through the dropdown, and select Media.
  9. Under the Optical Disks tab, select Add and locate the Windows 7 .iso file.
  10. Initiate the virtual machine by selecting Start.
  11. The installation process for Windows 7 will start.
Notice: For additional guidance on setting up Windows, refer to the article: How to Install Windows 7?.

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