Illustrated installation secrets for the Windows 7 RC version

Over the past week I have installed and upgraded rc--laptops and desktops in a number of different systems, some with compatible touchscreen panels, some without, some with TV modules and Blu-ray drives. Both new installation and upgrade, there are x86 version, there are x64 version. These steps are all recorded.

In this article, I'd like to share 7 lessons I've learned all the way, including some of the windows experts who don't even know the installation secrets.

Secret 1: Select the appropriate installation option

Secret 2: Start by cleaning up the disk

Secret 3: First back up your old drive

Secret 4: A new, non-destructive installation

Secret 5: The required disk space is smaller than you might think.

Secret 6: Unlock the way from the Windows 7 Beta upgrade

Secret 7: Unlock additional editors

Secret 1: Select the appropriate installation option

You have downloaded an ISO image from Microsoft's website and burned it on a DVD. Now what? At this point, you have 2 options for running the installer from this newly created medium. compatibility issues and the installation process for Windows vary depending on your choice.

If you already have Windows XP, Vista, or earlier versions of Windows 7 in your system that you plan to install Windows 7, you can start the installer from Windows. Alternatively, you can boot the system from the installation media (this may require the BIOS settings to change the boot device entry). Either way, you'll see a dialog box with the following diagram: