Restart your computer, and then start Windows 7 from the installation disc or USB flash drive as previously described. Save the setting changes, and then exit the BIOS. (The USB flash drive might be listed under 'Removable devices' or something similar.) Select your DVD drive or USB flash drive as the first startup device.

Boot order settings might also be listed under 'Advanced settings' or something similar. On the BIOS setup screen, choose the option called 'Boot order,' or something similar. If the Windows logo appears, you need to try again by waiting until the Windows logon prompt appears, and then shutting down and restarting your computer again. Usually, you must press a key (such as F2, F12, Delete, Esc) or a key combination immediately after you turn on your computer but before Windows starts. Procedures vary depending on the BIOS manufacturer. If you don't have either of those choices, you can create a system repair disc to access system recovery options. To use system recovery options, you'll need a Windows installation disc or access to the recovery options provided by your computer manufacturer. On the startup menu, choose 'BIOS setup,' or 'BIOS settings,' or something similar. Windows 7 System recovery options can help you repair Windows if a serious error occurs. Newer computers often display a startup (or boot) menu.

Turn on your computer, insert the Windows 7 installation disc or USB flash drive, and then restart your computer. The BIOS interface is designed for advanced users, and it's possible to change a setting that could prevent your computer from starting correctly. Warning: Be careful when changing BIOS settings.

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