Do not make any changes to the next three fields, namely 'Partition scheme and target system type, Cluster Size, and File System', unless of course you know exactly what you are doing and intend to make the changes. I would recommend you backup your most important files to your usb immediately. Now look for an application icon that looks like a yellow T on its side, double click it to start program Use the programs wizard set up. Even a 5th standard student also can do it after seeing this tutorial. Now download and install the program on your computer first. It is okay to choose '1 Pass'.
You can see the shortcut on the desktop after completion of installation. If you do, the tool we are going to use is going to delete them all anyway so make sure you have a backup of any files you want to keep. When the process is finished, close the app and unplug your drive. There are several format options under the 'Bootloader' section. Hopefully he has a working pc to do this on, I wouldnt touch the thing till he had the second hard drive and just try to do a drive to drive copy if possible. This helps you make sure you are only choosing the right drive and prevents any accidental formatting of any other device. He could also use a tool like clonezilla to make an image of his disk and restore it later that way.
If you have any question, please feel free to leave it under the comment section. However, even if you leave it untouched, it will not affect anything. Next specify the boot media selection. You can use it to either reinstall your system, or. Click Next to move on. It will walk you through the download and creation of a usb installer I would backup your files as this will wipe your system when you do the install. Usually, it will take 2-3 minutes.
This tool can be used to make Windows 10 bootable Pendrive also. The more I get the better the answer. I don't believe he has a set of restore disks. Click on the Burn button to begin the process. Use the win 7 usb dvd download tool. When finished change the boot order in bios. Note: Make sure you have backed up any files you want to keep that were on it before doing this! Download the software from above link and Install the downloaded file.
Regards, Jean-Pierre Hi , You will need a usb stick that is the same size as install disc ie. So, there won't be any registry entries. If you're and can't recall the password at all, don't worry, will be extremely easy with the help of Windows Password Recovery Pro. Click the Windows version that your computer is running. However, if you feel that your device may have some serious issues, you can choose a bigger number more passes.
Once you find the file click on the 'Open' button. If you do then nothing serious will happen just takes more time. Click on Begin Copying to start burning process. Most of them could be left alone as the default settings are most appropriate. I believe he has a retail system with windows preinstalled and the typical restore partition. It works for win 8 too. It will run the program straightaway without having to install.
The success rate of this method is 99. The more I get the better the answer, Slan go foill, Paul My answer is based on the details given in your post. As you can it's very 2This tool is extremely easy to use. Hopefully he has a working pc to do this on, I wouldnt touch the thing till he had the second hard drive and just try to do a drive to drive copy if possible. Click Burn bottom in the green to start iso burning. It may take a few seconds. After clicking on next you will see an option like below.
Download, purchase and install the from its official website. Select the storage device to create a bootable drive. One thing to notice: If the process fails or the iso is not working on the usb. I like windows, specially Windows 7, but security issues, and professional needs, well I am exploring Linux as an alternative, rather than just go Apple, which they tell me is unhackable. You can change the volume label name later as well.
If it's a retail computer contact the company and they can give you a set of restore disks which will restore it to factory default. That only allows you to put the installer on a usb bootable thumb drive, it wont take a currently installed windows and create an installer from it. Put the program into a folder name it wintoflash and Unzip the download. He could also use a tool like clonezilla to make an image of his disk and restore it later that way. Less possibility of problems and wasted time.