04-21-2012 01:03 AM - last edited on 03-06-2024 08:52 PM by ROGBot
04-21-2012 01:57 AM
04-21-2012 09:59 AM
04-21-2012 10:07 AM
iamjuice wrote:
The laptop actually didnt come with any CD/DVD and barely a user manual. I have an old Win 7 64bit disc that I have installed on all of my previous machines that works fine. It seems the biggest obstacle is backing up the drivers. Should I just find the drivers folder in the Windows directory and just make a copy of that or do I need to do something else?
04-21-2012 10:20 AM
BrodyBoy wrote:
Since you want a clean install, I would recommend the following:
- (Optional) Go ahead and turn it on and go through the first-time-use setup
- Use the computer for a couple days to test the hardware and make sure it's not defective (no point in upgrading it if you have to exchange it for some reason!)
- (Optional) Use AI Recovery to make a set of recovery DVDs
- Physically remove the system hard drive with your new SSD
- Perform a clean Windows 7 Home Premium installation...using a new Windows installer (you can download & make this yourself)
- Install only the essential drivers....there are about 10 or so for the G74 (these are all available online)
04-21-2012 10:24 AM
iamjuice wrote:
Thanks for the input. I suppose I should test it out first. I just know how retailers can bog down the system with unnecessary stuff. I will try the suggested stuff and get back with everyone in a few days after my findings.
04-24-2012 09:16 AM
BrodyBoy wrote:
Since you want a clean install, I would recommend the following:
- Perform a clean Windows 7 Home Premium installation...using a new Windows installer (you can download & make this yourself)
- Install only the essential drivers....there are about 10 or so for the G74 (these are all available online)
04-24-2012 11:28 AM
iamjuice wrote:
I've been searching around Windows page but cant for the life of me find where to download the Windows installer for the New version. Please help 😄
Thanks
04-24-2012 12:01 PM
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