Thread: Help With PC Build
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Old 25-09-2008, 13:03   #54
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Re: Help With PC Build
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Originally Posted by terryw View Post
No not done that. Is this required before i even begin the OS install.
Up to now all i have done is build the PC and got onto BIOS-have only changed the BOOT option to CD/DVD, all other BIOS settings have not be touched.
Sounds like we're making some headway with this. Glad to get the fan issues clarified anyway so at least I'm reassured you're not risking meltdown.

The bios settings in outline Terry.. Yes it's important to set the boot order as you have done, so the system will boot from your OS cd and start installing the system. The other important part of the setup is to get the hard disk settings correct so the system can 'see' a primary boot device. It has to know where to look for the system disk and until that is defined correctly you'll not be able to install windows.
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