To all who take the time to read this and reply thanks in advance. Situation is as follows:
I just recently inherited an Asus laptop.
Specs here: http/www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220483
The hardware is in perfect condition but the os is not. It currently has ubuntu installed. After boot and splash screen the following error appears:
http/tinyurl.com/7jqgg44
I am technically inclined but dont know how to code. This is my first pc in years as Ive switched from OSX. I do have access to another pc to complete necessary tasks. With some clear instructions Im sure I can pull off the following...
I have no familiarity with ubuntu and no desire to keep it. There's nothing on the hdd that needs to be preserved so a clean wipe is an option and preferred.
What I'd like to do and need help with is:
1. Removing ubuntu.
2. Format the hdd for windows.
3. Install windows.
I have a copy of Windows 7 update (legit) on its way in the mail so in the mean time Id like to prep.
After some research my plan of attack was going to be something like:
1. Download killdisk (shareware).
2. Create a bootable killdisk (need help on how to do this on pc) and wipe the hdd.
3. Download ubuntu and create a bootable for the sole purpose of formatting the drive, not installing the os. (fat32?)
4. Find an active copy of winXP slipstreamed with SP3. (prolly usenet)
5. Upgrade to Win7 with my legit and payed for copy.
Id like to accomplish 1-4 while my win7 arrives if possible. Im not sure how to execute all the necessary actions so step-by-step is appreciated.
Feel free to email me at axisofdarkness@ymail.com if for some reason thats preferable to here on the forum. Lookin forward to meeting the help!
I just recently inherited an Asus laptop.
Specs here: http/www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834220483
The hardware is in perfect condition but the os is not. It currently has ubuntu installed. After boot and splash screen the following error appears:
http/tinyurl.com/7jqgg44
I am technically inclined but dont know how to code. This is my first pc in years as Ive switched from OSX. I do have access to another pc to complete necessary tasks. With some clear instructions Im sure I can pull off the following...
I have no familiarity with ubuntu and no desire to keep it. There's nothing on the hdd that needs to be preserved so a clean wipe is an option and preferred.
What I'd like to do and need help with is:
1. Removing ubuntu.
2. Format the hdd for windows.
3. Install windows.
I have a copy of Windows 7 update (legit) on its way in the mail so in the mean time Id like to prep.
After some research my plan of attack was going to be something like:
1. Download killdisk (shareware).
2. Create a bootable killdisk (need help on how to do this on pc) and wipe the hdd.
3. Download ubuntu and create a bootable for the sole purpose of formatting the drive, not installing the os. (fat32?)
4. Find an active copy of winXP slipstreamed with SP3. (prolly usenet)
5. Upgrade to Win7 with my legit and payed for copy.
Id like to accomplish 1-4 while my win7 arrives if possible. Im not sure how to execute all the necessary actions so step-by-step is appreciated.
Feel free to email me at axisofdarkness@ymail.com if for some reason thats preferable to here on the forum. Lookin forward to meeting the help!