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If you are trying to find a way to upgrade to Windows 7 from Windows Vista, then simply follow the 6-steps below and you will be able to do it all by yourself.

Each step is accompanied by an indicative screenshot for ease of mirroring the action.

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Steps to Upgrade to Windows 7 from Windows Vista

STEP 1 Start Setup

The first step is to insert the DVD into the drive and start the setup for upgrade.

STEP 2 Copy Files

Now it is time to click on the 'Install now' option in the Windows 7 set up and the set up will start copying the files required for installation. In the 'Get important updates for installation' page, try and get the latest updates for the security of your system.

STEP 3 Accept license terms

Now the licensing page appears. Just accept the license terms, click 'I accept the license terms,' and then click 'Next.'

STEP 4 Upgrade

In the next step, click 'Upgrade' on the 'Which type of installation do you want?' page if you want to upgrade from existing installation.

STEP 5 Checking

Here, the installation checks for compatibility for upgrade and gives an error report if any installed applications is not compatible with Windows 7. In such a case, you will need to uninstall the programs before you start the upgrade.

STEP 6 Start upgrading

Now the upgrading process starts. Just follow the steps on the screen to configure final Windows 7.

 

We have used the installation DVD for Windows 7 upgrade from Windows Vista as per your requirement. We recommend that you check the security settings of the newly installed Windows 7 and install antivirus software to protect your PC from external threats.

If you face any problems related to your computer, operating system, software applications or peripheral devices like printers, MP3 players, digital cameras etc. then call iYogi and we'll fix it.

 

About the Author

Ryan Simon is a Microsoft Certified technician working at iYogi, which is a leading technical service provider for Windows 7. The company's Microsoft Certified Technicians are dedicated to proper computer repair. iYogi also provides help to upgrade to windows 7 from Vista ,virus removal,harddrive optimization etc

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