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The tag 'first computer' on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about building or using a first computer, including hardware assembly, operating system installation, and troubleshooting. Topics include installing Windows 7 on an old hard drive, dealing with installation freezes, and sharing nostalgic experiences about early computers like a Radio Shack Model 100 running Windows 3.1. Users seek advice on wiping drives, BIOS settings, and resolving boot issues. The tag reflects common challenges and memories associated with first-time PC building and setup.
  1. Spades4lif3

    Windows 7 Installing Windows 7 on old hard drive

    So I am building my first computer so i bought my new motherboard, processor,etc.. and windows 7, but i am using an old hard drive from my broken computer that has windows xp on it. Before it all gets to my house i was curious on how to wipe the hard drive and install windows 7. Can anyone...
  2. MikeHawthorne

    Windows 7 What was your first computer?

    Hi Guys Since this is Windows discussion I'm interested in what everyone had for their first computer, and when and why you got it. My first computer was a Radio Shack Model 100 or something like that, running Windows 3.1. I had previously worked on one barrowed for the summer from the...
    • MikeHawthorne
    • Thread
    • 3d games digital art first computer floppy drive gaming community gaming history hard drive hp online gaming photoshop radio shack retro computing rpg sound card system specs tomb raider ultima upgrade video games windows 3.1
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. N

    Windows 7 Win7 install freeze/starting windows screen

    I just built my first computer. Specs are in my profile. I can get into BIOS and the motherboard's onboard OS. BIOS recognizes both my HDDs, both my optical drives, all of my RAM (3x2GB), my CPU, etc. I have the most current version of the BIOS. I can not install Windows 7. I have tried 3...
    • NRVOUS77
    • Thread
    • 32-bit 64-bit bios boot drive dvd drive error resolution first computer freezing hardware compatibility hdd installation onboard os operating system pc build ram start screen status bar troubleshooting user help windows 7
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
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