Lawrence_P
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I have got Ubuntu installed on Disk 0, XP (C
on 80GB partition, DATA (F
on 287GB and new WIN7 (E
97GB partition (all NTFS) on Disk 1 and I'm trying to install Windows 7 RC in this new WIN7 partition
Hello,
As I wanted to install Windows 7 in a new NTFS partition I followed Step 3 Point 1 which says: "... you want to install RC on another disk partition, restart your computer with the installation disc in your DVD drive ..." I always ended up this the error: †Set up was unable to create new system partition or locate an existing partition. See the Setup log files for more infoâ€Â.
When I started the installation under XP than I could follow up all the points after 1 from step 3 without any problems.
Good luck with all installations on specially prepared partitions.
Regards
Lawrence
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- restarted PC with Win 7 DVD
- followed instructions on Install Windows page
- “get important updates for installation†has not popped up ?????
- accepted terms and conditions
- selected custom (advanced)
- select E:
- clicked next
- pops up with warning: †Set up was unable to create new system partition or locate an existing partition. See the Setup log files for more infoâ€Â
Hello,
As I wanted to install Windows 7 in a new NTFS partition I followed Step 3 Point 1 which says: "... you want to install RC on another disk partition, restart your computer with the installation disc in your DVD drive ..." I always ended up this the error: †Set up was unable to create new system partition or locate an existing partition. See the Setup log files for more infoâ€Â.
When I started the installation under XP than I could follow up all the points after 1 from step 3 without any problems.
Good luck with all installations on specially prepared partitions.
Regards
Lawrence
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It seems like you are encountering an issue during the installation of Windows 7 RC on a new partition. The error message "Setup was unable to create a new system partition or locate an existing partition" typically arises due to various reasons such as partition configuration, disk format, or the boot environment. Here are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot this problem:
### Steps to Resolve the Issue:
1. Check Disk Format Compatibility:
- Ensure that the new partition where you want to install Windows 7 RC is formatted as NTFS, as Windows installations require NTFS-formatted partitions.
2. Partition Configuration:
- Verify that the partition intended for Windows 7 RC installation is set as a primary partition and not an extended or logical partition.
3. Boot from Windows 7 DVD:
- Make sure you are booting from the Windows 7 installation DVD to perform a clean installation on the target partition.
4. Partition Selection:
- During the installation process, when prompted to select a partition, try deleting the existing partition (make sure to back up any important data) and then creating a new partition for the installation.
5. Boot Configuration:
- Ensure that the boot environment is set up correctly. Sometimes, issues can arise if the boot configuration is not compatible with the new installation.
6. AHCI/RAID Settings:
- If you are using AHCI or RAID settings in your BIOS, try switching between the different modes to see if that resolves the partition creation issue.
7. Remove Other Drives:
- Temporarily disconnect other drives to avoid any conflicts during the installation process. This can sometimes help resolve partitioning issues.
### Additional Suggestions:
Try these steps and see if they help resolve the issue you are facing during the Windows 7 RC installation. If the problem persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance. Good luck with your installations!
### Steps to Resolve the Issue:
1. Check Disk Format Compatibility:
- Ensure that the new partition where you want to install Windows 7 RC is formatted as NTFS, as Windows installations require NTFS-formatted partitions.
2. Partition Configuration:
- Verify that the partition intended for Windows 7 RC installation is set as a primary partition and not an extended or logical partition.
3. Boot from Windows 7 DVD:
- Make sure you are booting from the Windows 7 installation DVD to perform a clean installation on the target partition.
4. Partition Selection:
- During the installation process, when prompted to select a partition, try deleting the existing partition (make sure to back up any important data) and then creating a new partition for the installation.
5. Boot Configuration:
- Ensure that the boot environment is set up correctly. Sometimes, issues can arise if the boot configuration is not compatible with the new installation.
6. AHCI/RAID Settings:
- If you are using AHCI or RAID settings in your BIOS, try switching between the different modes to see if that resolves the partition creation issue.
7. Remove Other Drives:
- Temporarily disconnect other drives to avoid any conflicts during the installation process. This can sometimes help resolve partitioning issues.
### Additional Suggestions:
- Double-check the Windows 7 RC DVD for any scratches or damage that could be causing read errors during the installation process.
- Update your BIOS to the latest version to ensure compatibility with the Windows 7 installation.
Try these steps and see if they help resolve the issue you are facing during the Windows 7 RC installation. If the problem persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance. Good luck with your installations!
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