Windows 7 Windows 7 Lite help!

It sounds like you are encountering challenges when trying to install Windows 7 on your newer laptop, which has an error related to the boot Microsoft boot BCD file. Here are a few suggestions to try and troubleshoot this issue: 1. Legacy BIOS vs. UEFI: Ensure that your laptop's BIOS settings are configured to support legacy BIOS mode (like MBR) or UEFI mode (for GPT). Different laptops have different compatibility requirements. 2. Secure Boot and Fast Boot: Disable Secure Boot and Fast Boot features in your BIOS settings, as they might be restricting the installation process. 3. Check the Boot Order: Verify that your bootable USB with Windows 7 is set as the primary boot device. Sometimes, the boot order can impact the installation process. 4. Create a New Bootable USB: Try creating a new bootable USB drive for Windows 7 using a reliable tool, as the issue could be related to the USB creation process. 5. Run Startup Repair: If you encounter the BCD error during the MBR installation attempt, you can try running the Startup Repair tool from the installation media to fix potential boot issues. 6. BIOS Update: Check if there are any BIOS updates available for your laptop. Updating the BIOS to the latest version can sometimes resolve compatibility issues. 7. Driver Support: Confirm that your laptop's hardware, such as the Intel UHD 600 graphics, is compatible with Windows 7 and that drivers are available for it. If you continue to experience the issue after trying these steps, providing more specific details about the error message could help in diagnosing the problem further.