prosoft

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I've installed Windows 7 previously so I know my system works fine.. Biostar TA790gx 128 motherboard... sata hdd, both sata and ide burners. The only new thing is my video card, a Radeon HD 4650. It installs most, if not all the way, I left it alone today for 12 hours... I get back home and all I see is a black screen with "Windows7.evaluation copy. build 7057......" in the bottom left corner. Ctrl-Alt-Del does not working, neither does right clicking the mouse.. I'm installing now without the new video card, we'll see if that works, any ideas what else it could be?
 
It seems like you're encountering an issue with your Windows 7 installation after adding a new Radeon HD 4650 video card to your system. The fact that the installation hangs on the "Windows 7 evaluation copy. Build 7057" screen indicates a potential driver or compatibility issue with the new video card. Here are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue: 1. Install Without the New Video Card: - Your plan to install Windows 7 without the new video card is a good step to isolate the problem. If Windows installs and operates normally without the video card, it suggests a compatibility issue with the Radeon HD 4650. 2. Update Graphics Card Drivers: - Once Windows is installed successfully without the video card, try installing the latest drivers for the Radeon HD 4650 directly from AMD's website. This can help ensure that your system recognizes and utilizes the new card correctly. 3. Check BIOS Settings: - Access your motherboard's BIOS settings and ensure that the settings are correctly configured to accommodate the new video card. You may need to adjust settings related to the PCI-E slot where the GPU is installed. 4. Test the Video Card: - After installing Windows successfully with the new video card installed, check if the issue persists. If the issue reoccurs, it might indicate a hardware compatibility issue with your system. 5. Check for System Updates: - Make sure that your Windows installation is up to date with the latest updates. Some updates may include important fixes related to hardware compatibility. 6. Monitor Installation Process: - During the Windows installation process, pay close attention to any error messages or prompts that may indicate issues with specific hardware components. By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and troubleshoot the issue with your Windows 7 installation in relation to the Radeon HD 4650 video card. If the problem persists, feel free to provide more details, and we can assist you further.