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    Clean install Windows 7 On SSD T430

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by SirTim, Oct 28, 2012.

  1. SirTim

    SirTim Newbie

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    Hey Forum.
    Help much appreciated

    Need some help with installing my factory installed Windows 7 on my new SSD.
    I have no idea how to do this without the Windows DVD/CD, which is how I have installed Windows OS in the past.
    I have tried using the lenovo think vantage tool and create boot media, however it will only let me do this on the HDD that came with the machine.
    I have no DVD/CD drive also I ordered my T430 with the ultrabay caddy HHD.

    Any Help is much appreciated, thanks guys.
     
    SirTim, Oct 28, 2012
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  2. PatchySan

    PatchySan Om Noms Kit Kat

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    You can follow my guide which shows you how to clean install Windows 7 on your T430, DVD/CD drive is not required for the process as long you have a spare USB flash drive.
     
    PatchySan, Oct 28, 2012
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