Mac - Complete Guide to Installing Windows 7 With Boot Camp

[randomvidmaker1]

How do I partition my hard drive without erasing any data?

[attstrpure]

@randomvidmaker1 Partitioning one Macintosh hard drive into two parts using the steps in the video should not delete any data/files on your Mac OS. After you have installed Windows on the other partition, however, and wish to make the Windows partition bigger or smaller, you must combine the two partitions (erasing the Windows data but, again, not the Mac data) and then repartition the hard drive. In any case, you should not be losing files from your Mac OS.

[DBoss6969]

i did it without using a cd key but now i have a wireless internet problem

[attstrpure]

@DBoss6969 I don't know why not having a key would specifically affect the internet... try using an ethernet cable first.

[maxvanN]

Do you know if I am able to do this with the OEM version?

[attstrpure]

@maxvanN Yes, I have the 64-bit OEM version! I have installed and reinstalled it on my mac many, many times :P

[DvSLies]

My disk won't burn for some reason. It says i need a different type of disk but i tried and it still didnt work

[attstrpure]

@DvSLies Make sure it is a REwriteable DVD (can be written to more than once).

[ZupPotatoes1]

how can i do this without a dvd???

[attstrpure]

@ZupPotatoes1 I'm not sure you can; you'll have to look up ways to do it with a usb, or how manufacturers install it on netbooks etc.

[Nessilo]

I cant get my internet driver to work? what to do?

[attstrpure]

@Nessilo Ohgawd, that sounds like it sucks... I guess go through any troubleshooting steps you would with a laptop? Try a cable if you're not already.

[mikesmusic1988]

do you absolutely need the mac install disks after you install windows? i lost my install disk. it looks like you u only used to get bootcamp on windows... i this really needed?

[attstrpure]

@mikesmusic1988 I believe they're only used to install drivers; how important they are to the function of the computer, I don't know. You could always try it and see what happens ;P

[xlFusionReaperlx]

yer thanks i figured out

[xlFusionReaperlx]

i cant get back onto my mac

[attstrpure]

@xlFusionReaperlx Hold the options key when starting up.

[attstrpure]

@DjEdgarHimmelreich It should not be =)

[attstrpure]

@DjEdgarHimmelreich There has been a bluetooth icon on Windows 7 from the start; however, I used a wired keyboard and mouse during installation, so bluetooth may not be activated until after Windows 7 is fully installed. I suggest borrowing a wired keyboard and mouse from a friend or getting a cheap one somewhere for the installation.

[LOLentertainMen]

can u ever un install windows?

[attstrpure]

@LOLentertainMen Yes! All you have to do is go to the boot camp assistant on Mac and combine the partitions. I've had to re-install Windows several times due to needing more space, viruses, etc.

[LOLentertainMen]

@attstrpure thanks and u have one of the best videos for this subject!!!!!

SUB!!!

[SmartOwnage]

i installed it but i dont have any sounds, help me please

[attstrpure]

@SmartOwnage You may have to download audio drivers, or you can search Google for the problem. Make sure you're not using an illegal ("bootleg") copy of W7.

[attstrpure]

@xxcarmaxx You have to install the operating system somehow.

[m4airsoftmaster]

is thier a way to make bootcamp load windows without pressing options during boot so like i just press the power button on my macbook then walk away and come back and its on windows

[attstrpure]

@m4airsoftmaster Yes, it's really easy. Just open up the BootCamp control panel in either mac or windows and choose the default startup disk as Windows.

[jex422]

I already have windows vista on my bootcamp but i going to buy windows 7 do I need to uninstall windows vista and then install windows 7 or can i start right away with install windows 7?

[attstrpure]

@jex422 You should look around to see if you can upgrade your Vista partition to Windows 7, but your safest bet would be to back up any files you need, uninstall Vista using Boot Camp (on Mac) and then do a clean install of Windows 7 using Boot Camp.

[cwgp]

I install windows 7 home premium 64 bits on my imac with the boot camp, but when I insert the the leopard dvd and try to start said: boot camp x64 is on supported on this computer model, what i can do?

[attstrpure]

@cwgp Did you mean it's NOT supported? That's odd, because any fairly recent mac SHOULD support Windows 7 x64... I'm not sure exactly what to do here. I'd say your first step would be to call Apple tech support. If that fails, buy a Snow Leopard upgrade disk, upgrade your mac to Snow Leopard, then try installing Windows 7 with Boot Camp. Good luck!

[MadDogMeh]

I thought you were on a Mac, but at 3:13 is shows a ACER monitor

[attstrpure]

@MadDogMeh I am on a mac, and I'm dual-booting Windows 7 using Bootcamp. I use a Mac Pro, which only comes with a tower, not a monitor. Buying a $1,000 Apple monitor = nty.

[MadDogMeh]

@attstrpure I see, thank you :)

[Flurgal]

@attstrpure r0fl

[rAmpAg324]

i installed this on a macbook but i cant use my wireless. and i can't locate where to activate my wireless please help

[attstrpure]

@rAmpAg324 I don't have wireless internet. Try going to Start - Control Panel - Network and Internet. It should be somewhere in there.

[rAmpAg324]

@attstrpure must be a driver and all but i cant even update and run the wireless. i really dont know

[maucordoba]

what's the song in the background???

[attstrpure]

@maucordoba eep, I didn't put credits! Sorry, I can't remember the names of them, but they're both by the band Boys Like Girls. One of them is The Great Escape.

[saifty2007]

You are a BOSS. Thanks for such a great video :)

[Thedude2294]

Disregard my first two questions... The RC is now in-obtainable though the link provided...

[attstrpure]

@Thedude2294

Sorry about that, I'll remove the link =/

I got Windows 7 for about $100 from NewEgg, by buying the OEM version. Basically, if you install the OEM version, it can ONLY be installed on that computer, until you uninstall it and call in to microsoft to get it renewed. Windows 7 actuallly arrived yesterday, I installed it using Boot Camp as usual, and it's fantastic. So, if you don't mind the OEM restrictions and don't want to pay $200 for the retail version... I suggest getting that

[Thedude2294]

Okay well I am going to start here... Is the Windows 7 software free? Also about how long did the download take?? Also just a side note I completely and totally <3 you because you play Runescape and have a mac <33

[attstrpure]

@RandomDoomsday15

Oh! Can you tell me anything about what's on the package?Does it say anything about just being an upgrade disk? How much was it? If it was $100-200, it is probably a full install disk.

[attstrpure]

If it's an upgrade disk, I seriously doubt it would work, as with those it probably checks for a previous version of Windows before allowing the install. If it's a full OS install disk, then it may work.

[ChrisMHutchins]

how big of a disc would u need?

[attstrpure]

The RC .iso file is 2.5gb; For the full version of Windows 7, any regular blank DVD should be fine. (I wouldn't think the Windows 7 .iso file would be more than 4gb)

[skyblue2567]

omg i just payed 300 for this but guess what it says error and i put in the 64 bit one its a dvd when i was formatting where you select bootcamp and it said error :( 3 times and now my mac is screwed up how do i uninstall it cause im gonna try the 32 bit one but just so u know i partioned it to 85 gbs for windows is that why it doesnt work? please please please help me with it.

[farwest2010]

Hi Attstrpure: Thanks for posting your tutorial. It was well done and easy to follow. I am planning on installing Windows 7Pro on my daughter's Mac. We seem to be missing the Leopard disk that came with the computer...but she has just purchased the upgrade to OS 10.5 (Snow Leopard). At the point in the Windows installation where we have to update the windows drivers (for video card, bluetooth, etc) would the OS 10.5 upgrade disk have those files on it? Thanks for your thoughts on this.

[attstrpure]

@farwest2010

I too have upgraded to Snow Leopard, but I'm not sure whether the disk is a full OS install, or just an upgrade. However, I don't see any reason why it would harm the computer. I'd say, just try to pop it in and open bootcamp (on windows) and see if it'll install the drivers. I would offer to send you the files from my Install disk, but I think they're only usable by my Mac Pro.

If the Snow leopard disk doesn't work, try searching around on Google or YouTube for your answer. =)

[skyblue2567]

nvm i uninstalled it but why does mine say error everytime im at the part where it says expanding where u say it may seem stuck and 0 well it says error every dam time sigh figures for me

[attstrpure]

I had another thought: If the Snow Leopard disk doesn't work for you, and you can't find the Leopard installation disk, you could try going to an apple store. I bet someone there could find a replacement Leopard disk to give or sell to you. Hopefully you'll have better luck there; I'm hardly a pro at this, so I'm sorry I couldn't help you more than this.

[JohnandParis]

i cant even find the download link thing? little help. please.

[attstrpure]

@JohnandParis

The Windows 7 Release Candidate is no longer available for free download. To get Windows 7, you must buy it.

[JohnandParis]

@attstrpure oh ok well thx anyways ^_^

[attstrpure]

Sorry about that =/ But i'm sure you could easily find a way to get it for free ^.^

[bomaster17]

does bot camp work with 64 bit versions of mac if u have 4gb ram? or does it only take 32 bit...?

[attstrpure]

Yeah, 64-bit Windows installs perfectly fine. All mac osx is 64-bit, so yeah, it works.

[usamaki10]

for some reason, the wifi is not working at all...

no networks even show up...

did i do something wrong?

[attstrpure]

I'm not sure how to help you, as I use a wired connection. However, you can try clicking start, searching for "device manager" and opening it. You can then try searching for your wireless card or network connection (mine's under "Network adapters", but again, I'm using a wired connection). I hope this helps =) message/comment with any other questions.

[TheShakty1]

do you have a mac pro that's connected to an acer monitor? lol

[attstrpure]

@TheShakty1

Yeah, mac pro doesn't come with a monitor, just a tower. This was fairly cheap and big (23" i believe) and apple monitors are VERY expensive. The acer just... works =D

[TheShakty1]

true... but what you dont get is a camera =[

[attstrpure]

Meh, I have no use for a webcam, and I have a camcorder.

[TheShakty1]

lol okay thenn btw really good video :D

[redstarEZLN]

good video. it really helps my cousin recommended me this video. I have a question, can you install windows 7 on a mac with ust the upgrade cd? i had a free upgrade from hp, so i was wondering if i could use it instead of having to buy windows 7. thanks a lot.

[attstrpure]

@redstarEZLN

You can try it, but I would assume not. I think an upgrade CD would only install Windows 7 once it recognized you have a previous version of Windows already installed. Sorry =/

[lovedancing1996]

is the rc downloadable, i don't see it on the link or do you have to buy it?

[attstrpure]

Sorry, the rc was only available for download a few months ago. You have to buy Windows 7 now.

[attstrpure]

Sorry, I can't help you with upgrading to Windows 7 from Xp. This is a Mac guide.

[AdiT306]

If My Mac is a Snow leopard.

Do I need to insert my snow leopard disc or my Leopard disc?

[attstrpure]

I used my Leopard disk during the installation, and have upgraded to Snow Leopard since. I'm assuming you upgraded, and your mac did not come with Snow Leopard. I suggest, after installing Windows 7, to put your Leopard disk in first to install drivers, then try your Snow Leopard disk second to make sure there aren't any more to install.

[QuantumLeap365]

Excellent tutorial, thanks for walking me through the process. :-D

[Mikkel8P]

That makes no sense at all. Is it illegal yes or no ?

[attstrpure]

Oh, crap. I meant of course it's LEGAL. Sorry about that. Yes, everything about this is completely legal.

[Mikkel8P]

When you install windows with bootcamp, how do you get Internet Explorer on the windows part ?

[attstrpure]

Internet explorer is made by Microsoft, it comes with any version of windows =P

[Mikkel8P]

Thank you

[Mikkel8P]

Btw is it illegal ? And is the windows 7 u use, is that a demo ?

[Mikkel8P]

Its an acer computer ???

[attstrpure]

No, this is a mac lol.

[AirsoftSniper727]

cool video, shit song

[AgentMonkey329]

I have one of the top iMacs from 2009, what one should I download? 32 or 64 bit? any insight on that??? what are the differences?

[attstrpure]

64-bit basically enables you to use the extra ram on your computer, if you have more than 4gb. 32-bit only uses 4gb of your ram. I assume your iMac has 2-4gb of ram? If it has more, you can go for 64-bit, if not, definitely do not go 64-bit. Most programs are still 32-bit, and while 64-bit windows can still run 32-bit programs, they may run slower or have unintentional results. When I installed 64-bit Windows, Sony Vegas ran slowly, which is why I switched to 32-bit. It works perfectly.

[AgentMonkey329]

Awesome, thanks a lot :P

[SomeSlyGuy1]

question, why wont the the product key load, all i get is the loading screen with the little green circle and it just never is showing up??

[attstrpure]

In one of SoldierKnowsBest's videos, he said it might be a problem with Safari. Try downloading Mozilla Firefox and see if it will load then.

[josezamm]

lets say that after a while i decide im not gonna use windows anymore. is there anyway to delete windows 7 to have more space on my mac?

[attstrpure]

Yes, it is very easy to do. In fact, I did it a few days ago when I switched from 64- to 32-bit Windows. You simply go to the boot camp assistant (on mac) and choose to manage/edit your partitions, and delete the boot camp partition. It only takes a minute to regain the space.

[kirbyrocks7887]

Would you happen to know what types of macs you can do this on?

[attstrpure]

Any mac that can use the Boot Camp assistant. I'm not sure if you can do it on any operating system before Leopard, but you can take a look around in the Boot Camp manual or search the Apple site to find out.

[Pur3deZir3]

very complicated

[rsownt228]

weres the link :S

[attstrpure]

Sorry about not putting the link for windows 7 in the description. If you haven't found it yet, it's there now =)