How to install an operating system on this computer?

What key should I press when the computer starts to run boot menu? I don't know how on this computer start the installation of the operating system from the installation disk. Help me, please.

If you are trying to perform a factory restore, repeatedly tap the F11 key at boot to enter the recovery partition. Follow the screen instructions.
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How to install an operating system on your hard disk,

So when I try to start my laptop a black screen comes up with:
Boot Device Not Found
Please Install an operating system on your hard disk.
Hard disk (3F0)
F2 System Diagnostics
For more information, please visit: www.hp.com/techcenter/startup
Someone please help

JoJo11 wrote:
So when I try to start my laptop a black screen comes up with:
Boot Device Not Found
Please Install an operating system on your hard disk.
Hard disk (3F0)
F2 System Diagnostics
For more information, please visit: www.hp.com/techcenter/startup
Someone please help
Would seem to indicate your HDD has gone bad and needs to be replaced. To Restore you computer back you need to get the recovery media to reformat back to factory install to get your computer back and working. If under warranty you will have to contact HP support to fix this problem but you will somehow need to get the recovery media to restore it back to factory install.
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How to install an operating system on my hp pavilion by booting

my hp pavalion is not responding to install os windows 8.1 by booting..

Is this an upgrade version or full retail version, DVD or USB? What is the full make of your computer HP 20-XXXX, replace the X's with the numbers.
Have you changed the boot order in the BIOS?
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Installing Multiple Operating Systems with grub and Arch Linux

NOTE: Please keep in mind that there are many different ways to achieve this same result using various loop and ramdisk methods, read this with a separate window to jot down your comments and suggestions... this is ongoing for me so any help would be appreciated!
Read the full article at Install Multiple Os without cds
This is my first post and I plan on making this topic an official HOWTO with www.tldp.org.
I have been into the computer security scene since 1990, but I realized that I had very little experience with the various LInux, Unix, and alternative Operating systems out there.
I have a CD-RW drive but being a struggling computer security researcher I had no money for blank cd-recordables. What follows is how I managed to install various operating systems on my computer (1 hard drive) without having to burn to a CD the ISO and then boot from that.
I first partitioned my 120GB harddrive into 10 partitions, the 2nd partition is a small swap and the last partition is extra large because it holds all the ISO images..
I then wrote a small shell script to automatically download (I love wget!) the following.
OpenBSD
IpCOP
Libranet
Arch-Linux
Fire
Local Area Security
Packet Master
Devil-Linux
FreeBSD
Knoppix
Helix
Gentoo
Yoper-Linux
NetBSD
RedHat
Slackware
The script also downloaded Installation manuals and md5 checksums.. (let me know if I should post... its pretty unsophisticated
I installed Slackware (personal favorite) on hda1 using my last blank CD-R, note that I do not have a separate boot partitino. (Should I?). I also installed grub on the MBR. I love grub, if you read through the man pages and all info you can find about grub, you can learn a whole lot. Grub has much more features and capability than lilo, even though lilo comes installed by default with slack.
I organize my kernel situation as follows... In my /boot directory, I mkdir KERNEL, CONFIG, MAP, INITRD and that is a good way for me to keep my kernels and everything organized.. Another good way is a separate dir for each new kernel.
Since Arch-Linux is a solid distro, I'll use that as a first example.
Here is the Arch-Linux section of my shell script
goge Arch-Linux
$w http://puzzle.dl.sourceforge.net/sourceforge/archlinux/arch-0.6.iso
$w http://unc.dl.sourceforge.net/sourceforge/archlinux/arch-0.6.md5sum
$w http://www.archlinux.org/docs/en/guide/install/arch-install-guide.html
md55
cat arch-0.6.md5sum
md5sum arch-0.6.iso
md55
The first thing to do is to mount the downloaded ISO image so we can use it as if it were an actual CD.
mount -t iso9660 -o ro,loop=/dev/loop0 cdimage /mnt/cdrom
Where cdimage= the ISO image. EX. /usr/local/src/ISO/Linux/Arch-Linux/arch-0.6.iso
This mounts the iso as /mnt/cdrom.
Next you need to copy /mnt/cdrom to a separate partition for the booting process. So mkfs.ext2 /dev/hda9. ( I prefer reiserfs or even XFS to ext but if you use something other than ext2 you could run into some problems because some of the installation kernels and initrds don't include support for reiserfs and so can't recognize the files. Although you could use mkinitrd to create a new initrd with reiserfs support, that might be pushin it IMO... I use the 9th partition consistently for this. I know there is a "right" way to copy the /mnt/cdrom files so everything stays the way it is supposed too, using tar or cpio, but I'm lazy so I just do cp -rp.
(What is the tar or cpio commands to copy with correct permissions etc??)
So you mount the 9th partition as whatever, say /mnt/hd and then copy the files. Now what?
Now edit your /boot/grub/menu.lst file to include the specific options to boot arch-linux installation.
A good idea is to find the isolinux.cfg file somewhere on the distro cd, this will tell you what to include in the menu.lst.
Here is the section in my menu.lst
title Arch Install
root (hd0,8)
kernel /isolinux/vmlinuz load_ramdisk=1 prompt_ramdisk=0 root=/dev/rd/0
initrd=/isolinux/initrd.img
This should be self-explanatory. The root (hd0,8) is pointing to partition 9. So the rest of the commands start from partition 9.
When you experience problems, remember you can always edit the grub boot options by typing 'e' and then edit the section. Also, a good idea is to include several variations in your menu.lst so you can easily try other ways to boot efficiently. And, remember to read up on all the installation guides that come with your distro, specifically, hard-disk installs.
There are special cases, Gentoo, has a semi-new compressed filesystem called squashfs. BTW, this is AWESOME, so check it out. It has to be compiled into the kernel, so some work is in order, but use this recompile to optimize your kernel. You can get the squashfs patch for almost any kernel. I use the latest stable 2.6 kernel. Squashfs is incredible and although I don't think you need it to install from ISO, you do need it to expand the livecd.squashfs filesystem that comes with the cd.
Heres a sample Gentoo section from my menu.lst
title Gentoo Install
root (hd0,8)
kernel /isolinux/gentoo root=/dev/ram0
initrd=/isolinux/gentoo.igz init=/linuxrc acpi=off looptype=squashfs loop=/livecd.squashfs cdroot vga=791 splash=silent
A nother' tip is the shell that is provided if you experience problems, typically busybox or ash. The key tools to get you going from here is mount and chroot. Sometimes you will need to manually create a simulated file system and then chroot into it. For instance, you might have to create boot, etc, bin, directories on the target partition.
I generally install each OS onto the next partition (careful of the logical partition) and add it to my menu.lst after install. A good idea is after installation, copy the kernel and initrd(if there is one) to the slackware(or whatever) boot partition on hda1. I copy kernels to /boot/KERNEL/ and initrd's to /boot/INITRD, then menu.lst is more organized...
You then need to add an updated section to your menu.lst (just comment out the install section for later)
Here is the finished arch-linux section from menu.lst
title Arch Linux 6
root (hd0,2)
kernel /boot/vmlinuz26 ro root=/dev/hdc3
This doesn't use my convenient boot/KERNEL/vmlinuz26 as you can tell by setting the root to partition 3.
***NOTE: Make a backup of MBR using dd and save to floppy, also backup the partition table to floppy, using cfdisk or parted. And boot disks (I use 1 with grub, and 1 with slack, and tomsbootdisk) will invariably come in handy. Tomsbootdisk is recommended, and make the grub boot disk when you install grub. install to floppy.
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The final result after some fun experimenting, is when I boot, I have a cool grub boot screen come up with the option to boot into whatever OS I want, this is handy for multiple reasons. One good thing to do after this is to port scan and vuln scan each OS, after you update of course. Write this stuff down and you will know the weaknesses/strengths of the various OS's.
I can boot a custom Firewall, snort, or multiple honeypots using this procedure, as well as a graphical kde environment with a kernel optimized for graphics and my processor/architecture, or an environment devoted to forensics or even an environment suitable for programming.
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P.S. Some of the cooler alternative operating systems are BeOS 5, EOS, ER_OS, V2_OS, and my personal favorite Menuet. Menuet is 100% assembly graphical operating system that fits on a floppy. Its f'in money!
This should be a good enough example to get you started, this kind of thing should be learned and not just copied... Knowing how to do this stuff could prove to be exceptionally useful...

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Install Problem - Operating System Not Supported

I'm trying to re install an Officejet 8500 onto the same computer it was installed and working for years. I get the following error message:
The Operating System on this computer is not supported.
Curent OS: 601.64
My operting system is Win 7 64 bit.
I have restarted the computer numerous times and the instll program numerous times.

Hey @Snotzalot,
Welcome to the HP Support Forums!
I understand when trying to install your HP Officejet Pro 8500 All-in-One Printer on your Windows 7 64 bit Operating System you are getting the message that the "Current OS: 601.64 is not supported". I would like to assist you today with resolving this issue. Usually the error is triggered by a faulty installer package, or the installer package for the wrong bit Operating System being run. Therefore, I will be running you through some steps to reinstall this printer. However, I will need to you clarify which HP Officejet 8500 series printer you have?
(1) HP Officejet Pro 8500 All-in-One Printer A909 series
(2) HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One Printer A910 series
In the meantime, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Uninstall Device:
It is crucial to have a clean slate to work with for troubleshooting. Therefore, I am going to have you ensure that every trace of your printer has been removed from your computer prior to resolving this issue.
Click on your Start menu
Select All Programs
Select the HP folder
Select your HP Officejet
Select Uninstall
Please follow any onscreen prompts to complete the uninstall. Once the uninstall is complete please proceed to the next step.
Step 2: Clear Temp Files:
Click on your Start menu
In the 'search programs and files' box located right above Start type %temp% and hit enter on your keyboard
When the Temp folder opens, select Ctrl + A at the same time on your keyboard. Everything in this folder will now highlight.
Select the 'delete' button on your keyboard. The Temp folder contains temporary internet files. No actual files or folders on your computer will be affected by deleting the Temp files. Should a Temp file still be used than you will automatically get the pop up to 'skip' that item.
Close the Temp folder once it is emptied
Right click the Recycling Bin on your desktop and select Empty Recycling Bin
Step 3: Install Device:
If you're using the HP Officejet Pro 8500 All-in-One A909a Printer please click here to download the correct Full Feature driver package.
If you're using the HP Officejet Pro 8500A e-All-in-One A910a Printer please click here to download the correct Full Feature driver package.
Should you be using the wireless version of the HP Officejet 8500 series, a different installer package may be required.
Please respond to this post with the result of your troubleshooting. Should you require additional assistance be sure to include your exact printer model number. I look forward to hearing from you!
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I work on behalf of HP
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How do I re-install the operating system on my BlackBerry Torch 9800 - I am sure it is hacked.

Greetings,
Can someone point me to instructions on how to re-install the operating system on a BlackBerry Torch 9800 and then upgrade it to the latest release?
I have done this several times in the past, due to recurring hacking, but have lost the instructions.
Thank you very much for your help.
Regards,
Jean-Pierre
P.S. I would preffer a releas of the OS without any pre-install applicaitons such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn,
and above all, Whastapp. Thank you.

Hi and Welcome to the Community!
The simplest way is to, on a PC (you cannot do this on MAC):
1) Make sure you have a current and complete backup of your BB...you can find complete instructions via the link in my auto-sig below.
2) Uninstall, from your PC, any BB OS packages
3) Make sure you have the BB Desktop Software already installed
http://us.blackberry.com/software/desktop.html
4) Download and install, to your PC, the BB OS package you desire:
http://us.blackberry.com/support/downloads/download_sites.jsp
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C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Research In Motion\AppLoader
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How to re install mac operating system?

what is my problem?
I downloaded a pirated version of Iwork. After that My computer got slower and I am having problems with connecting wifi Internet.
What İ want:
I want to reinstall my Mac operating system and start from new. May be My Mac is affected by virus...
Please tell me how to reinstall mac operating system...
Details of My Macbookpro...
MBP 13.3/2.5/2*2GB/500/SD-ITP
Model no. A1278
Thanks for reading it...

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I'd agree with nbar that you should wipe the hard drive clean and start fresh. (I disagree with him that a secure erase is necessary... that will not make your computer any safer than just erasing normally. The only thing that will do beyond a normal erase is ensure that file recovery software can't recover anything from your hard drive.)
If the instructions for wiping the hard drive are giving you trouble, try my instructions here:
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Launch the Console application in any of the following ways:
☞ Enter the first few letters of its name into a Spotlight search. Select it in the results (it should be at the top.)
☞ In the Finder, select Go ▹ Utilities from the menu bar, or press the key combination shift-command-U. The application is in the folder that opens.
☞ Open LaunchPad. Click Utilities, then Console in the icon grid.
Make sure the title of the Console window is All Messages. If it isn't, select All Messages from the SYSTEM LOG QUERIES menu on the left. If you don't see that menu, select
View ▹ Show Log List
from the menu bar.
Click the Clear Display icon in the toolbar. Then try the action that you're having trouble with again. Select any messages that appear in the Console window. Copy them to the Clipboard by pressing the key combination command-C. Paste into a reply to this message by pressing command-V.
When posting a log extract, be selective. In most cases, a few dozen lines are more than enough.
Please do not indiscriminately dump thousands of lines from the log into this discussion.
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If the Snow Leopard version on your Snow Leopard DVD is lower than the Snow Leopard version on your computer, you will NOT in any case be able to re-install the OS the way you want it. You will only be able to erase your disk and then reinstall the OS.
It will only "upgrade" and keep your files if the Mac OS X version of your Snow Leopard DVD is newer than the Snow Leopard version on your computer.

Hello, I have a MacBook Pro from 2011 and I accidentally while playing around with it deleted everything off my hard drive and I need to know how I can re install an operating system. Would I have to download it.

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That's not good. OS X Recovery requires a high speed broadband connection as noted here > About OS X Recovery
Check your download speed here > Speedtest.net - The Global Broadband Speed Test
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I ran a secure erase of the hard disk ready for sale of my MBP 2007 (Snow Leopard). But then I needed to input my AppleID and password in order to download and install an operating system (Yosemite). The screen the showed the Welcome opening as it does for a completely new machine. It is ready for a new owner to register and use his or her own AppleID. Will the fact that the OS was downloaded under my AppleID mean that the new owner will still be able to update it as necessary when the time comes?

You can't sell that computer with an OS newer than 10.6.8 on it(or 10.7.5 if you originally got Lion from a thumbdrive and not the Mac App Store.) Any higher version will be tied to your Apple ID.
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