HT3258 how to install windows 7 on macbook pro

please help me.......i won't install windows 7 64 bit to my macbook pro ( last 2011 ) OS 10.8 (lion mountain)... allready i try for install but can't boot to windows and black screen......
thank's

Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
Open Boot Camp Assistant, follow the steps, insert the Windows USB or disc and restart. If your computer doesn't boot from the disc or USB, press Option key on boot and press the USB or DVD to start the Windows 7 installation. http://www.apple.com/support/bootcamp

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