I really need help dual-booting Windows 7 on my Macbook Pro

Hi. I am totally lost in dual-booting Windows 7 on my Macbook Pro. I got rEFIt, but I don't know what I need for the Windows 7 part. Do I put an .iso file on a flashdrive? Or can I just do it easier with a physical disc of Windows 7? If you could, please have somewhat indepth steps, as I have no knowledge in this field.

You don't need rEFIt. But you do have to start with an unpartitioned startup drive. You create the Windows partition using Boot Camp Assistant in the Utilities folder. Open BCA and click on the large button to print out the documentation. Then read it carefully before proceeding. You will need a bootable Windows DVD, not an ISO file. You need to use the computer's optical drive because Windows will neither install nor boot from an external optical drive.

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etresoft wrote:
xDrugz_713 wrote:
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