Installing Windows, disc stuck
So here's my big issue:
I'm trying to use Boot Camp to install Windows 7 64-bit (purchased). Unfortunately, I didn't research this decision prior to purchase, so when I tried to install Windows using Boot Camp and installed the Windows disc, it restarted the machine and gave me the error:
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Select CD-ROM Boot Type: __
The computer isn't receiving anything from the wireless keyboard (?), so I can't make any selections, input any info, or even eject the disc.
I've tried restarting and hitting the alt/option key to select the partitioned drive I want to use. I've tried hitting the eject button on my keyboard. Nothing is happening or working.
I need help! I can't get back to Mac, I can't move forward with the Windows install, it's stuck stuckity stuck.
Thanks,
Mel
Honestly I don't think you can easily upgrade windows XP to windows 7 over bootcamp. I think the easiest (but maybe longest) way to get windows 7 up and running in bootcamp, is to backup your files on the windows partition, then erase that partition followed by installing windows 7 on the freshly erased partition using the bootcamp assistant in OS X.
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Welcome to the Support Communities!
Is your Windows 7 software 64 bit or 32 bit? Boot Camp 5 only supports 64 bit Windows 7.
Did you create the Windows partition using the Boot Camp Assistant?
Below are some resources to troubleshoot the issues you are having installing Windows on your Macbook Pro:
Boot Camp 5: Frequently asked questions
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5639
Apple - Support - Boot Camp - Get Started
http://www.apple.com/support/bootcamp/getstarted/
Boot Camp: System requirements for Microsoft Windows operating systems
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5634
Boot Camp Installation Manual - see page 6 for Installing Windows
manuals.info.apple.com/MANUALS/1000/MA1636/en_US/boot_camp_install-setup_10.8.p df
When you’re asked where to install Windows, select the partition named “BOOTCAMP.”
WARNING: Do not create or delete a partition, or select any other partition. Doing so may delete the entire contents of your OS X partition.
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