Windows 7 Starter OEM iso image

[IsaiahAliyah27]

Where can I download a HP OEM Windows 7 Starter iso image? I need it because my cousin bought my HP Mini 110-3700, then he gave it to me. After a few reformats on my netbook, I want to reset my pc to its default OS, so I need an OEM iso image of Windows 7 Starter. Can HP provide me a download link or I will need to order.

PS: I live in the Philippines. So, is there HP Philippines branch?

[DavidPK]

Hi,

HP do nor offer a download option for Recovery Media, however there are Two options available.

1.  You can order a replacement set of Recovery Media using the link below - this will reinstall the operating system, all required drivers and nearly all of the original software ( the exception often being trials of MS Office ).  They will also re-create all the original partitions, including the Recovery Partition.

Order HP Recovery Discs.

2.  You can use the following method to create your own Windows 7 Starter 32bit installation media.

Before trying the following, make sure you can still read the 25 Character Product Activation key on your Windows COA label ( 5 blocks of 5 alpha/numeric sets ).

An example of a COA Label can be seen Here.

You can create Windows 7 installation yourself using another PC. However, there is no download directly available for Windows 7 Starter, so you'll need to download another version ( any one will do, but the link below is for Windows 7 Home Premium 32bit - the source is Digital River ).

Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 32bit.

For the key on your COA label to work, you will now need to use the method described in the following link to convert this ISO to an all-version installer.

http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/85813-windows-7-universal-installation-disc-create.html

Once done, use an application such as Rufus to create a Windows 7 bootable usb flash drive.

Use the Flash Drive to perform the installation, enter the Windows activation key found on the COA Label when requested and when the installation has completed, use the 'Phone Method' detailed in the link below to activate the OS - this method supported by Microsoft and is popular with people who just want a clean installation of Windows 7 without the additional software load normally bundled with OEM installations.

http://www.kodyaz.com/articles/how-to-activate-windows-7-by-phone.aspx

Additional drivers and software you may need for your notebook can be found by entering either the full Model No. or Product No. Here.

Best regards,

DP-K

[Isaiah27]

I'd used a downloaded iso image of a retail version of Windows 7. I'd installed Windows 7 Starter, but my product key on my COA sticker wont accept my key, So, what would I do?