Windows 8 is now the final version released by Microsoft, having previously launched and made gradually through different channels. For those of you who do not know much about Windows 8, here we will share step by step how to install windows 8 final with pictures to a computer or notebook and laptop to each pet, whether it is done through the medium of DVD windows 8 or by using a USB stick .
The tools required are its windows 8 installation CD, if you do not have please first download the final version of microsoft windows 8 or purchase through one of the official channels available.
If you want to run Windows 8 in a virtual machine, a free software that you can use is VirtualBox. When you start the New Virtual Machine Wizard, select Windows 8 as the operating system and Virtual Box will adjust settings so that everything runs smoothly.
Step by step How to install windows 8
First, you need to boot your computer using the Windows 8 installation media (CD or USB drive). If you are using a virtual machine, boot from the installation iso image.
Windows 8 takes a while to load the setup file, where you will see most of the black screen, similar to the image below.
After the necessary files are copied, the setup begins by asking what the language, time, currency and keyboard input settings you want to use. Making the choice you want and click Next.
Click the "Install Now" to begin the installation process of Windows 8
You will be prompted to enter a product key is required to enable the installation of Windows 8. Type the product key that you purchased and click Next. If you have purchased a retail version of Windows 8, the product key will be found in the installation disc packaging. The product key will then be prompted to activate Windows 8, after the installation is complete.
You will be asked to read the license agreement, check the box marked "I accept the license terms" and click the Next button
You will be asked to choose between making an upgrade or custom installation. Choose "Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)"
Now you will be prompted to select where you want to install Windows 8. Select the partition you want and click Next. If you install Windows 8 in a virtual machine, or on a new computer you must first create a partition. Therefore click Drive Options.
Then, create a new partition using the button "New".
Specify the partition size you want and click Apply
Note: Windows 8 requires at least 10GB of space harrdisk, if you want to install other applications on the same partition at least make a minimum of 20 - 30GB.
You will be asked to confirm if it is OK Windows 8 creates an additional partition for the file system, which will be used to boot and recovery. Click OK.
Make sure the correct partition is selected and click Next.
NOTE: In this step you can also format the partition on which Windows 8 will be installed, before pressing Next.
Installation finally begun. Setup will take a few minutes to copy all the required files and install the operating system.
After installation is complete, Windows 8 setup will automatically reboot the system. Then, you will see the process of the preparations made for the first login. In order for this process is complete, restart several times diperukan Maybe more, depending on the hardware configuration of each computer.
Personalize Installing Windows 8
After the reboot is complete, Windows 8 will require some time to prepare everything.
Then, you will be asked to personalize your installation of Windows 8. Start by giving a name to your computer. If you type a few characters "illegitimate" such as $,%, &, you will be told that this character can not be used. Also, choose the background color you want. When finished, click Next.
If you install Windows 8 on a laptop or device with a wireless network card (wifi), you will be asked to choose a wireless network to connect to and enter the appropriate password to connect to the wifi network. On a computer or device that is connected via a cable to the network, you're not going through this step.
Next, you need to choose whether you want to use the Express Settings are bundled with Windows 8, or you want to customize your installation. For this we will choose the Customize option, click Customize.
First, you'll be asked if you want to enable file sharing or not. Please select the option you want.
Then you will be asked for the desired settings in Windows updates, and security features such as SmartScreen Filter, Adjust to the desire of each and click Next.
Finally, you get to the screen "Sign in to your PC". To be able to feel completely different from Windows 8, it is best to use a Microsoft account (also known as Windows Live ID, hotmail email account) to sign in. Type the Microsoft account and click Next.
Note: If you'd rather not sign in with Microsoft, click the "Sign in without a Microsoft account" at the bottom of the window and follow the instructions shown by the setup wizard.
Then, you will be prompted to enter your account password Microsoft. Type and click Next.
Then, you can provide e-mail and phone number alternative to recover your account password, if you forget or modified by intruders. Please enter the details requested and click Next.
Windows 8 takes the time to prepare your computer and all settings, please be patient.
While preparations are made, you will be shown a short tutorial on how to access the new bar charm (Charm Bar) - one of the most important changes in Windows 8. I suggest that you pay attention to the instructions that appear at this stage.
Once the tutorial is over, you will be shown more information on the progress of Windows 8 customization through the color display and multiple messages.
Once everything is complete, you will be shown the Start Screen of Windows 8.
If you press the
Win + D or click on a tile Desktop, you can also view and discover the classic desktop.
Welcome to Windows8 :D