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Originally Posted by Telgip33
The problem is I don't have a bootable version of Windows 8 (or 7) laptop came pre-loaded and no media of any type was provided
I can get to this point in the BOIS by hitting "delete" key
And it says I'm an Administrator, but when i restart I'm stuck in the same loop again |
Press right arrow twice to get to the BOOT tab on the top and get a picture of the boot devices there. You can change the order of boot priority or other settings there.
You can download and create a Windows 8.1 ISO from Microsoft for free and it even offers simple click to create bootable media or bootable USB. You should have a Windows 8.1 product key sticker on your laptop somewhere. Here are the instructions to follow:
http://www.tomshardware.com/faq/id-1...n-windows.html
If you would rather go with a disc, since you don't have a disc drive in your laptop, USB optical burners might come in handy every now and then and they are only $20-$25.
http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX29914
http://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX38116