Reinstalling windows without the CD

Operating Systems & Open Source Windows
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I've been wanting to reinstall windows just because I have it cluttered beyond repair. Unfortunately I've lost the install CD I still have the product code but no CD. Is there somewhere i can find a free windows installer?

Thanks :D

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you could find it on like the pirate bay or other torent sites but why not just do a system refresh

 

its like re installing windows it removes all previous files and makes it back to factory settings

make ure to backup your data before you do this though as it will all be lost

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http://www.w7forums.com/official-windows-7-sp1-iso-image-downloads-t12325.html

http://arstechnica.com/business/2009/12/the-usb-flash-drive/

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Which version of Windows is it? You could create a bootable USB installer.

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You can probably download Windows 7 using digital river and use your CD key again to activate it. Just look up Windows 7 Digital river and it'll probably be one of the first few results. As for installing without a CD, you can use a USB.

Linus has a really easy guide here:

http://youtu.be/aFJwiILbsdo