1. Insert the Windows Vista DVD into your computer's DVD drive to begin installation. Windows will begin loading files onto your computer for installation.
   2. Select options in localization screen. The first screen you will see asks you to choose Language, Time and Currency, and Keyboard or input method.
   3. Click "Install Now" to begin installation. This will be the "Install Windows" screen.
   4. Enter your product Key. Enter your Product Key at this screen and click "Next".
   5. Accept the agreement. The Windows Vista License Agreement will appear. Once you accept this agreement, click the box beside "I accept the License terms" and click the "Next" button.
   6. Select installation type. This next screen gives you the choice of Upgrade, or Clean (Custom) Install. Depending on your choice, Windows Vista will continue on to one of two parts:
          * Upgrade. Windows will check the compatibility of software and hardware you already have installed. A generated report will display what will not work with Windows Vista. Click the "Next" button and Windows Vista will begin the upgrade process (15-20 minutes).
          * Clean (Custom). Windows will prompt you to select where you want to install Vista. Should you have multiple partitions, this is where you may select one. Click the