windows vista install won't complete

replaced hard drive, trying to install windows vista on a dell vostro 1700.  it will get to "completing installation" and just sit there.  eventually screen goes blank with the exception of the cursor.......why wont it finish install??????

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http://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/dellcare/contact_us?c=us&l=en&s=gen&redirect=1

Contact Dell at above link for any problems with their Recovery Process.

It is Dell's Recovery Software/Process, not Microsoft's.

http://supportapj.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/dsn/en/document?journalid=67E9C215C4BABD6CE040AE0AB5E14F05&docid=339949

Above is Dell's way to reinstall Vista from the DVD to your computer.

If you are having problems, contact Dell.


Cheers.
Mick Murphy - Microsoft Partner

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Last updated July 4, 2020 Views 1,148 Applies to: