Laptops are so picky about the install that I can't give you the step by step on all models. Only a guide. And then you find folk that are royally upset how much work it is. This is why I suggest using the restore media on a blank HDD. That always works unless there is a hardware fault.
So tell more. Did you happen to trip up the install by formatting the drive ahead of the install. It must be blank from what I've seen.
Had terrible problem with windows 10 and windows 8.1 .. computer came with 8.1. Microsoft spent two days and completely reinstalled 8.1; it still was terrible; thought when upgrade came to windows 10, it would be better. It was not, at least for me. Kept trying. Finally after 30 days was up, decided to go back to windows 7, but it was gone. Someone gave me a brand new Windows 7 Pro DVD. I tried to install it according to directions. It was in the computer, but would not install. I had previously "chatted" with a Microsoft tech person about this. Still didn't work. One thing I need is drivers. Have a C55D-A5381 Toshiba laptop. Have trouble finding drivers among other things.
Really need help on this one. It just is NOT working. Hope someone can help. Thanks.

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