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QuinnBailey
Iron Contributor
Apr 27, 2025

ASUS Z97-C Build Issue

I am having a lot of trouble getting Windows 7 to install on a new build based on the ASUS Z97-C motherboard.

Reason for the Build:

The computer will be my primary DAW in my recording studio. It will be a CLOSED (no internet) system. I have proprietary PCI audio & MIDI interface cards. The Z97-C has 3 PCI slots and 4 PCIe Express slots. It is replacing my aging LGA 775 Q9650 3.GHz DAW running WinXP SP3, Win 7 SP1 and Win 10. Primary applications are Reaper, Sonar 8.5.3, and Sonar X3.

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  • ElijahWood's avatar
    ElijahWood
    Iron Contributor
    Apr 29, 2025

    Before you start installing, make sure your BIOS is up to date. Check the ASUS support site for the latest BIOS version for the Z97-C. Sometimes, newer BIOS versions improve compatibility with operating systems.