Need some help with Windows 8 problem

jawedig9

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Hi, my name is Jake. I currently downloaded Windows 8 x32 bit from the MSDNAA Academic Software site. I am going to school and getting into the Information Technology field but am still learning. I installed Windows 8 on an old desktop that I had that was Windows 7 before. It installed fine and everything went well until I tried installing a NETGEAR Wireless USB Adapter. I installed it from the disc and it seemed to have worked until it prompted me to insert the USB wireless card. When I inserted the wireless USB adapter my computer restarted. I tried to get back into my computer but everytime I would try it would just restart. I'm not sure where to go form here. Any suggestions?
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8
Hi Jake. Welcome to EightForums.

How did you install 8? Upgrade or cold install Via ISO?
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    8.1 Pro X64
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Acer T690
    CPU
    Intel Pentium D Dual Core
    Motherboard
    Acer/Intel E946GZ
    Memory
    2GB (max upgrade)
    Graphics Card(s)
    Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3000 - PCI Express x16
    Sound Card
    Integrated RealTek ALC888 high-definition audio with 7.1 channel audio support
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer AL1917W A LCD
    Screen Resolution
    1440 X 900
    Hard Drives
    350 GB Seagate Barracuda 7200.10
    Thumb drives
    PSU
    Standard 250 watt
    Case
    Desktop 7.2" (183mm) W x 17.5" (445mm) L x 14.5"
    Cooling
    Dual case fans + CPU fan
    Keyboard
    Acer Windows PS/2
    Mouse
    Wireless Microsoft Arc
    Internet Speed
    54mbp/s
    Browser
    IE11
    Antivirus
    Defender
    Other Info
    Office Pro 2013 / Nokia Lumia 1520 Windows Phone 8.1DP GDR1
So It just restarts when you try to do anything within Windows?

I would suggest to uninstall the driver and try again in Windows 7 compatibility mode, or whatever version of Windows the driver is certified for. Or better yet, try finding an updated driver for that wireless adapter.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 8.1 Pro
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS
    CPU
    AMD FX 8320
    Motherboard
    Crosshair V Formula-Z
    Memory
    16 gig DDR3
    Graphics Card(s)
    ASUS R9 270
    Screen Resolution
    1440x900
    Hard Drives
    1 TB Seagate Barracuda (starting to hate Seagate)
    x2 3 TB Toshibas
    Windows 8.1 is installed on a SanDisk Ultra Plus 256 GB
    PSU
    OCZ 500 watt
    Case
    A current work in progres as I'll be building the physical case myself. It shall be fantastic.
    Cooling
    Arctic Cooler with 3 heatpipes
    Keyboard
    Logitech K750 wireless solar powered keyboard
    Mouse
    Microsoft Touch Mouse
    Browser
    Internet Explorer 11
    Antivirus
    Windows Defender, but I might go back on KIS 2014
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