I assume this like OSX Lion where there's already an install image on one of these two remaining partitions.

If this was caused by a virus or similar issue It would be better to start fresh. He doesn't care about the user data he just wants it running. So does anyone know how to get to a point to reinstall Windows 7 and wipe Partition 2? Using that same DVD but instead going the install route I can see the three partitions Sadly that isn't going to work because I get this when i tried to use it: I have access to a Dell Win 7 32bit Pro DVD and was able to use it to boot the Toshiba.

I tried holding down F8 and 0 and both only result in a long loud beep. The problem is I have no idea how to get to it. Now I don't know Windows very well much less Win 7 but i know that it has a repair boot partition. He no longer has the install DVD that came with the comp so wiping it and starting over is not an option. Just the startup Toshiba splash screen and black. It gets stuck on a constant boot cycle that never gets to the Win screen. A buddy of mine who isn't very tech oriented has a Toshiba Satellite C655-S5082 laptop running Win 7 home premium.