First boot is just starting up the system.
First boot is just starting up the system.
You're starting your first PC build. When you press the power button, you should verify everything is connected and recognized. You may need to enter BIOS for configuration. Inserting the Windows 8.1 disk is a common step. RAM settings can be adjusted, but ensure the correct values are used. Your hardware specs suggest a full setup process. To move programs and files between drives, you'll likely need to use BIOS or OS settings. Manual configuration is possible, but BIOS or manufacturer tools will help streamline it. Let me know if you need more details!
Explore the system details, choose the storage device (such as the hard drive), and proceed with setting up Windows.
Open your UFEI (bios), adjust the correct time and date. Choose the appropriate XMP profile for your memory, verify that both HDDs and SSDs appear in the UEFI, then save your changes. Pressing F8 during startup will display a boot menu where you can pick between booting from a Windows DVD or pen drive. If you install Windows to an SSD, all programs will automatically go to the same drive as Windows. After installation, navigate to your user documents and modify the save location to your HDD.
Verify your devices in BIOS to confirm proper recognition such as hard drives, disks, and memory. Adjust boot order so the disk drive comes first (ensure SATA ports are correctly configured). After that, launch the Windows installer, format the drive, and proceed with installation. It’s wise to set up two partitions—one for Windows and another for installations—to keep your files intact during a fresh OS setup.