How do I re-install windows 10 on a ssd when received from 8.1 upgrade?

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How do I re-install windows 10 on a ssd when received from 8.1 upgrade?

How do I re-install windows 10 on a ssd when received from 8.1 upgrade?

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mondoelite
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07-10-2016, 05:14 AM

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I recently purchased an SSD and decided to use it as my main storage. Since this is my first attempt, I did some research. When I searched for instructions, I worried I might run into issues because my Windows 10 copy came from upgrading from Windows 8.1. Were my concerns justified or have others faced similar problems?

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mondoelite

07-10-2016, 05:14 AM #1

I recently purchased an SSD and decided to use it as my main storage. Since this is my first attempt, I did some research. When I searched for instructions, I worried I might run into issues because my Windows 10 copy came from upgrading from Windows 8.1. Were my concerns justified or have others faced similar problems?

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Mr_Meowzers3
Junior Member

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07-10-2016, 12:58 PM

#2

I performed the same steps, everything should work fine. I saved my Windows 10 from the provided link as an ISO file and then transferred it to a USB drive using Rufus.

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Mr_Meowzers3

07-10-2016, 12:58 PM #2

I performed the same steps, everything should work fine. I saved my Windows 10 from the provided link as an ISO file and then transferred it to a USB drive using Rufus.

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MS_TWINS
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07-10-2016, 03:52 PM

#3

the setup works as long you’re logged into microsoft on windows 10. the license stays attached to your laptop, so you’re ready to proceed. place the SSD in and install a boot media for Windows 10. I did this with a 2012/13 model that originally ran Windows 7. be sure to verify the version of Windows 10 you’re using.

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MS_TWINS

07-10-2016, 03:52 PM #3

the setup works as long you’re logged into microsoft on windows 10. the license stays attached to your laptop, so you’re ready to proceed. place the SSD in and install a boot media for Windows 10. I did this with a 2012/13 model that originally ran Windows 7. be sure to verify the version of Windows 10 you’re using.

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pokesegachao
Member

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07-10-2016, 05:50 PM

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It's common to hear that a Windows 10 license ties to your device, meaning you can reinstall it whenever needed. The simplest method to obtain an authentic copy for reinstallation is likely through Microsoft’s Media Creation Tool available at https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/software.../windows10. This tool allows you to generate a Windows 10 installation media, such as a USB drive, for re-installing.

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pokesegachao

07-10-2016, 05:50 PM #4

It's common to hear that a Windows 10 license ties to your device, meaning you can reinstall it whenever needed. The simplest method to obtain an authentic copy for reinstallation is likely through Microsoft’s Media Creation Tool available at https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/software.../windows10. This tool allows you to generate a Windows 10 installation media, such as a USB drive, for re-installing.

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Kacper_Bored
Senior Member

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07-11-2016, 04:11 AM

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Proceed straight to version 10. Devices with laptops or OEM setups will become active after reaching the desktop. Retail licenses or those already registered for Windows 10 activate via the original key or by linking to a Microsoft account.

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Kacper_Bored

07-11-2016, 04:11 AM #5

Proceed straight to version 10. Devices with laptops or OEM setups will become active after reaching the desktop. Retail licenses or those already registered for Windows 10 activate via the original key or by linking to a Microsoft account.