No, you don't necessarily need to reinstall Windows unless there are issues or problems with your current version.

F5F Stay Refreshed Software Operating Systems No, you don't necessarily need to reinstall Windows unless there are issues or problems with your current version.

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BlaizenBoy
Member

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02-25-2021, 06:40 PM

Setting up a fresh PC involves swapping everything. I’m moving the OS from the old drive to the new one and transferring the game drive. My previous machine used a 4th gen MB with an older OS, while my current model has a 12th gen MB and runs Intel. I can’t upgrade to Windows 11 on the old PC, so I’m wondering if I should reinstall Windows 10 or can I simply switch to Windows 11 without removing Windows 10?

BlaizenBoy

02-25-2021, 06:40 PM #1

thebjmax1
Senior Member

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02-28-2021, 10:10 PM

For such a major hardware upgrade, it's essential to reinstall Windows to prevent corrupt files and crashes, since issues may arise from mismatched drivers or other compatibility problems.

thebjmax1

02-28-2021, 10:10 PM #2

For such a major hardware upgrade, it's essential to reinstall Windows to prevent corrupt files and crashes, since issues may arise from mismatched drivers or other compatibility problems.

SnifePvP
Posting Freak

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03-02-2021, 12:40 AM

It's much smarter to reinstall rather than upgrade.

SnifePvP

03-02-2021, 12:40 AM #3

It's much smarter to reinstall rather than upgrade.

MFNRight
Junior Member

03-02-2021, 09:14 AM

Yes, you can reinstall without losing your games by backing up your files first and then restoring from those backups.

MFNRight

03-02-2021, 09:14 AM #4

Yes, you can reinstall without losing your games by backing up your files first and then restoring from those backups.

nilcraft2001
Junior Member

03-02-2021, 11:17 AM

Perform a fresh reinstall, which will unfortunately erase your games. You can relocate the save files to another hard drive or USB drive to avoid losing your progress. However, you'll have to download the games again.

nilcraft2001

03-02-2021, 11:17 AM #5

Chromels
Member

197

03-04-2021, 04:46 AM

Looking for a helpful video on reinstalling Windows after an MB swap and additional tasks?

Chromels

03-04-2021, 04:46 AM #6

Looking for a helpful video on reinstalling Windows after an MB swap and additional tasks?

TheBlueSkill3r
Member

147

03-04-2021, 01:22 PM

Consider installing your GPU driver before or after the upgrade, and then proceed with the next step.

TheBlueSkill3r

03-04-2021, 01:22 PM #7

Consider installing your GPU driver before or after the upgrade, and then proceed with the next step.

explodyface
Junior Member

03-14-2021, 12:59 PM

Reinstalling Windows the traditional method will erase every file. After installation, you must add all GPU drivers and related software.

explodyface

03-14-2021, 12:59 PM #8

Reinstalling Windows the traditional method will erase every file. After installation, you must add all GPU drivers and related software.

sammie3001
Junior Member

03-15-2021, 11:41 AM

Before Windows 11 or after it, the system operated differently.

sammie3001

03-15-2021, 11:41 AM #9

Before Windows 11 or after it, the system operated differently.

xCupQuake_
Member

03-15-2021, 08:19 PM

#10

You will now proceed with setting up Windows.

xCupQuake_

03-15-2021, 08:19 PM #10

You will now proceed with setting up Windows.

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