No, you don't need to set it up as a new PC when reinstalling Windows.

F5F Stay Refreshed Software Operating Systems No, you don't need to set it up as a new PC when reinstalling Windows.

Muggy215
Member

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11-08-2016, 05:02 AM

The installation prompt lets you choose between starting fresh or restoring from an older setup. To avoid syncing files during a reinstall, set it up as a new PC unless you specifically need to preserve existing data.

Muggy215

11-08-2016, 05:02 AM #1

Tree_Tape
Member

11-08-2016, 06:13 AM

The method you're using can be cleared by restoring from a USB drive that's been wiped. This will remove all data permanently.

Tree_Tape

11-08-2016, 06:13 AM #2

The method you're using can be cleared by restoring from a USB drive that's been wiped. This will remove all data permanently.

Pumpkitten
Junior Member

11-08-2016, 10:53 AM

Restoring from a USB could erase the device. To proceed, follow the correct steps.

Pumpkitten

11-08-2016, 10:53 AM #3

Restoring from a USB could erase the device. To proceed, follow the correct steps.

Maish
Member

11-08-2016, 11:59 AM

Create a Windows installation USB, start booting from it, then select your C drive during setup. Remove any existing partitions if needed. How does activation work for you?

Maish

11-08-2016, 11:59 AM #4

Create a Windows installation USB, start booting from it, then select your C drive during setup. Remove any existing partitions if needed. How does activation work for you?

xxPoodlexx
Junior Member

11-08-2016, 07:35 PM

xxPoodlexx

11-08-2016, 07:35 PM #5

king112
Junior Member

11-08-2016, 11:32 PM

I misunderstood the question, but that’s the correct approach. If you aim for maximum impact, you can clear the drive and then reinstall it, though this is quite drastic for most situations.

king112

11-08-2016, 11:32 PM #6

I misunderstood the question, but that’s the correct approach. If you aim for maximum impact, you can clear the drive and then reinstall it, though this is quite drastic for most situations.