Perform a fresh setup of Windows 10 on an SSD.
Perform a fresh setup of Windows 10 on an SSD.
You have a single SSD and are preparing for a clean installation of Windows 10 using a bootable USB drive. Follow these steps:
1. Insert your bootable USB into the computer.
2. Restart the system and enter the BIOS/UEFI settings (usually by pressing F2, F12, or Del during startup).
3. Navigate to the boot section and set Windows 10 as the primary boot device.
4. Save changes and exit BIOS.
5. Format the SSD using the built-in disk formatting tool (Windows will guide you through this).
6. After formatting, install Windows 10 from the USB drive.
Ensure your SSD is properly recognized during installation for a smooth process.
Insert the USB into your PC, start it up, and then proceed with installing Windows.
Open the BIOS settings and instruct it to start from the USB device. After that, you'll see an option to select a different drive, and within that menu you can also format any available drives.