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Restarting Windows on a second HDD while keeping applications running smoothly

Restarting Windows on a second HDD while keeping applications running smoothly

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GK_Wolves_15
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01-04-2016, 07:46 AM
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Hey, you might need to reset your PC to fix things. Since you haven’t reinstalled Windows since 2017 and your second drive holds important data, formatting the C drive won’t erase everything permanently. The programs on your second drive should stay intact, though their registry settings might be affected. Using Windows 10’s Reset my PC feature could help restore some functionality without deleting files. If you really prefer not to wipe the drive, try a clean installation from a known good source. Let me know what you think!
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GK_Wolves_15
01-04-2016, 07:46 AM #1

Hey, you might need to reset your PC to fix things. Since you haven’t reinstalled Windows since 2017 and your second drive holds important data, formatting the C drive won’t erase everything permanently. The programs on your second drive should stay intact, though their registry settings might be affected. Using Windows 10’s Reset my PC feature could help restore some functionality without deleting files. If you really prefer not to wipe the drive, try a clean installation from a known good source. Let me know what you think!

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01-04-2016, 12:41 PM
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Restarting your PC will erase all connected hard drives. To preserve your programs, disconnect the second hard drive beforehand. It should work smoothly—just set up new shortcuts and you're ready to go.
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yolosolohi48
01-04-2016, 12:41 PM #2

Restarting your PC will erase all connected hard drives. To preserve your programs, disconnect the second hard drive beforehand. It should work smoothly—just set up new shortcuts and you're ready to go.

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01-14-2016, 08:59 PM
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Changing this will corrupt your preferences. For help, reach out for assistance rather than trying to fix it yourself. Restoring isn't a fix; it's just temporary around the corner.
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erin_33
01-14-2016, 08:59 PM #3

Changing this will corrupt your preferences. For help, reach out for assistance rather than trying to fix it yourself. Restoring isn't a fix; it's just temporary around the corner.

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01-15-2016, 01:19 AM
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Certain programs can keep running, though many depend on registry data and particular folders on the operating system drive. Unless you encounter a real virus or significant performance issues, you probably don’t need to reinstall Windows. It wasn’t required with Windows 7, and it’s not needed with Windows 10 either. I used Windows 7 for about three and a half years before moving to Windows 10.
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creepybull
01-15-2016, 01:19 AM #4

Certain programs can keep running, though many depend on registry data and particular folders on the operating system drive. Unless you encounter a real virus or significant performance issues, you probably don’t need to reinstall Windows. It wasn’t required with Windows 7, and it’s not needed with Windows 10 either. I used Windows 7 for about three and a half years before moving to Windows 10.

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