Setting up windows on a fresh storage device.
Setting up windows on a fresh storage device.
I recently purchased a new SSD and plan to install Windows directly on it without using any transfer tools. Currently, I’m using my HDD for data storage, where I’ve created a separate partition B for items I don’t want to delete. I’m wondering if anyone knows how to fully erase the C and D drives while keeping B intact during the Windows installation process.
Optimal choice is to place Windows on a fresh drive if available, then transfer program folders. You asked what you needed? Simply launch File Explorer (on this computer) and remove all contents from the previous partitions, after which you can recreate them into a single partition for better storage efficiency.
You followed the instructions correctly, but it seems the system is restarting into BIOS and saving without any modifications. Since your HDD is empty, only one operating system is running. This could be due to a corrupted boot process or a missing installation file. Check the BIOS settings for any errors or try reinstalling the OS.
Configure the boot device within the BIOS settings. Even if cleared, partitions might be labeled as active, allowing the BIOS to recognize them as potential start-up drives.