Switch from Intel to AMD platform
Switch from Intel to AMD platform
Hello everyone, I'm switching from Intel to AMD and have some concerns about doing this properly. I have three drives—two HDDs and one SSD. The BIOT drive is a 1TB SSD with an OS partition and another for storage. I don’t want to lose anything like programs, media, or games. My main worry is whether the fresh Windows installation will erase everything. How do I actually perform a clean bootable USB install? If it’s possible, can I just swap in the new OS drive without risking data loss? Any guidance would be really helpful! Thanks.
Microsoft offers a media creation utility that lets you generate an .iso file, essentially installing Windows. You can access it at the provided link: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software.../windows10. The tool includes a detailed wizard to guide you through the process. Ensure your storage device meets the requirements—minimum 8GB flash drive or a dual-layer DVD. When installing on a partitioned disk, confirm you're selecting the right partition and choosing it during setup. Be cautious about formatting existing partitions with desired data; doing so can lead to unexpected problems. Fresh installs are usually safer. Non-boot drives should be removed beforehand to prevent accidental writes. It’s advisable to detach them during installation to avoid unintended changes.
The new installation will replace the existing ones on the other drive. The programs like Photoshop or Lightroom should be recognized as installed during the setup process.
If they have a registry entry, they'll need to be reinstalled, otherwise you shouldn't have much issue.