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McAlden
Member

07-03-2016, 10:39 PM

I assembled a fresh gaming PC and overlooked formatting the SSD, causing Windows 10 to boot automatically. Since I lack the original product key, I bought a new license with a valid code. The current copy insists on activation, likely because it isn't an authentic version. My concern is removing Windows 10 completely and replacing it with the new one. A fresh start should allow installing the updated OS, but resetting the PC will erase all data.

McAlden

07-03-2016, 10:39 PM #1

AsyDenLK
Junior Member

07-04-2016, 09:48 AM

You might restore Windows by reinstalling it, but this would erase all your data. Would you like me to create a backup instead?

AsyDenLK

07-04-2016, 09:48 AM #2

You might restore Windows by reinstalling it, but this would erase all your data. Would you like me to create a backup instead?

AngelOfRuin36
Member

07-04-2016, 04:35 PM

Perform a fresh setup of Windows. Microsoft offers a utility to create a bootable USB. You must save your information on the device before installation.

AngelOfRuin36

07-04-2016, 04:35 PM #3

Perform a fresh setup of Windows. Microsoft offers a utility to create a bootable USB. You must save your information on the device before installation.

UnLucky_Duckie
Junior Member

07-23-2016, 02:01 AM

You don’t have to save anything extra since the key information is already saved on your external drive. Just re-download what you need.

UnLucky_Duckie

07-23-2016, 02:01 AM #4

You don’t have to save anything extra since the key information is already saved on your external drive. Just re-download what you need.

nahte5
Member

206

07-30-2016, 05:48 AM

Yes, you can use a bootable USB with Windows 10 from your existing Windows 10 installation. It’s not a new concept—people often transfer the OS to a USB for backup or portability.

nahte5

07-30-2016, 05:48 AM #5

Yes, you can use a bootable USB with Windows 10 from your existing Windows 10 installation. It’s not a new concept—people often transfer the OS to a USB for backup or portability.

apilot0404
Member

178

08-15-2016, 05:10 AM

If you purchased Windows 10 from a USB drive, it's acceptable.

apilot0404

08-15-2016, 05:10 AM #6

If you purchased Windows 10 from a USB drive, it's acceptable.

bajingirl32
Member

08-15-2016, 09:02 AM

I activated it myself, and the Microsoft representative suggested purchasing a new key. However, when I checked the Windows Store, it automatically activated without any issues.

bajingirl32

08-15-2016, 09:02 AM #7

I activated it myself, and the Microsoft representative suggested purchasing a new key. However, when I checked the Windows Store, it automatically activated without any issues.