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Updated Version: OS Reinstall Not Advised by Linus

Updated Version: OS Reinstall Not Advised by Linus

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bonheros
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02-20-2023, 12:27 AM
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In a couple of discussions from last month, someone with a large following and a moderator warned me that changing components like the GPU or PSU without reinstalling the OS could cause problems such as data loss. I kept questioning how and why this would happen. I never received a clear explanation about the risks or what could go wrong. The issue seemed to be that the GPU drivers didn<|pad|>, so it shouldn’t matter. But I repeatedly emphasized it was a risky decision. Actually, Luis swapped his PC—keeping the GPU and PSU—and everything worked fine afterward.
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bonheros
02-20-2023, 12:27 AM #1

In a couple of discussions from last month, someone with a large following and a moderator warned me that changing components like the GPU or PSU without reinstalling the OS could cause problems such as data loss. I kept questioning how and why this would happen. I never received a clear explanation about the risks or what could go wrong. The issue seemed to be that the GPU drivers didn<|pad|>, so it shouldn’t matter. But I repeatedly emphasized it was a risky decision. Actually, Luis swapped his PC—keeping the GPU and PSU—and everything worked fine afterward.

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gamernuttcase
Junior Member
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02-20-2023, 01:52 AM
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He mentions he won't bother, though it's not advised; sometimes you might manage it. Motherboard and chipset drivers are among the components that can change, and Windows might cope fine or lead to problems like corruption, random restarts, or performance issues. It won't destroy your system, but if you encounter problems, a reinstall is probably necessary soon. You're unlikely to see data loss for programs, but it's wise to back things up just in case something goes wrong and you can't boot.
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gamernuttcase
02-20-2023, 01:52 AM #2

He mentions he won't bother, though it's not advised; sometimes you might manage it. Motherboard and chipset drivers are among the components that can change, and Windows might cope fine or lead to problems like corruption, random restarts, or performance issues. It won't destroy your system, but if you encounter problems, a reinstall is probably necessary soon. You're unlikely to see data loss for programs, but it's wise to back things up just in case something goes wrong and you can't boot.

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Magaju
Junior Member
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02-22-2023, 01:48 AM
#3
They usually suggest reinstalling the OS to fix issues, but it’s not a must.
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Magaju
02-22-2023, 01:48 AM #3

They usually suggest reinstalling the OS to fix issues, but it’s not a must.

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LarsMatena
Senior Member
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02-22-2023, 06:13 AM
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They seem to argue that skipping an OS reinstall isn't risky. Since SSDs became common, I usually just reinstalled Windows when issues arose, saving time by avoiding troubleshooting. Important data stays separate from the OS drive. Even though no problems kept me stuck, a fresh install still feels faster—about 15 minutes now compared to hours of fixes before.
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LarsMatena
02-22-2023, 06:13 AM #4

They seem to argue that skipping an OS reinstall isn't risky. Since SSDs became common, I usually just reinstalled Windows when issues arose, saving time by avoiding troubleshooting. Important data stays separate from the OS drive. Even though no problems kept me stuck, a fresh install still feels faster—about 15 minutes now compared to hours of fixes before.

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hrgriff
Senior Member
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02-27-2023, 02:51 AM
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I'm not completely certain if the operation recognizes multiple forms of computing devices.
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hrgriff
02-27-2023, 02:51 AM #5

I'm not completely certain if the operation recognizes multiple forms of computing devices.

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0Slender0
Member
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02-27-2023, 08:15 AM
#6
Sure, I can clarify. You've heard warnings about not reinstalling the OS after changing the CPU/MBOO and RAM, but that's not true.
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0Slender0
02-27-2023, 08:15 AM #6

Sure, I can clarify. You've heard warnings about not reinstalling the OS after changing the CPU/MBOO and RAM, but that's not true.

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Silverfish5000
Junior Member
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02-27-2023, 01:48 PM
#7
You were probably unsure, but I finished completing the board swaps for a total of several machines.
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Silverfish5000
02-27-2023, 01:48 PM #7

You were probably unsure, but I finished completing the board swaps for a total of several machines.

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demenciossauro
Member
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02-27-2023, 05:23 PM
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It's not about quantity, nor about swapping multiple boards. It's a single HD replacement into a fresh build—just swapping the motherboard, CPU, and RAM.
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demenciossauro
02-27-2023, 05:23 PM #8

It's not about quantity, nor about swapping multiple boards. It's a single HD replacement into a fresh build—just swapping the motherboard, CPU, and RAM.

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Maliwan99
Senior Member
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03-05-2023, 01:17 PM
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It's a risk I'm aware of, but you might still face issues. Restarting your OS can help prevent problems, just like not tying your shoelaces doesn't guarantee you won't slip. It's not a certainty, but it could work.
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Maliwan99
03-05-2023, 01:17 PM #9

It's a risk I'm aware of, but you might still face issues. Restarting your OS can help prevent problems, just like not tying your shoelaces doesn't guarantee you won't slip. It's not a certainty, but it could work.

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WF_Catt
Posting Freak
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03-05-2023, 07:33 PM
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I'm also involved with the reinstall OS, often following trends. I know it's sometimes feasible without doing it, but with my hundreds of builds versus your single machine, you might have more experience. Maybe I should have started learning computers earlier to gain 20 years instead of just 17.
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WF_Catt
03-05-2023, 07:33 PM #10

I'm also involved with the reinstall OS, often following trends. I know it's sometimes feasible without doing it, but with my hundreds of builds versus your single machine, you might have more experience. Maybe I should have started learning computers earlier to gain 20 years instead of just 17.

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