Would you like to reset or reinstall this?

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05-20-2016, 06:43 AM

I've been using the same Windows 10 version on my laptop for years after upgrading from Windows 8. Although it's not used as much as my desktop, it still feels like a fresh start could help. There seems to be no built-in hard reset option, and since I don't have the installation disc anymore, reinstalling feels necessary. Would a simple reset be preferable over a full reinstall?

BellaMaria88

05-20-2016, 06:43 AM #1

creeperaptor
Junior Member

05-20-2016, 08:34 AM

Download Windows 10 installation media from the official site: https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/software.../windows10. Your license remains active for Windows 10, and it should auto-activate if your system uses a UEFI BIOS, as that’s where the key was originally saved during Windows 8.

creeperaptor

05-20-2016, 08:34 AM #2

laime_419
Junior Member

05-20-2016, 09:42 AM

Windows 10 added an internal reset feature offering both firmware and user-level options. Refer to the source for details.

laime_419

05-20-2016, 09:42 AM #3

Windows 10 added an internal reset feature offering both firmware and user-level options. Refer to the source for details.

JamesHond7
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05-20-2016, 01:51 PM

Alternatively. However, if it's been over three years, I suggest beginning with a clean installation. You tend to build up a lot of unnecessary software and files that a factory reset doesn't eliminate.

JamesHond7

05-20-2016, 01:51 PM #4

Henrisvk
Junior Member

06-05-2016, 04:20 AM

It makes sense to perform a complete reinstall. You just need to understand the licensing requirements for doing it correctly.

Henrisvk

06-05-2016, 04:20 AM #5

It makes sense to perform a complete reinstall. You just need to understand the licensing requirements for doing it correctly.

CreeperGR
Member

06-05-2016, 05:54 AM

I just did this on a laptop that moved from Windows 8 to Windows 10. It came with a pure Windows 10 ISO, not tied to any brand. When I selected the key and Home version during installation, it got activated automatically when I reached the desktop.

CreeperGR

06-05-2016, 05:54 AM #6

RyanTehTryHard
Member

06-08-2016, 02:11 PM

Great! Let's get started.

RyanTehTryHard

06-08-2016, 02:11 PM #7

Great! Let's get started.

BobbyGamer13
Junior Member

06-09-2016, 01:21 PM

This reset function acts like a fresh start for your system. It will clear the existing operating system and install it again.

BobbyGamer13

06-09-2016, 01:21 PM #8

This reset function acts like a fresh start for your system. It will clear the existing operating system and install it again.

Flundi
Member

231

06-10-2016, 10:58 AM

I utilized a fresh install image from Microsoft and started anew. Appreciate it!

Flundi

06-10-2016, 10:58 AM #9

I utilized a fresh install image from Microsoft and started anew. Appreciate it!