Windows 10: How do I do a clean re install of windows if I already have windows installed?

Discus and support How do I do a clean re install of windows if I already have windows installed? in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; I want to do a complete fresh re install of windows, but I do not know how to do it on my computer that I'm using right now that already has windows 10... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by ConveyedBog8884, May 30, 2021.

  1. CONVEYEDBOG8884
    ConveyedBog8884 Win User

    How do I do a clean re install of windows if I already have windows installed?


    I want to do a complete fresh re install of windows, but I do not know how to do it on my computer that I'm using right now that already has windows 10 installed on it. I already reset the computer, but I think a fresh install is more likely to get the job done.I'm assuming I need the windows media creator tool? I already have that on my usb so I'm good to go.

    :)
     
    ConveyedBog8884, May 30, 2021
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  2. JIMMY 2004
    Jimmy 2004 Win User

    Clean Install Workaround for Vista

    You may remember this news story on techPowerUp! a couple of days ago relating to the lack of clean installs when using the Upgrade Editions of Vista, which required an old OS to be installed. However, Paul Thurrott has managed to find a workaround for this issue, which ironically lets users do a clean install Vista without any previous version of Windows, albeit a little tedious. Here are the steps:
    • Boot from the Windows Vista Upgrade DVD as normal
    • When prompted for a product code, leave this blank
    • Select the version of Vista you have purchased and let Vista install
    • When you boot to your desktop for the first time, run the Vista setup from Windows
    • This time enter your product key
    • When asked whether you want to do an Upgrade of Custom install, select custom and choose a clean install
    • Windows will now install for a second time and you should be able to activate it
    Remember, these steps are only advised for use in order to achieve a clean install of Vista, it is only legal to use the upgrade editions if you have previously purchased the appropriate version of Windows.

    Source: DailyTech
     
    Jimmy 2004, May 30, 2021
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  3. EXODUSPRIME1337
    exodusprime1337 Win User
    windows xp installation and dual core am

    could someone please list the steps they follow to install windows with a dual core processor and windows xp service pack to. I'm reletively new to amd dual core and i feel i'm missing a step. All help will be appreciated. thanx
     
    exodusprime1337, May 30, 2021
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  4. WILE E
    Wile E Win User

    How do I do a clean re install of windows if I already have windows installed?

    Windows Vista Clean Installation

    To do a clean install on a fresh hard drive with Vista on an upgrade disc, you have to follow certain steps. Buying a full install CD would've been easier, but using the upgrade disc only adds more time, so it's not that big of a deal.

    Follow the instructions here to do a clean install with an upgrade disc: Perform a Clean Install with a Vista Upgrade Disc - Windows Vista Tips / Tricks /Tutorials | Vista Rewired
     
    Wile E, May 30, 2021
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