Quick Answer: How to Clean Install Windows?

To do a clean installation of Windows 10, connect the bootable media, and use these steps:

• Start the device with the USB flash drive.
• On prompt, press any key to boot from media.
• On the “Windows Setup,” click the Next button.
• Click the Install now button.
• Type the product key if this is the first Windows 10 install.

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How do I wipe my hard drive clean and reinstall Windows?

Windows 8

1. Press the Windows key plus the “C” key to open the Charms menu.
2. Select the Search option and type reinstall in the Search text field (do not press Enter).
3. Select the Settings option.
4. On the left side of the screen, select Remove everything and reinstall Windows.
5. On the “Reset your PC” screen, click Next.

Is it better to do a clean install of Windows 10?

A clean installation requires to manually download the correct version of Windows 10 that will upgrade your system. Technically, upgrading through Windows Update should be the easiest and safest way to make the move to Windows 10. However, performing an upgrade can also be problematic.