#How to reformat a usb drive windows 7 how to#

Some software often requires product keys to reinstall such as Windows or Office. If there is information than needs to be saved it is crucial to backup the important files on the computer. Saving product keys for Windows and other software Blowing out the dust with an air compressor also is a good idea before you reformat.If your HDD is failing you will need to replace it and then use this guide to reinstall Windows. Reformatting only fixes software problems, not hardware.A backup plan or a geek you can call and harass at 3:45am.A bootable copy of Microsoft Windows with a Product key (keys can be extracted following the next step).Thank you for reading and I hope the following information will help you! I will provide foot notes to address these changes along with helpful tips and hyperlinks that I have discovered after 5 years of practice.

#How to reformat a usb drive windows 7 how to#

This is a simple guide of how to reinstall Windows 7/8/8.1/10 and there are small but important steps to take depending on the version you are installing. With this instructable, my goal is to address some of the most common issues you may face during this process. When it comes to an open platform OS like windows there is variation in the process from PC to PC. Reformatting windows is a skill that will help anyone who uses a computer to maintain it's longevity and fix common errors that interfere with operation.