Reformat


  1. noels7
    Posts : 48
    win7 64bit
       New #1

    Reformat


    Hi

    My apologies for my ignorance if this question is seen as stupid.
    I wish to reformat my computer. I have ISO's for Win 10 Anniversary and
    and Win 10 Creator (1703) versions.

    Can I use Creator to install Windows 10 on my computer after I reformat or do
    I have to install Anniversary version first.
    I will use program( produkey_setup.exe) to ascertain my Win 10 Pro product
    key.
    Any advice/assistance would be appreciated.

    Noel Southam
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  3. skcusime
    Posts : 149
    Dual boot windows 10 Pro 22H2 & Win 11 Pro 23H2
       New #2

    If you've burnt the ISO to a DVD, you can boot, re-format and install Creators direct from that disc. No need to install an old version first
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  4. zbook
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    windows 10 professional version 1607 build 14393.969 64 bit
       New #3

    As above. As long as you upgraded to the free edition of windows you can format your drive or use the bios to sanitize the drive and then reinstall the the latest version and build of the operating system.

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/12435/windows-10-upgrade-faq

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  6. AddRAM
    Posts : 4,594
    Windows 10 Pro
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    And there is no reason to dig out a key. Just do the install and skip the part where it asks for a key, or just check "I don`t have a key" windows 10 will auto activate.
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  7. noels7
    Posts : 48
    win7 64bit
    Thread Starter
       New #5

    Many thanks guys for your assistance. Appreciated.

    Regards

    Noel Southam
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