How to install a new windows 10

Installing a new copy of Windows 10 is a relatively straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:

Before You Begin

  1. Backup your data: Make sure to backup all your important files and data to an external hard drive or cloud storage service, as installing Windows 10 will erase all data on the computer.
  2. Check system requirements: Ensure your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Windows 10:
    • Processor: 1 GHz or faster
    • RAM: 2 GB or more
    • Free disk space: 20 GB or more
    • Graphics card: DirectX 9 or later with WDDM 2.0
  3. Download the Media Creation Tool: Go to the Microsoft website and download the Media Creation Tool (MCT) to create a bootable USB drive or ISO file.

Installing Windows 10

Method 1: Installing from a Bootable USB Drive

  1. Create a bootable USB drive: Use the Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB drive. Insert a blank USB drive with at least 8 GB of free space and follow the prompts.
  2. Restart your computer: Restart your computer and insert the USB drive.
  3. Boot from the USB drive: Enter your computer's BIOS settings (usually by pressing F2, F12, or Del) and set the USB drive as the first boot device. Save the changes and exit the BIOS settings.
  4. Start the installation: Your computer will boot from the USB drive and start the Windows 10 installation process.
  5. Follow the installation prompts: Follow the installation prompts to select your language, time zone, and other settings.
  6. Accept the licensing agreement: Accept the Windows 10 licensing agreement.
  7. Choose the installation type: Choose whether to perform a clean installation, upgrade from a previous version of Windows, or create a new installation.
  8. Partition your hard drive: Choose how you want to partition your hard drive. You can choose to erase the entire drive, shrink the existing partition, or create a new partition.
  9. Install Windows 10: The installation process will begin, which may take around 30-60 minutes depending on your computer's specifications.
  10. Set up your account: Once the installation is complete, you'll be prompted to set up your account, including creating a Microsoft account or using a local account.

Method 2: Installing from an ISO File

  1. Download the ISO file: Download the Windows 10 ISO file from the Microsoft website.
  2. Create a bootable USB drive: Use a tool like Rufus or Microsoft's Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB drive from the ISO file.
  3. Restart your computer: Restart your computer and insert the USB drive.
  4. Boot from the USB drive: Enter your computer's BIOS settings and set the USB drive as the first boot device. Save the changes and exit the BIOS settings.
  5. Start the installation: Your computer will boot from the USB drive and start the Windows 10 installation process.
  6. Follow the installation prompts: Follow the installation prompts to select your language, time zone, and other settings.
  7. Accept the licensing agreement: Accept the Windows 10 licensing agreement.
  8. Choose the installation type: Choose whether to perform a clean installation, upgrade from a previous version of Windows, or create a new installation.
  9. Partition your hard drive: Choose how you want to partition your hard drive. You can choose to erase the entire drive, shrink the existing partition, or create a new partition.
  10. Install Windows 10: The installation process will begin, which may take around 30-60 minutes depending on your computer's specifications.
  11. Set up your account: Once the installation is complete, you'll be prompted to set up your account, including creating a Microsoft account or using a local account.

After Installation

  1. Activate Windows 10: You'll need to activate Windows 10 using a valid product key or by connecting to a network with a valid license.
  2. Update Windows 10: Windows 10 will automatically update to the latest version. You can also check for updates manually by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
  3. Install drivers: You may need to install drivers for your computer's hardware, such as graphics cards, sound cards, or network cards.
  4. Install software: You can install software and applications from the Microsoft Store or download them from the internet.

That's it! You should now have a fresh installation of Windows 10 on your computer.