is it easy to reformat a computer?

Question

i have the disk and everything but ive never done it before is it easy or will i probably have problems. basically is it step by step?

Answer 1

First, why do you think you need to?
Formatting is the problem solver of last resort. It will wipe your hard drive clean. You need to backup any files you wish to keep onto an external hard drive or flashdrives so you can read them back on when finished.

If you must:

Uninstall Windows – Reinstall – Format Hard Drive
http://www.cyberwalker.net/faqs/reinstall-reformat-winxp/index.html

How do I reinstall and reformat Windows XP on my hard drive?

With Windows XP, you need to figure out which you have on your hard drive - either NTFS or FAT32. Click here to find that out. (Once you have established this go to step 2a or 2b.)

2a) If you have NTFS, you need to wipe the drive with a special technique.

2b) If you have FAT32, you need to wipe the drive with a special technique.

3) Next you need to reinstall Windows XP. Reboot your computer with the Windows XP setup CD in the CDROM and let it boot into the Windows Setup screen. Let it load all the drivers. Then choose option 1 and start the clean installation.

When it is done, reboot the computer.

If the first method doesn't work for you, try our alternate method.

Q: I have two copies of Windows XP on my hard drive when I boot up. How do I fix that?

A. We have a how-to column that explains how to do that.

Q: I have Windows XP on my hard drive and want to revert back to Windows Me, 98, or Me.

A. We have a how-to column that explains how to do that. Click here.

Q: I don't have my Windows XP CD anymore can I still reinstall and refomat?

A. Sadly you cannot completely wipe your hard drive and install a fresh version of Windows unless you have an installation CD either from your computer maker or bought from a retail store.

For full information, click on the source link.

Answer 2

!st off you need some basic knowledge of computers like how to get into the BIOS but once your in the bios you should set the computer to read from the cd/dvd first then read from harddrive then close out of there and then let system come up . once on the desktop but your windows cd/dvd in and restart system when the computer comes back on you should see the windows install screen come up read through all of this there will be a item that says to press D to delete drive once you press D then to confirm you will have to press L once you press L the disk is wiped ( make sure before doing any of this that you backed up or saved anything you need or want to save cause once you press L its done ) from there you should have to press enter then let windows do it thing it will take a while (depends on how big the harddrive you are putting windows on ) but noraml times are about 1-2 hours Good Luck

Answer 3

Reformatting is very easy. Reinstalling all the software is a real bear.

Answer 4

yes it is very easy. u also need a copy of your operating system becuase it comes in handy. just pop the disc in ur drive,reboot your computer, and follow the instructions. if u want more specific details u can Instant Message me at a7xrocksdude. ok hope i helped.

Answer 5

Here is a good guide that will tell you all steps necessary to begin and complete your task.

http://www.datarecovery.com.sg/data_recovery/reformat_your_computer.htm

Answer 6

yes its easy if you know the steps correctly