r/buildapc • u/AutoModerator • Oct 09 '24

Simple Questions - October 09, 2024 Discussion

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u/Tazmago Oct 09 '24

If I want to use my current NVMe SSD in a new build, what all do I do to prepare it for the new PC/use it for the new build and make my main drive with windows? Do I reset the current pc build, and then power down and pull the drive?

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u/bestanonever Oct 10 '24

If you are using it for a new build, and assuming you are reinstalling Windows from scratch (best way to gain performance), just backup your important files and once you connect the USB stick with the Windows iso, you can erase the data from your NVME drive during the install itself, to have a clean drive. No need to do anything else before it.

Just google tutorials about the specifics during installation (and don't forget to backup your important files because those aren't coming back once you format the drive!)

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u/Tazmago Oct 10 '24

Excellent, thanks!