- Obtain a Windows 10 installation media:
- If you already have a Windows 10 installation DVD or USB drive, you can skip this step.
- If you don't have one, you can download the Windows 10 ISO file from the official Microsoft website (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10).
2. Prepare the installation media:
- If you have a Windows 10 DVD, insert it into your computer's DVD drive.
- If you downloaded the ISO file, you'll need to create a bootable USB drive. You can use the official Microsoft tool called "Windows USB/DVD Download Tool" or third-party tools like Rufus (https://rufus.ie/) to create the bootable USB drive.
3.Backup your important data:
- Before proceeding with the installation, it's always a good idea to back up any important files and data from your computer to an external storage device.
4.Boot from the installation media:
- Restart your computer and enter the BIOS or UEFI settings. The key to access these settings varies depending on your computer manufacturer (common keys include F2, F12, Esc, or Del).
- In the BIOS or UEFI settings, find the "Boot" or "Boot Order" section and set the boot priority to boot from the installation media (DVD or USB drive) first.
- Save the changes and exit the BIOS or UEFI settings. Your computer will restart.
5.Start the Windows 10 installation:
- Once your computer restarts, it should boot from the Windows 10 installation media.
- Select your language preferences and click "Next."
- Click "Install Now" to begin the installation process.
6.Enter the product key:
- If you have a Windows 10 product key, enter it when prompted. If you don't have a key, you can choose the "I don't have a product key" option, and Windows will allow you to proceed with a trial version. You can enter the product key later to activate Windows.
7.Accept the license terms:
- Read and accept the license terms to continue.
8.Choose the installation type:
- Select "Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)" to perform a clean installation. This option will erase all data on the selected drive.
9.Select the installation drive:
- If you have multiple drives, select the drive where you want to install Windows 10 and click "Next."
- If the drive needs to be formatted, you can do it during the installation process.
10.Wait for the installation to complete:
- The installation process may take some time. Your computer will restart multiple times during the process.
11.Set up Windows 10:
- After the installation is complete, you'll be prompted to personalize your settings, including region, keyboard layout, and user account information.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your preferences.
12.Set up Windows 10:
- After the installation is complete, you'll be prompted to personalize your settings, including region, keyboard layout, and user account information.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your preferences.
That's it! You have successfully installed Windows 10 on your computer. Remember to restore your backed-up files and install any necessary software applications.
