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Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 1,876,323 The Mix Honorary Guru
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Simple question requiring simple answer.............yes, dont be too techy when replying cos you will lose me :lol:

To format PC do I need a disk to wipe everything or should I be allowed to do it on start up by pressing a certain key ?

Thanks in advance :)

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    Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 1,876,323 The Mix Honorary Guru
    You need the media your operating system ships on. When booting off the CD, it will give you the option of formatting the hard drive prior to installation. :)
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    Saeed MSaeed M Posts: 270 The Mix Regular
    If you're installing Windows then you'll have the option of formatting in the text part of the installation.

    You'll need the Windows (or some other OS) CD. Pressing a key at startup won't normally work. However, some manufacturers (such as Dell) have the option of restoring your computer with a combination keypress at startup.

    If your PC is new have a look at the documentation. Otherwise formatting from the Windows CD is the easiest way.
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    Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 1,876,323 The Mix Honorary Guru
    Thanks very much, muchly appreciated :thumb:
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