Do I need to format a HDD dedicated to gaming files?

clemo85 · Aug 25, 2016

Hi everyone.

I've got two hard drives at present: an SSD (for windows only) and a HDD (for games, photoshop and other programs) and I'm just a little curious as to whether I'll need to format the HDD when switching from an AMD setup to an Intel one?

Thanks in advance!

woodson75 · Aug 25, 2016

No, I don't see why you should have to. You're sticking with Windows (I take it?), so your file structure etc. isn't changing. Shouldn't be a problem.

SuperSoph_WD · Aug 26, 2016

Hey there, @clemo85!

It really depends. If you are changing the whole motherboard, you will definitely need a freshi install of Windows with a new activation code, since the OS is tied to the motherboard. This will most probably require you to re-install the software on the secondary HDD as well. Otherwise you will face a lot of issues with the loading times and software performance/launching. I'd still recommend backing up your data somewhere off-site before proceeding with the hardware upgrade. Starting from scratch and re-downloading will cause a lot less headaches in my opinion.

Good luck, though.
SuperSoph_WD

clemo85 · Aug 26, 2016

Thanks for the quick responses guys!

I'll give both of my drives a format so they both have a fresh start and to prevent any inssues I might have!

Thanks again!

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