Using my current HDD for my new build?

parker1297 · Dec 29, 2016

Okay, I know that I will need to reinstall windows with a new disk (already acquired). Since I am still waiting on parts to come in I realized I do not know how to reuse a harddrive for a new build. My question is: How to I use the Hard Drive I am currently using on my new build? Do I just plug it in like it was new and boot from dvd? If so, does this automatically overwrite the hdd? I have already backed up files I wish to keep.

jsmithepa · Dec 29, 2016

As long as you have nothing to save.....

I believe the NEW install option will obliterate everything and start the HD anew.

If you want to be sure, can always, during the installation process, manually remove ALL partitions, then select the NEW option.

USAFRet · Dec 29, 2016

parker1297 :

Boot from your install DVD
During the install, select Custom
You will be presented with a list of current partitions
Delete ALL of them
Proceed.

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