To restore a Windows 7 or Vista computer, you must have a set of restore discs for the computer or an original Windows 7 or Vista installation disc. The hard drive will be erased, and Windows 8 will be reinstalled. Windows 8įollow these instructions to erase and reinstall Windows 8. Windows will be reset, either keeping your files intact or erasing everything, depending on the option you selected.
Select the Recovery option in the left navigation pane.In the Settings window, select the Update & security option.Select the Settings option (looks like a gear).Follow these instructions to erase or uninstall and reinstall Windows 10.
