Reinstalling Windows 11 Question


Amarri

Amarri

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I apologize if this is not the correct thread to post on. I was just wondering #1. How to Reinstall Windows 11...and if I can do it without
losing my Document Folders. Thanks!!
 

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    HP
See here. This will reinstall windows but leave all programs and data intact

www.elevenforum.com

Repair Install Windows 11 with an In-place Upgrade

This tutorial will show you how to do a repair install of Windows 11 by performing an in-place upgrade without losing anything. If you need to repair or create a new recovery partition or having problems with the Windows 11 operating system on your PC, and the usual solutions will not fix it...
www.elevenforum.com www.elevenforum.com
 

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I also should have asked will I lose my passwords? :rolleyes:
 

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  • OS
    Windows 11 Home 256GB SSD Intel pentium silver 8gb ddr4
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    PC/Desktop
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    HP
Amarri said:
I also should have asked will I lose my passwords? :rolleyes:
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You *should* not lose anything at all, everything will be exactly how it was. (besides windows being repaired) However, it is always important to have a backup of your data. You can export your browser data bookmarks & passwords in your browser settings. Then you can upload it to google drive or onedrive or anything with a free cloud storage. Let me know if you need help with this.


I also suggest using option 2 from the tutorial.


Also if you tell us what the problem is, maybe we can help. What makes you think you need to reinstall/repair windows?
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Custom Built
    CPU
    Ryzen 7 5700 X3D
    Motherboard
    MSI MPG B550 GAMING PLUS
    Memory
    64 GB DDR4 3600mhz Gskill Ripjaws V
    Graphics Card(s)
    RTX 4070 Super , 12GB VRAM Asus EVO Overclock
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 2560 x 1440 @ 170hz HDR
    Hard Drives
    2TB Samsung nvme ssd
    2TB XPG nvme ssd
    PSU
    CORSAIR RMx SHIFT Series™ RM750x 80 PLUS Gold Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
    Case
    CORSAIR 3500X ARGB Mid-Tower ATX PC Case – Black
    Cooling
    ID-COOLING FROSTFLOW X 240 CPU Water Cooler
    Internet Speed
    900mbps DOWN, 100mbps UP
  • Operating System
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    Laptop
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    HP Chromebook
    CPU
    Intel Pentium Quad Core
    Memory
    4GB LPDDR4
    Monitor(s) Displays
    14 Inch HD SVA anti glare micro edge display
    Hard Drives
    64 GB emmc
Is it the case if you use option 2 (ISO/MCT) from the MS download page it will be 24H2? If you want to remain on 23H2 is the Fix Problems Using Windows Update option the only one now available? I for one haven't been offered 24H2 and am in no rush to Update. Thanks.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 Home
I'd make sure you back up everything first anyway, whichever option you use. Just copy the contents of all your folders, desktop etc onto an external hard drive. I also screenshot my programs list so I can remember what needs reinstalling afterwards. Your passwords - it depends how you store them. I use a firefox account so they're not actually stored on the computer but saved in firefox itself - then when reinstalling firefox all your passwords and logins are there. The other thing to make a note of is any activation for codes for software (although mostly these are sent by email now so should be in your email.

If it was me I'd reset without saving anything - like a clean install - then reinstall from your backups.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    HP Pavilion 14-ce3514sa
    CPU
    Core i5
    Memory
    16gb
    Hard Drives
    Samsung 970 evo plus 2TB
    Cooling
    Could be better
    Internet Speed
    200mbps Starlink
    Browser
    Firefox
    Other Info
    Originally installed with a 500gb H10 Optane ssd
Hazel123 said:
I'd make sure you back up everything first anyway, whichever option you use. Just copy the contents of all your folders, desktop etc onto an external hard drive. I also screenshot my programs list so I can remember what needs reinstalling afterwards. Your passwords - it depends how you store them. I use a firefox account so they're not actually stored on the computer but saved in firefox itself - then when reinstalling firefox all your passwords and logins are there. The other thing to make a note of is any activation for codes for software (although mostly these are sent by email now so should be in your email.

If it was me I'd reset without saving anything - like a clean install - then reinstall from your backups.
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Thanks! I actually have passwords saved in Google, I should have thought of that. I have alot on my external hard drive as well. I haven't done the Reinstall yet, but just doing the reset without saving anything (although a pain) is what I think I will do. Again thanks for your input!
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 Home 256GB SSD Intel pentium silver 8gb ddr4
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    HP
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