How to Reinstall Windows 8.

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Get your Windows 8 CD installer.

   The CD either came with your PC or was bought separately.
   
   Put it inside the CD/DVD drive of your computer.
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   Step 2: Restart your computer.

   , Press the Delete, F1, or F2 button on your keyboard, depending on the type of BIOS your computer is using. , Inside the BIOS, set the boot settings so your computer will boot from the CD/DVD drive first. , Wait for your computer to restart. , A prompt will notify you to “Press any key to boot from CD or DVD.” ,, Your PC needs to have an active network connection. , Move your mouse cursor to the lower right of the screen (or swipe to the left if you’re using a touch screen), and select “Settings.” ,,,,, Restart your computer when prompted.
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   Step 3: Access the BIOS.

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   Step 4: Boot from CD/DVD drive.

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   Step 5: Save the changes made on the BIOS.

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   Step 6: Press any buttons on the keyboard to proceed.

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   Step 7: Follow the setup instructions to install Windows 8.

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   Step 8: Connect your computer to the Internet.

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   Step 9: Go to "Settings."

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    Step 10: Select “Change PC Settings.”

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    Step 11: Select “Update and Recovery.”

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    Step 12: Choose “Windows Update.”

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    Step 13: Look for and select “KB 2919355” from the list of downloadable updates.

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    Step 14: Download and install the update.

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