Re-install on partition


  1. dousetheflames
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    Windows 7 home Premium Service Pack 1 64 bit
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    Re-install on partition


    Hi all
    Firstly my apologies if this question has been asked.
    My PC has a 2 TB hard drive with 2 equal partitions, my question is can I move all my files I want to keep onto the second partition and re-install Windows 7 on the first partition leaving my files untouched?

    Thank you for your help.
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  3. theog
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    ME/XP/Vista/Win7
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    Yes you can, but best to back up Data to a External HDD.
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  4. gregrocker
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    As long as you don't touch the second partition during install, it can be done but is always still risky. Files should always be backed up. A free method to the cloud is here to Sync, Backup and Store your Files to the Cloud with Skydrive - Windows 7 Help Forums.

    Follow these steps to get a perfect Clean Reinstall - Factory OEM Windows 7
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