Windows 10 Clean Install

shoe59

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Beloved Tom's Community:

I am currently running Windows 8.1 and plan to perform a clean install of Windows 10. I made a bootable DVD using the Windows Media Creation tool. A couple questions:

1. Will my Windows 8.1 Key activate this clean install?

2. What critical Drivers might I need to get before installing? (I have driver for my USB Wifi adapter incase it doesn't plug n play)

If you have any tips at all for clean install of Win10, or tips for clean install in general, I'd love to hear them. I just want to make sure I'm not overlooking anything.

Thanks in advance
 

shoe59

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I custom built, and my Windows key is OEM Windows 8.1

The more I read, the more it seems like I have to upgrade first. But it is definitely time for a "spring cleaning" so I will be doing a clean install even if I do have to go the upgrade route.

I really appreciate your input!