At this step, you can partition the existing disk into smaller virtual disks (recommended for bigger disks).

Now it’s time to let the installer know the disk where Windows files will be copied. Since it’s a new computer we’ll be choosing the latter option.ġ1. Select the installation type: Upgrade an existing installation of Windows (version 7, 8, or 10) or Custom. To proceed you need to agree to licensing terms (EULA).ġ0. If you’re interested in Windows 10 editions and differences we have an article detailing them.ĩ. It must match the product key entered earlier or else Windows won’t activate. Select the Windows edition you want to install. It’s made up of 25 characters ( 5 groups of 5 letters and numbers).Ĩ. You can skip this step if you want to activate Windows later on. Next step is to enter the Windows 10 product key.

You can change them later after the install if needed.ħ. You can mix and match these to your liking and don’t have to reflect the actual location where you’ll be using the PC or the actual keyboard layout. Next we’ll need to choose the language of the interface, the time and currency format, and the keyboard layout. There’s also an option to Repair your computer. The first step is to choose to Install now. Doing so will start the Windows 10 install process and the Windows 10 logo will appear.ĥ. A message to Press any key to boot from the CD or DVD… appears. This is the modern way to install Windows 10 and it’s not possible to change without reinstalling Windows.Ĥ.

If that’s the case I recommend you chose the version that uses EFI or UEFI. Select the drive unit that contains the Windows 10 installer. Press the F8 key multiple times while the computer starts to open the Boot Manager menu.ģ. Front-panel USB connectors can cause a lot of issues during the install process.Ģ. Note: if using a tower case insert the USB drive into one of the rear ports. Insert the bootable DVD into the optical bay or the USB disk into your computer. If you don’t know how to install Windows 10, or any other Windows operating system for that matter, this guide will get you through, even if you don’t consider yourself proficient enough when it comes to computers.ġ. Here are all the Windows 10 installation steps, from start to finish. Prebuilt computers might add/change a few steps to the installer for the manufacturer’s custom software, but basically, the concept remains the same.

Windows 10 install disk