NOTE: When you restore windows computers to factory settings, you will lose all your data. Before doing so, always remember to back up your data.
Methods to format Windows 7 without CD
Method 1
Reset your computer from recovery partition
Few computers have a recovery partition that allow users to restore their system to default settings. Follow these steps to do so
Open file explorer by pressing windows logo and E at the same time on your keyboardNow right-click computer, then select manageYou will see storage option click thatChoose disk managementUnder the disk management find recovery partitionClick on recovery partition and follow the instructions Turn off your computer, then disconnect all peripherals from your computerPress thepower button to turn on your computer, then, before the Windows logo appears, repeatedly press theRecovery Keyon your keyboardAt last, follow the on-screen instructions to reset your computer
Method 2
Format Windows 7 to factory settings via “Control Panel”
Click start button and then choose control panelChoose system and securityYou will see Backup and Restore displayed on the new page, select thatIn the Backup and Restore window, click on the Recover system settings or your computer.Now, select Advanced recovery methodsYou will see 2 optionsRestore files from a system image backup Return Your Computer to Factory ConditionChoose the second oneNow again you have 2 optionscreate a Back up now2nd option will be Skip.
If you want to make a backup, click the first one. Or you can click skip
Click the Restart button to reboot your Windows 7 laptop and to start the factory reset process
After this your system will shut down and restart. You will receive a new notification asking to select a keyboard input method.
Click ‘Next’You will see 3 more optionsRestore operation system to factory default.Restore operating systems and Retain user dataExitselect Restore operation system to factory defaultThen click Next and again Next and at last Ok
We have provided you with two methods through which you can format, or factory reset your system. You don’t need a CD now!! Hopefully, this article helps you out.
