You want to completely drain your computer? So you would like know how to format a Huawei PC, without going through a CD player? Indeed, there are procedures that are carried out with a Bootable CD. However, it is common on modern computers that they are no longer equipped with a CD player. Don't worry, it is still possible. Either using a bootable usb stick otherwise through the tools available on W10. On the other hand, the expression "formatting a PC" is generally misused. Rather, it will be reset your OS. To help you understand all this, first we will explain what consists system reset compared to disk formatting. Then when you will see more clearly, we will detail some procedures as well as the steps to reset very simply your Huawei PC.
Format or reset Huawei PC?
What is disk formatting on Huawei PC for?
Format a hard drive aims to partition so that he has the ability to keep your data. You can compare it to making shelves to furnish a library. At the same time, all the data will be cleaned on your Huawei PC. You will get a brand new disc.
However, this is possible when the OS is not saved to disk. Moreover, the technique for achieving this with a external hard drive is very easy. You can get there by a few steps. You just have to go through File Explorer to right click on the drive. And finally you have to choose “Format”.
Is it possible to format the C: drive of your Huawei PC?
Regarding the procedure for format the main drive of your Huawei PC. it's more complex since you don't have to delete the OS. Otherwise you can no longer have graphical interface and it will be impossible for you to use your computer.
So two alternatives are available to you. You can either reset W10 through tools. This will allow you to keep certain data present in your User directory. Or you can choose to do a factory reset . You should know that you will be able to do this without needing a password. You can with this reinstall Windows 10 above the previous installation. For this, it will be necessary to generate a bootable USB key. We will detail these two solutions following this tutorial.
These two procedures will be very useful if your operating system is stuck and that you experience blue screen issues with your Huawei PC.
Methods to factory reset your Huawei PC without CD drive:
If you want reset your Huawei PC, you will have two options. We have detailed each of them below.
Factory reset Huawei PC using W10 features:
Under W10, you have the option of reset the OS and Settings when it lights up. However if this is not the case. It is also possible to do this procedure through Windows recovery environment. We present the two alternatives in sequence, so that you can apply the one that best suits your situation.
Your Huawei PC turns on:
- Access the Windows settings using shortcut keys Windows+i,
- Then press "Update and security",
- And go to the section "Recovery",
- Within the party "Reset this PC", Press on " To start ",
- Then you can choose to "Keep my files" ou " Delete all ".
- And finally carry out the indicated steps.
Your Huawei PC no longer restarts:
When your Huawei PC no longer turns on, you must first access the recovery environment , performing the following procedure about three times:
- Click the on/off button to start the system,
- Then when the latter charges, click more than 5 seconds on the power button again so as to turn it off.
When you have performed this first procedure, you will see a blue “Choose an option” screen on your Huawei PC. To initiate the OS reset, perform the following steps:
- Select "Troubleshooting" inside the first screen "Choose an option",
- You will then be redirected to " Problem resolution ", choose "Reset this PC",
- Then as before, it will be necessary to make the choice of whether or not to keep your documents then follow the steps.
If you want to know more about it. We also suggest that you consult the following tutorial: How to Factory Reset a Huawei PC?
Reinstall Windows 10 on Huawei PC using bootable USB:
If you want reinstall Windows 10 on your Huawei PC. You must first generate bootable usb key as explained below. Then all you have to do is turn on your computer with the USB key plugged into the USB port. To be able to do this, you will need to have a blank USB key.
Generate Bootable USB for Huawei PC:
- Head to the Microsoft official site so as to download the support creation tool which allows you to create the ISO file,
- Click on the button "Download the tool now",
- Launch the downloaded exe file so as to access utility,
- Accept the conditions of use,
- And follow the steps by selecting the alternatives below
- “Create installation media (USB stick, DVD or, ISO file) for another PC”
- Et “USB flash drive”.
Boot your Huawei PC using the bootable USB drive:
Once the USB key is available. You should connect it to your Huawei PC. Then press the on / off button. In general the PC boat directly on the key, which allows you to access the Windows installation media. If not, you will have to go to the BIOS of your computer in order to modify boot order. If you want to know the method to achieve this, do not hesitate to consult the following tutorial: How to enter the BIOS of my Huawei PC.?
To conclude: When you want format your Huawei PC without using a CD player, it is actually about reset the OS because your computer will not be able to function without it. You can either use windows functions and Settings Update and security section "Recovery". Or reinstall Windows using a bootable USB stick. Either way, it will erase apps and settings. However in the first solution, you can keep some data.
If you ever want other tutorials on your Huawei PC, we invite you to explore the tutorials in the category: Huawei pc.
