How to Reinstall Windows 11 from BIOS on PC & Laptop🔥

You may seek to reinstall Windows 11 on your computer for varying reasons. It could be that your PC has a corrupted hard drive or your operating system isn't working correctly. Do you know how to reinstall Windows 11 from BIOS? Is reinstalling Windows from BIOS possible? This article from EaseUS is for you if you're asking similar questions. We'll elaborate on three techniques on how to reinstall Windows 11 successfully.

Can You Reinstall Windows 11 from BIOS

BIOS has settings that let you boot from a hard drive or USB drive connected to your device. The BIOS on itself doesn't allow you to reinstall Windows 11. It provides a gateway through which you can perform the reinstallation. You'll choose a connected bootable drive as the primary mechanism to boot your device and reinstall Windows.

Different techniques exist to access BIOS on your Lenovo, ASUS, HP, MSI, Dell, or Acer computer. We recommend you use EaseUS Todo Backup to create a backup and avoid the uncertainties of losing critical data when reinstalling Windows.

This tool has an efficient data backup and recovery mechanism. Another option for backing up your data is via the Windows Settings. Access the "Backup and Restore (Windows 7)" feature to create a backup for your PC. If you lose data by accident, you'll easily restore your device.

3 Ways to Reinstall Windows 11 on Laptop & PC

Performing a Windows reinstall isn't as difficult as such. You can accomplish it via a bootable drive, settings, or recovery mode. The three methods to efficiently reinstall Windows 11 on your computer or laptop include the following.

Method 1. Reinstall Windows 11 from Bootable USB

This technique demands that you create a bootable USB before reinstallation. We've divided the method into two parts as follows:

Part 1. Create a Windows 11 Bootable USB

A bootable USB has the requisite files for launching a Windows installation. You should have at least 8 GB of flash drive storage to develop a bootable USB. Rufus or a Windows Media Creation Tool are the common tools for creating a bootable USB. However, the most convenient way is to use EaseUS OS2Go.

This efficient tool saves the hassle of manually creating a live USB from an ISO file or without an ISO file. It allows you to automatically create a Windows installation USB drive with BIOS & UEFI support and successfully run it on your PC, external hard disk, or USB drive. The tool bypasses the minimal requirements for installing Windows 11 on your device. For example, it lets you install Windows 11 without a secure boot and TPM.

You'll also bypass the Microsoft account requirement for Windows installation. Ensure you download and launch EaseUS OS2Go on your PC today to create a bootable USB. The steps are very simple to follow.

Step 1. Install EaseUS OS2Go on your Windows computer. Plug in a USB drive or external hard drive that is large enough.

Step 2. Choose the third tab "Windows Install Drive Creator". First choose the Windows versions you want to install, EaseUS OS2Go supports creating Windows 11/10/8.1 installation media. You could also select a local ISO file. When all set, click "Create".

Step 3. Then you will see a safety warning message, telling you that all data on the selected disk will be deleted. Click "Continue" to proceed.

Step 4. Then EaseUS OS2Go will start to create the Windows Installation media. It usually takes a while to download a ISO file, the time it takes depend on your OS and Network condition. When the progress reaches 100%, the USB drive should be bootable now.

Step 5. Insert the Windows Installation media to your computer and start the installation process.

Part 2. Clean Install Windows 11

Once you've created a bootable USB drive, the next step is to begin Windows installation. Follow the steps below:

Step 1. Connect the installation media (bootable USB drive) to your computer. Restart your PC. Next, hold the Shift key until you enter the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE).

Step 2. Select "Use a device" when the "Choose an option" screen loads.

Step 3. Choose your bootable USB drive to initiate the reinstallation.

Step 4. The system will then load the Windows Setup page. Select your language and click Next.

Step 5. Click "Install Now" to launch the Windows installation process.

Step 6. Choose "I don't have a product key" and hit Next.

Step 7. Under the "Select the operating system you want to install" page, choose your initial version of Windows 11.

Step 8. Accept the Microsoft software license terms and click Next.

Step 9. Select "Custom Install" as your installation type. This will erase all data and settings on your PC. 

Step 10. Once the next screen loads, select where to install Windows. In this case, you should select your primary drive. The system will erase all the data on the selected drive. Click Next to proceed.

Step 11. The Windows 11 reinstallation process will now begin. Stay patient until the installation is complete.

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Method 2. Reinstall Windows 11 from Settings

The second method entails accessing the "Reset this PC" setting on your computer to reinstall Windows. This option lets you delete or keep your files and initiates installation. It allows you to perform a cloud download or local reinstall of Windows 11. Follow these steps:

Step 1. Access your Windows 11 Settings and then go to "System">"Recovery."

Step 2. Click the "Reset PC" button under "Recovery options."

Step 3. Next, select whether to keep your files or delete everything.

Step 4. Select "Local reinstall" under the "How would you like to reinstall Windows" screen.

Step 5. Click the "Next" button and select "Reset" to reinstall Windows 11. Stay patient until the process runs to completion.

Method 3. Reinstall Windows 11 from Recovery Mode

You can also enter Recovery Mode to install Windows if all the other methods have failed. This mostly applies if your PC isn't booting as usual. You can access the "Reset this PC" option to reinstall Windows in Recovery Mode. Below are the detailed steps:

Step 1. Turn on your computer and repeatedly press the power button to enter Recovery Mode.

Step 2. When the "Choose an option" screen displays, select "Troubleshoot."

Step 3. Select "Reset this PC" to initiate the reinstallation process.

Step 4. You can then select whether to delete or keep your files.

Step 5. Next, select "cloud download" or "local reinstall." Use the onscreen instructions to reset your device and reinstall Windows 11.

To Wrap Things Up

This article has discussed everything about how to reinstall Windows 11 from BIOS. You can reinstall Windows 11 from Windows settings, use a bootable USB, or use recovery mode. EaseUS OS2Go is the most recommended tool for creating bootable USB. The tool conveniently makes a Windows installation USB drive for reinstalling Windows 11.

The application also enables you to skip the minimal requirements one needs to fulfill before reinstalling Windows 11. Ensure you download EaseUS OS2Go today for a seamless Windows 11 reinstallation.

FAQs on Reinstalling Windows 11 from BIOS

Below are the common questions on this topic.

1. How to Install Windows 11 Without Current Operating System?

You can perform a Windows clean install from a bootable USB drive. Follow these steps:

• Step 1. Connect the bootable USB drive to your computer. Power on your PC and repeatedly press F10 to open BIOS settings. 
• Step 2. Click on Boot options. Select your preferred boot mode (Legacy or UEFI). Navigate to the Boot order and select your bootable drive.
• Step 3. Save the changes and then exit BIOS. Your computer will restart.
• Step 4. While restarting your computer, repeatedly press F9 to load the boot devices. Select your bootable USB drive and wait for the Windows installation to load. 
• Step 5. The system will then load the Windows Setup page. Select your language and click Next.
• Step 6. Click Install Now to launch the Windows installation process.
• Step 7. Choose I don't have a product key then hit Next.
• Step 8. Under the Select the operating system you want to install, choose your preferred version of Windows 11.
• Step 9. Agree to the Microsoft Licensing terms and click Next.
• Step 10. Select Custom Install as your installation type. This will erase all data and settings on your PC. 
• Step 11. Once the next screen loads, select where to install Windows. Follow the displayed instructions to finish installing Windows. Stay patient as the process runs to completion.

2. What Is the Best Way to Completely Wipe and Reinstall Windows?

You can apply the Reset this PC Windows Setting. Check the steps below:

• Step 1. Open Settings and go to System>Recovery.
• Step 2. Click the Reset PC button under Recovery options.
• Step 3. Next, select whether to keep your files or delete everything. In this case, select the Delete Everything option.
• Step 4. Select Local reinstall under How would you like to reinstall Windows?
• Step 5. Click the Next button and select Reset to start reinstalling Windows 11. Stay patient until the process runs to completion.

3. How Do I Factory Reset Windows from BIOS?

The first thing to do is to back up your data via EaseUS Todo Backup. Next, create a recovery USB drive. You can then follow these steps:

• Step 1. Boot your computer and hit F12, F2, Esc, or DEL to enter BIOS.
• Step 2. Click on Boot Options and select your recovery USB as the boot device.
• Step 3. Save your changes and exit. Your device will then restart.
• Step 4. Your computer will boot from the recovery USB drive. It will then lead you to the Windows installation screen.
• Step 5. Select your language, hit Next, then click Repair your Computer.
• Step 6. Choose Troubleshoot and then Reset This PC>Reset Options.
• Step 7. Follow the instructions shown to factory reset your device and reinstall Windows.