You may need to format an SSD to install Windows or when the system fails to boot properly.
But how toformat SSD without OS?
This tutorial onMiniToolshows you how to format SSD from BIOS by using CMD andMiniTool Partition Wizard.
Therefore, today we are going to show you how to format SSD without Windows.
Now, keep reading to get detailed steps.
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How to Format SSD Without Windows
Way 1.
Format SSD From BIOS CMD
Using CMD is the easiest way to format an SSD without OS.
it’s possible for you to follow the steps below to complete this task.
Prepare a USB drive that does not contain any important files.
Then insert the drive into a functioning computer andcreate a Windows installation media.
Connect the installation disk to the unbootable computer.
Now, boot the computer, and keep pressing theF2/Deletebutton while booting toenter into BIOS.
In BIOS, use the arrow key to select to boot from the Windows installation USB drive.
When you see the Windows install interface, clickNext>Repair your machine.
Then clickTroubleshoot>Command Prompt.
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Way 2.
This partition magic can help create a bootable USB drive and then perform SSD formatting without booting into Windows.
Before you do, you gotta insert a blank USB drive into a working computer.
On a working computer, download, install, and launch MiniTool Partition Wizard Free.
Step 2.Boot the computer from the bootable drive.
In the new window, specify the partition label and file system, then click theOKbutton.
Preview the format effect, then clickApplyto make this operation take effect.
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Step 1.
Launch MiniTool Power Data Recovery Free.
On its home page, go to theDevicestab, then choose the formatted SSD and clickScan.
After scanning, find the required items.
During this process, you’ve got the option to make use of theFilterandSearchfeatures.
Preview found files by double-clicking on each file.
Alternatively, you’re able to select a file and click thePreviewbutton.
Select all needed items and clickSaveto choose a safe location to store the recovered files.
Do not store them in the original SSD in the event ofdata overwriting.
Hope this detailed guide is beneficial to you.
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