How to Reinstall Windows

This guide will help you perform a clean Windows installation to ensure optimal compatibility with Proofcore cheats.

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What You’ll Need

• USB Drive: Minimum 8GB of space
• Windows ISO: Windows 10 or Windows 11 installation file
• Rufus: Tool to create bootable USB
• Backup: Save important files before starting

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Step 1: Download Required Files

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Step 2: Create Bootable USB

1. Run Rufus and configure the following settings:
   • Device: Select your USB drive
   • Boot selection: Choose “Disk or ISO image”
   • Image: Select the downloaded Windows ISO
2. Click START and wait for Rufus to create the boot media

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Step 3: Backup Your Data

Before proceeding, save all important files to a drive that is NOT your Windows drive:

• Documents and downloads
• Game saves
• Browser bookmarks and passwords
• Any other personal files

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Step 4: Boot from USB

1. Restart your PC and press your BIOS key during startup:
   • Common keys: F1, F2, F8, F10, DEL
   • Key varies by manufacturer
2. Enter Boot Menu and select your USB drive as the boot device
3. Save and restart to begin Windows installation

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Step 5: Install Windows

Key steps during installation:

• Delete all existing partitions
• Create a fresh partition for Windows
• Select the new partition for installation
• Wait for Windows to complete installation

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Step 6: Post-Installation Setup

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1. Disable Windows Updates

Once Windows is ready:

1. Go to Settings → Update & Security
2. Under Windows Update, click “Pause Updates for 7 days”
3. Download Windows Update Blocker: https://www.sordum.org/downloads/?st-windows-update-blocker
4. Use the blocker to permanently disable Windows updates

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2.. Install Essential Drivers Only

Install ONLY the following:

Essential Drivers

• GPU Driver:
  • NVIDIA: Download from NVIDIA website
  • AMD: Download from AMD website
• Web Browser: Chrome, Firefox, or Edge
• Game Launcher: Steam, Origin, Uplay, Epic Games, etc.

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Step 7: Final Steps

After completing the Windows reinstallation:

2. Follow your cheat’s injection guide from the How to Inject section
3. Request HWID reset if needed:
   • If the loader says “You are not authorized”, open a ticket at https://proofcore.io/forums/support/

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Recommended Windows Versions

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Troubleshooting

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Next Steps

After successfully reinstalling Windows:

1. Choose your game from the How to Inject section
2. Follow the game-specific injection guide
3. If you encounter issues, check Troubleshooting