Matching Pairs Install WindowsOnline version Installation Preparation Steps by Mr. Balcarcel 1 Obtain the installation media and product key 2 Create a system image 3 Back up existing data 4 Configure the boot sequence 5 Locate application software and licensing keys Creating an image of the source computer lets you restore the computer to its original state in the event that the clean install fails A clean install deletes all existing files. You should back up all data you do not want to lose. You can do this using many different methods Installation media can be obtained from a retail store or by creating the media using the Media Creation Tool. All applications on the destination machine must be reinstalled after performing the Windows 10 clean installation You must configure the destination computer to boot from the installation media