Quote - > Quote - Khory_DConsidering how many people have posted what an easy install it is..if you do have to reformat I wouldn't admit it to anyone.

It is a dead easy install. I'll admit that I do a clean Windows installation every now and then. I have a basic Windows image backup, which I restore and then install my applications. One would be surprised how much junk accumulates over time. Maybe over the top, but it works for me.

I'm not sure if it's the party line anymore.. but years ago when I was getting my mcse.. Microsoft recommended a clean install every 3 to 6 months.  This is primarily due to drivers being re-written and written over and every other thing you can think of.  Mine's been due for an overhaul for ages but I'm holding off til October when I build my new rendering beast.