How to wipe clean an ASUS laptop?

To completely wipe clean your ASUS laptop and restore it to its factory settings, follow these steps:

Steps to Reset Your ASUS Laptop

Here's how to reset your ASUS laptop, effectively wiping it clean:

1. Open the Start menu. This is typically located in the bottom-left corner of your screen.
2. Click Settings. From the Start menu, select the gear icon to open the Settings app.
3. Navigate to Recovery Settings. In the Settings app, go to System and then select Recovery.
4. Initiate the Reset Process. Click on Reset this PC.
5. Choose the "Remove Everything" Option. You will be presented with two options. To completely wipe your laptop, select Remove everything. This will delete all your files, apps, and settings and return your computer to its out-of-the-box state. Be absolutely sure you want to do this, as this process is irreversible without a backup.

Important Considerations Before Resetting:

• Backup Your Data: Before proceeding with the reset, it's crucial to back up any important files, documents, photos, and other data you want to keep. You can use an external hard drive, cloud storage, or another storage device.
• Understand the Consequences: Realize that this process will remove all personal data, installed applications, and customized settings. Your laptop will be just like it was when you first purchased it.
• Activation Keys/Software Licenses: Ensure you have access to any necessary activation keys or software licenses for programs you may want to reinstall after the reset.

Alternative Methods (If Available on Your Model)

Some ASUS laptops may also have a dedicated recovery partition that allows you to restore the system to its factory default state during startup. The specific key combination to access this feature varies depending on the model, but it's often one of the following keys pressed during startup:

• F9
• F11
• Esc

Consult your ASUS laptop's manual or the ASUS support website for the correct key combination for your specific model. This method bypasses Windows entirely and can be useful if Windows is not booting correctly.