Windows 8 could not be installed - you can do that

If you switch to Windows 8, you will often get the message "Windows 8 could not be installed". To fix this problem, we’ll give you troubleshooting tips below.

Windows 8 could not be installed - what to do?

• First check whether your PC meets the minimum requirements for Windows 8.
• We generally recommend that you update all drivers before upgrading.
• If you have several Windows installations on your PC at the same time, this error can also occur.
• Before installing Windows 8, you should completely uninstall the antivirus on the old installation. After uninstalling, delete any files and folders that are left.
• We therefore recommend installation via the existing system. Insert the CD or the USB stick and open the folder.
• Right click on the "Setup.exe" file and select "Run as administrator". Then click through the installation of Windows 8.

Other solutions: Windows 8 could not be installed

• If you still experience this problem, you should format your hard drive completely. However, all data will be lost.
• Then insert the CD and change the boot order so that you can then start the installation.
• Some users report that the installation does not work if you create a Microsoft account.
• So skip this step. You can create a Microsoft account later.

In the next practical tip, we will tell you how to install Windows 8 and 8.1 without a CD.