Solved How do I make a reset, not refesh image in Windows 8/8.1

[ryan77627]

I installed Windows 8 Through my windows DVD and now want to make it so I don't need the Windows Installation Disk or any USB Recovery key. Is there any way to make a refresh AND reset partition and image.

 

[Nuccii]

Refresh and Reset are already built into Windows 8. You still need the disk in the event of a repair or complete clean reinstall.
What makes you say you do not need the Installation Disk?

 

[ryan77627]

I made a recovery image using recimg that lets me refresh but not reset. I want to make a restore partition like a OEMs where it doesn't ask for a disk and its already built in the HDD somewhere hidden. Can I use recimg to make a refresh AND reset image. I would like that a lot. Thanks.

 

[whs]

http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/18052-refresh-reset-windows-8-without-installation-disk.html

 

[Nuccii]

Ask yourself this, what happens if the hard disk fails!

 

[ryan77627]

Then I'll use the disk but that's not the point now right now. All I'm asking is if it possible and how? It would be much appreciated. I just want it so its a little easier if I'm away and I need to reformat my laptop.

 

[ryan77627]

Thank you whs! I'll try and report back.

 

[whs]

You are welcome. If you like the method, you might also be interested in this additional possibility.

http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/9310-refresh-windows-8-set-custom-recovery-image-active.html