I've been using this Fire Shadow Notebook T6A for nearly a year, and recently I decided to reinstall the system on a whim. The process of reinstalling the system is something everyone is familiar with, and this article's focus is not to teach you how to reinstall, but rather to document the software and settings needed after reinstallation, hoping to provide some reference and help for friends with similar needs.
1. Preparations Before Reinstalling the System#
Before you start reinstalling the system, be sure to back up all important data, such as documents, photos, and videos. It is recommended to use an external hard drive or cloud storage (like Baidu Cloud or OneDrive) for backup to prevent data loss and ensure everything is secure.
2. Selecting Boot Options#
Fire Shadow Notebook T6A shortcut keys:
F2
to enter BIOS,F7
to select boot options
- Insert the boot USB drive: Insert the PE boot USB drive (I used FirPE) that has the latest original Windows 11 image written on it into the notebook's USB port.
- Restart the computer: Click restart to prepare to enter the boot selection interface.
- Enter boot selection: Quickly press the
F7
key when the computer starts to bring up the boot option selection menu. - Select USB boot: Find the boot disk in the list and press the Enter key to confirm the boot.
3. Installing the System#
Before starting the system reinstallation, I want to remind everyone: during the installation process, the system will automatically format the drive you choose to install to. This means that all data on that drive will be erased and cannot be recovered. Therefore, please be sure to back up all important data, such as documents, photos, and videos, before proceeding with the system installation. You can back up this data to an external hard drive, cloud storage, or other secure storage devices. Only after ensuring data safety should you proceed with the system installation.
- Enter PE environment: The computer will boot from the USB drive and enter FirPE (a lightweight boot environment based on Windows PE).
- Run the installation program: In the FirPE environment, find and run the system installation program.
- Select installation options: Follow the prompts of the installation wizard to choose the image to install, installation location, partitions, etc., so easy.
- Wait for installation to complete: The installation program will automatically install the Windows 11 system, and the entire process is very quick, a foolproof installation.
4. Installing Drivers#
After the system installation is complete, the first step is to install drivers; otherwise, there may be display issues and other problems.
- CPU and GPU drivers: Go to the official websites of the CPU and GPU (such as Intel, NVIDIA, or AMD) to download and install the latest version of the drivers.
- Bluetooth driver and accompanying control center: Next, visit the notebook manufacturer's support website (like the Fire Shadow Notebook official website) to download and install the Bluetooth driver and the accompanying control center software.
5. Personal Application Installation and Recommendations#
Here are some software and tools I have selected and installed based on daily needs, covering efficiency, entertainment, and system optimization, hoping to provide some reference for everyone.
Recommended Download Sources#
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Fruit Kernel Peeling (ghxi.cn)
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Green Soft Station (gndown.com)
Both are reliable software resource sites that provide green and genuine tool downloads, with rich resources and timely updates.
System Optimization Tools#
- Windows 11 Easy Settings: This tool allows for deep optimization and personalization of the Windows 11 system, improving system performance and user experience, making the system run more smoothly.
Compression Tools#
- Bandizip: A lightweight and efficient decompression tool that supports various compression formats, easy to operate, with a simple and intuitive interface, capable of quickly decompressing files, saving time and effort.
Efficiency Enhancement Tools#
- Snipaste: A powerful screenshot tool that supports various screenshot modes and editing functions, allowing quick capture of screen content and simple processing, making it convenient for users to take screenshots and annotate.
- Quicker: A shortcut operation tool that allows users to quickly complete various complex tasks through custom shortcuts and workflows, improving work efficiency and enabling users to complete daily tasks more efficiently.
- GeekDesk: Similar to Maye's quick launch tool, it allows users to add frequently used applications and files for quick access, saving time searching for files.
- Listary: An efficient file search tool that can quickly locate and find files, supporting various search methods, allowing users to quickly find the files they need and improve work efficiency.
Runtime Environment#
- NET Framework: Install the commonly used .NET runtime library to ensure that applications developed based on the .NET framework can run normally, providing support for stable software operation.
- Microsoft Common Runtime Library: Install Microsoft's common runtime library to ensure that the system can support various software and tools developed on the Microsoft platform, ensuring software compatibility.
Browsers#
- Chrome: A widely popular browser with fast browsing speed and rich extension features, capable of meeting various online needs of users.
- Running Cheese's Firefox: An optimized version of Firefox by Running Cheese, green version, compact size, fast running speed, suitable for users who like Firefox.
After installation, log in to your account to sync settings and maintain a consistent browsing experience on the new system.
For the Edge browser, you can set the sync options as shown in the image below:
(Due to a large number of bookmarks, it is recommended to export them separately to speed up the sync process.)
Cloud Storage Tools#
- Quark Cloud Disk: A simple and efficient cloud disk client that supports various file types and fast download features, with a clean interface and easy operation, suitable for users to store and download files.
- Baidu Cloud Disk: A well-known cloud storage service in China, providing large storage space and convenient file management features, supporting synchronization across multiple devices, making it easy for users to access and manage files anytime, anywhere.
Social Software#
- QQ: A mainstream instant messaging tool in China that supports login from multiple devices, making it easy to communicate with friends and colleagues, with rich features, a clean interface, and a good user experience.
- WeChat: A powerful social platform that integrates various functions such as chat, payment, and public accounts, meeting users' various social and life needs.
- RevokeMsgPatcher: Anti-recall plugin.
- Telegram: A social software with high security and privacy protection, supporting multi-platform use, with a simple interface and rich features, suitable for users who prioritize privacy protection.
Note-taking Software#
- Typora: A simple and beautiful Markdown editor that supports real-time preview and various theme styles, making it easier for users to write notes and edit documents.
- Yuque: A professional knowledge management and team collaboration tool that supports various note formats and rich editing features, suitable for teams to share knowledge and collaborate.
- Obsidian: A note-taking tool based on local files that supports Markdown syntax and knowledge graph features, making it easy for users to build a personal knowledge system and improve knowledge management efficiency.
Code Editing#
- VSCode: A powerful code editor that supports various programming languages and rich plugin features, with a clean interface and easy operation, suitable for developers to write and debug code.
- Sublime Text: A lightweight and efficient text editor that supports various programming languages and rich plugin features, with fast running speed, suitable for lightweight code editing and text processing.
Office Software#
- WPS Lite Version: A lightweight office software that integrates various functions such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations, suitable for daily office use, with a clean interface and easy operation, meeting users' basic office needs.
Proxy Tools#
- Clash Verge: A powerful proxy tool that supports various proxy protocols and rich configuration features, helping users achieve network proxy, improving network access speed and security.
Virtual Machine Software#
- VMware: A professional virtual machine software that supports various operating systems and powerful virtualization features, suitable for enterprise users and professional developers to build and test virtual environments.
- VirtualBox: An open-source virtual machine software with good compatibility and usability, suitable for personal users, with a clean interface and easy operation, meeting users' basic virtualization needs.
Default Applications#
- Text Editor: eMEditor, a lightweight and efficient text editor that supports various text formats and rich editing features, with a clean interface and easy operation, suitable for text editing and processing.
- Image Viewer: IrfanView, a compact and fast image viewer that supports various image formats and simple image editing features, with fast running speed and low resource usage, suitable for users to view and perform simple processing on images.
- Video Player: PotPlayer, a powerful video player that supports various video formats and rich playback settings, allowing users to customize settings according to their needs, enhancing the viewing experience. You can refer to the video settings tutorial by Bilibili UP master Pen Bar Review Room to further optimize playback effects.
Other Tools#
- NetEase Youdao Translation: A practical translation tool that supports translation functions for multiple languages, with high accuracy, a clean interface, and easy operation, convenient for users in learning and work.
- Tencent Meeting: A professional online meeting tool that supports multi-person video conferencing and screen sharing, with a clean interface and easy operation, suitable for remote work and online teaching, meeting various meeting needs of users.
- ToDesk: A remote desktop control software that allows easy connection and control of other devices, suitable for remote technical support and device management, with a clean interface, easy operation, and stable connection.
Beautification Tools#
- StartAllBack: A start menu and taskbar beautification tool that can restore the Windows 11 start menu and taskbar to the Windows 10 style, enhancing user experience and making it easier for users to use the system.
- Shiguang Desktop: A wallpaper beautification tool downloaded from the Microsoft Store, providing rich wallpaper resources and personalized wallpaper setting features.
- Font, Mouse, Theme Beautification: Based on personal preferences, users can beautify fonts, mouse pointers, desktop themes, etc., to create a personalized work environment, making computer use more enjoyable.
6. Recommended Green Version Tools#
In addition to the applications mentioned above, there are also some green version tools worth recommending:
- MobaXterm: A powerful terminal tool that supports multi-window operations and rich network features, suitable for network engineers and developers, with a clean interface and easy operation.
- 010 Editor: A professional text and binary editor suitable for programmers and data analysts, with powerful features, supporting various file formats and rich editing functions.
- Bandicam: A simple and easy-to-use screen recording tool that supports various recording modes and high-quality video output, suitable for users to perform screen recording and video production.
- FileLocator: An efficient file search tool that can quickly locate and find files, supporting various search methods and condition filtering, allowing users to quickly find the files they need.
- PDF Processing Tools: Such as Adobe Acrobat Reader, used for viewing, editing, and processing PDF files, with rich features, supporting various PDF operations, meeting users' various PDF processing needs.
- GeekDesk: A quick launch tool that allows users to add frequently used applications and files for quick access, improving work efficiency.
- Map Toolbox: A software that integrates various practical tools, including system cleaning, file management, etc., with a clean interface and easy operation, suitable for users to manage and maintain the system.
- PDFGear: A lightweight PDF processing tool that supports viewing, editing, and converting PDF files, with simple and convenient operation, suitable for users to perform simple PDF processing.
Summary#
Through this system reinstallation of the Fire Shadow Notebook T6A, I not only successfully installed the Windows 11 system but also installed a series of practical applications and tools based on my needs, creating an efficient and personalized work and learning environment. I hope my experience with system reinstallation can provide some reference and help for everyone. If you encounter any problems during the system reinstallation process or have any good suggestions and experiences, feel free to leave a comment to share.