reinstalling windows on an ssd

[Fragg]

I am in need a fresh instal of windows. Luckily I have windows stored on my SSD and the main bulk of my programs and files installed on a separate harddrives.

If i was to reinstall windows how can i have the programs installed on the harddrives still function?
Do i just make a back up of the current registry and copy it back when I have reinstaled windows?

or is there another easier method I am blind too?

Thanks

 

[joeyjojo]

I don't think it's possible. Duplicating the registry is very unlikely to work as there will be all sorts of differences in the file system.

Probably worth moving to Windows section.

 

[wazza300]

some games/programs will work and some will need a re install

you'll have to go into the program files and create a new shortcut for each programs exe