Installation and Reinstallation Processes (Links to Threads)

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Installation and Reinstallation Processes
If you are having issues with the installation or reinstallation of the game see the threads below. These threads were originally stickied but due to the large amount of stickied threads taking up nearly a page they have now been unstickied but you can find the links to all of those under the four new thread headings.
Start From the Beginning - Uninstall and Reinstall
The first step for major issues, a fresh install can be the solution to an issue.
How To: Re-Install Sims Store Items
Having trouble with Store Items or want to reinstall them, follow this tutorial.
Complete Re-install on a Mac
How to do a complete reinstall of the Sims 3 for Mac Users.
Factory Reset: Fix Your Game with 1/4 the Time of a Reinstall
The effect of a reinstall for 1/4 of the time. A quick but effective way to refresh and recreate the game files for the game.
How to Manually Uninstall All Sims 3 Games/Order to Re-install
Links to the EA Help Website on uninstalling manually and reinstalling the games in order.
Installing and Playing the Sims 3 if Your CD Doesn't Work
If your CD is not working and you are unable to play/install the game, try the method in this thread.
Downloads Dashboard
If you experience issues with the Purcahse History page on the official website see this topic, another method to download store content.
If you know of another thread that has very useful information to improve performance please contact a Moderator to ask them to add the thread to this list.

If you are experiencing other issues see the following threads for more helpful links: Computers and Components, Performance Issues, Game Files: Recovery, Fixing and Back-Ups and Miscellaneous Technical Help. If you still do not find the answers for your technical issues you are looking for post your issue on the technical help board following these guidelines.