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Checking for a new SSD? Compare cloning and a full clean installation.

Checking for a new SSD? Compare cloning and a full clean installation.

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HappyMiner_gr
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04-14-2016, 02:09 AM
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Hey there, I can't locate that conversation here. What are your thoughts on recommendations for upgrading from an HDD to an SSD on a Windows-only setup? Should you clone the old drive or perform a clean install? I’d lean toward a clean install since it ensures no leftover software or malware.
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HappyMiner_gr
04-14-2016, 02:09 AM #1

Hey there, I can't locate that conversation here. What are your thoughts on recommendations for upgrading from an HDD to an SSD on a Windows-only setup? Should you clone the old drive or perform a clean install? I’d lean toward a clean install since it ensures no leftover software or malware.

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wehhtam
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04-14-2016, 07:29 AM
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The system doesn't allow running an SSD with a traditional HDD because of compatibility and performance issues.
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wehhtam
04-14-2016, 07:29 AM #2

The system doesn't allow running an SSD with a traditional HDD because of compatibility and performance issues.

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Arkaineex_v2
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04-14-2016, 11:34 PM
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You're able... likely should. I'm guessing the Windows executables are stored on the SSD.
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Arkaineex_v2
04-14-2016, 11:34 PM #3

You're able... likely should. I'm guessing the Windows executables are stored on the SSD.

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Nejc007
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04-29-2016, 11:43 PM
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You should consider installing the operating system on the SSD while retaining your data on the hard drive. This is likely the standard approach.
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Nejc007
04-29-2016, 11:43 PM #4

You should consider installing the operating system on the SSD while retaining your data on the hard drive. This is likely the standard approach.

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sarg182298
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05-01-2016, 12:33 PM
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Fresh setup. Don’t waste space on old, unnecessary files.
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sarg182298
05-01-2016, 12:33 PM #5

Fresh setup. Don’t waste space on old, unnecessary files.

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davachio
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05-01-2016, 02:42 PM
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A fresh installation is certainly the optimal choice. View it as a chance to organize everything!
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davachio
05-01-2016, 02:42 PM #6

A fresh installation is certainly the optimal choice. View it as a chance to organize everything!

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idovdcr
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05-09-2016, 09:15 AM
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A fresh setup is advised here. Cloning the hard drive might prevent the SSD from using TRIM features. For details about TRIM and its purpose, watch this video.
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idovdcr
05-09-2016, 09:15 AM #7

A fresh setup is advised here. Cloning the hard drive might prevent the SSD from using TRIM features. For details about TRIM and its purpose, watch this video.

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Mind_YT
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05-10-2016, 03:32 AM
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Perform a fresh setup; cloning could disrupt alignment and TRIM.
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Mind_YT
05-10-2016, 03:32 AM #8

Perform a fresh setup; cloning could disrupt alignment and TRIM.

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