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Create a clone of your SSD using the operating system on a new device.

Create a clone of your SSD using the operating system on a new device.

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Shadow_girly
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10-25-2016, 08:38 PM
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You have a 512GB SSD with 150GB used, and you want to move the OS to a 256GB SSD. Someone can help with the transfer process.
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Shadow_girly
10-25-2016, 08:38 PM #1

You have a 512GB SSD with 150GB used, and you want to move the OS to a 256GB SSD. Someone can help with the transfer process.

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ha0ch3ng
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11-01-2016, 05:03 AM
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I use Acronis True Image, but someone here might suggest other options. You’ll need to connect both SSDs to the machine—make sure you have a SATA data cable if it’s a 2.5-inch drive. For M.2 models, just insert them into the corresponding slot.
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ha0ch3ng
11-01-2016, 05:03 AM #2

I use Acronis True Image, but someone here might suggest other options. You’ll need to connect both SSDs to the machine—make sure you have a SATA data cable if it’s a 2.5-inch drive. For M.2 models, just insert them into the corresponding slot.

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TheDeath_Pro
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11-15-2016, 07:52 PM
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No issues expected during installation or operation. Copying the OS shouldn’t disrupt background processes.
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TheDeath_Pro
11-15-2016, 07:52 PM #3

No issues expected during installation or operation. Copying the OS shouldn’t disrupt background processes.

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Ballonicorn
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11-16-2016, 04:45 PM
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It can slow your PC because both SSDs are handling reads and writes at once. However, it’s not a major issue—my old machine has a cloned boot SSD, and it’s still functioning properly (thanks to being in IDE mode instead of using the faster AHCI).
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Ballonicorn
11-16-2016, 04:45 PM #4

It can slow your PC because both SSDs are handling reads and writes at once. However, it’s not a major issue—my old machine has a cloned boot SSD, and it’s still functioning properly (thanks to being in IDE mode instead of using the faster AHCI).

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LordHamlin
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11-17-2016, 03:33 AM
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You can duplicate it to a less powerful storage as long as the overall size stays under the smaller drive’s limit. For example, with 150GB available, it works well. Macrium Reflect is a solid choice.
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LordHamlin
11-17-2016, 03:33 AM #5

You can duplicate it to a less powerful storage as long as the overall size stays under the smaller drive’s limit. For example, with 150GB available, it works well. Macrium Reflect is a solid choice.

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