How to install Windows from HDD to SSD on a Dell Inspiron Laptop

Smart_man_0709
Member

161

02-17-2018, 01:50 AM

My laptop uses an HDD. Can I put an SSD in it too?
Is it possible to install Windows from the HDD to the SSD?

Smart_man_0709

02-17-2018, 01:50 AM #1

My laptop uses an HDD. Can I put an SSD in it too?
Is it possible to install Windows from the HDD to the SSD?

MWRH2002
Junior Member

03-10-2018, 04:32 PM

Find more information about this laptop here: [link]

MWRH2002

03-10-2018, 04:32 PM #2

Find more information about this laptop here: [link]

DriveIn
Senior Member

739

03-10-2018, 08:10 PM

Investigate your friend's setup. If it's a recent or altered version, it might not function properly later. Perform a clean OS installation for a fresh build. Same device, open the provided link.

DriveIn

03-10-2018, 08:10 PM #3

Investigate your friend's setup. If it's a recent or altered version, it might not function properly later. Perform a clean OS installation for a fresh build. Same device, open the provided link.

Fr3dFlintst0n3
Junior Member

03-28-2018, 08:06 PM

This device features a SeaGate 1TB HDD SATA (st1000lm035-1rk172) drive.

Fr3dFlintst0n3

03-28-2018, 08:06 PM #4

This device features a SeaGate 1TB HDD SATA (st1000lm035-1rk172) drive.

malt4192
Junior Member

03-29-2018, 12:51 AM

This model's specifications include the option to add an SSD together with the existing HDD.

malt4192

03-29-2018, 12:51 AM #5

This model's specifications include the option to add an SSD together with the existing HDD.

Nice2105
Junior Member

03-29-2018, 01:42 AM

One 2.5-inch hard disk
One M.2 2230/2280 solid-state storage unit/Intel Optane H10
Two units available: one 2.5" HDD and another M.2 2230/2280 SSD/Intel Optane H10
Thus, you possess a single 2.5" HDD along with an additional slot for an M.2 drive, compatible with the Samsung 970 EVO.
For cloning onto an NVMe device (970 EVO or equivalent)

Nice2105

03-29-2018, 01:42 AM #6

CompHarrison
Member

03-30-2018, 07:09 PM

I made a copy of the HDD onto the SSD. It still tries to start from the HDD. I changed the BIOS settings but kept the HDD checked. It's so slow that it must be loading from the HDD. I haven't taken it out because I want to keep the HDD inside the laptop. When I reach the Desktop, how can I identify which drive is being used for booting?

CompHarrison

03-30-2018, 07:09 PM #7

DrBrokenBones
Senior Member

378

03-30-2018, 07:18 PM

Before the first boot after the clone procedure, removing the previous drive is mandatory.
Modifying only the BIOS settings isn't sufficient.
That's why the sequence of instructions emphasizes "Disconnect ALL drives except for the new SSD. This is not optional."
Power down the system.
Physically detach the old HDD.
Verify if it starts up correctly.
If it doesn't, repeat the clone process, adhering precisely to the steps outlined.

DrBrokenBones

03-30-2018, 07:18 PM #8