Move only the windows from the old HDD to the new SSD inside.
Move only the windows from the old HDD to the new SSD inside.
You're looking for a fresh start with Windows on your new SSD without using a USB drive. Cloning your old drive is an option, but you're right to consider removing unnecessary files first. A clean installation means wiping the SSD and installing Windows from scratch, which gives you full control over what gets installed. You can use tools like Rufus or Windows Installer to create a bootable USB, then format the SSD and install Windows. This way, you avoid clutter from old data while ensuring a clean setup.