Move the move boot SSD to a brand new PC
Move the move boot SSD to a brand new PC
Hello, I’m uncertain if this is the appropriate section for posting.
I recently bought a new PC in parts (excluding the PSU and storage, which I’ll reuse), and I plan to assemble it myself. I intend to use my existing SSD (running Windows) and HDD, moving them into the new machine so everything starts fresh.
I have a USB stick ready to copy my Windows installation media from the retail version and connect it to the new PC using the current SSD.
I’m unsure about the best method to completely wipe the drive and ensure a clean Windows installation on the new system. What should I do?
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