Play 7 on a 60GB SSD device
Play 7 on a 60GB SSD device
I’m working on restoring an old PC with a 60GB SSD. I thought Windows 7 would work, but during setup it kept filling up with temporary files. Can you suggest a method to direct updates and temp data to another drive so only the OS stays on the SSD? Thanks!
Ensure the OS and updates are stored on the boot drive. It's possible to run smoothly on a 60GB SSD if you're cautious, but consider using it as a cache or opt for a bigger SSD.
You're looking to repurpose leftover bits into a setup for running an MP server for games or selling it. Using an SSD as a cache makes sense—it speeds up data access and improves performance. It's about storing frequently used files or data temporarily so the system runs smoother. Let me know if you need more details! :-)
You can shift temporary directories to different storage locations, including the page file and other areas. Use the Sysinternals Junction utility: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinte...s/junction For instance, redirect "c: \ users \ [username] \ AppData \ Local \ temp" to "D: \ Folders \ Temp". Then enter this path in a command prompt window in the same directory where you run junction.exe. This will display a folder named Temp in "C:\users[username]\AppData\Local", but any write or read operations from that Temp folder will actually happen in "D:\Folders\Temp". You must relocate the real folder to the new path before creating the junction, as the temporary version cannot function properly. Remember to avoid having a folder with the same name as the original in the same place.
You can also transfer My Documents, My Games, and note that games generate folders in "c:users[username]\Local" and "Roaming", which can be moved. The Profiles folder for Firefox or Chrome is another safe option—move it to a different location and create a junction there; Windows will handle it without issues.
Another suitable spot is C:\Windows\Installer, where all uninstallers are stored. Relocate the folder there, set up a junction, and uninstalling programs will automatically launch from the new location.