Question Windows 11 issues with moving files between storage devices
Question Windows 11 issues with moving files between storage devices
I constructed a fresh Windows 11 system with these details:
BluRay drive
2 TB SSD
External hard disk
32 GB RAM
Regarding your query about data movement during copying BluRay disks, I aim to understand whether the process uses the optical drive, RAM, or directly the SSD. I want to avoid the SSD as an intermediary since I’m worried about increased write activity which could shorten its lifespan. This operation involves multiple BluRay discs, so I’m particularly concerned about potential wear on the SSD.
The SSD isn't involved. The movement happens solely between the two drives or media where the transfer is happening. The RAM serves as a temporary storage, making it the middleman. You won't end up damaging the SSD by doing this.
1. No, it does not write to your C drive in any meaningful way.
2. In normal consumer use, "SSD wear" has not really been an issue for years. Yes, there is a "limit" on write cycles. But that "limit" is so large as to be irrelevant.