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Restore old SSD after installing a fresh Windows version

Restore old SSD after installing a fresh Windows version

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FaithoOcOrea
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07-26-2021, 11:41 PM
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I purchased two new SSDs and performed a fresh installation of Windows 11. I kept my previous hard drive because it helped me recover data by restoring the old setup. This time I installed it to retrieve information from an app, but it triggered a "your PC/device needs to be repaired" error. Since your old system was Windows 10, this might indicate a compatibility issue. Consider checking the installation steps or consulting a technician for further assistance. No other components have changed.
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FaithoOcOrea
07-26-2021, 11:41 PM #1

I purchased two new SSDs and performed a fresh installation of Windows 11. I kept my previous hard drive because it helped me recover data by restoring the old setup. This time I installed it to retrieve information from an app, but it triggered a "your PC/device needs to be repaired" error. Since your old system was Windows 10, this might indicate a compatibility issue. Consider checking the installation steps or consulting a technician for further assistance. No other components have changed.

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ricby
Senior Member
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07-28-2021, 12:53 AM
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I'm connected either internally or via a USB plug-in.
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ricby
07-28-2021, 12:53 AM #2

I'm connected either internally or via a USB plug-in.

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_Maddy__
Member
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08-13-2021, 06:59 AM
#3
Do you want to start from the old disk? That's not a good plan. Either attach it as a backup drive or connect it via a USB converter. If the disk was encrypted, you won't be able to recover it.
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_Maddy__
08-13-2021, 06:59 AM #3

Do you want to start from the old disk? That's not a good plan. Either attach it as a backup drive or connect it via a USB converter. If the disk was encrypted, you won't be able to recover it.

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trayson65
Member
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08-13-2021, 08:06 AM
#4
Internally, m.2
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trayson65
08-13-2021, 08:06 AM #4

Internally, m.2

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Ruubiee17
Senior Member
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08-16-2021, 05:24 AM
#5
I'm attempting to start it since I want to reach the real application running in Windows, not just a collection of files.
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Ruubiee17
08-16-2021, 05:24 AM #5

I'm attempting to start it since I want to reach the real application running in Windows, not just a collection of files.

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atasell
Member
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08-16-2021, 07:03 AM
#6
Do not power on the system, disconnect the new storage device. Verify the disk and confirm whether it has GPT or MBR formatting. Possible issues preventing boot from the previous drive may exist.
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atasell
08-16-2021, 07:03 AM #6

Do not power on the system, disconnect the new storage device. Verify the disk and confirm whether it has GPT or MBR formatting. Possible issues preventing boot from the previous drive may exist.

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TheDickcrafter
Junior Member
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08-16-2021, 08:14 AM
#7
Connect both storage units, start the system on the new SSD. The previous M.2 SSD remains available as a backup. Files stored there are reachable. Applications can also be launched since the older Windows version stays active on that drive.
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TheDickcrafter
08-16-2021, 08:14 AM #7

Connect both storage units, start the system on the new SSD. The previous M.2 SSD remains available as a backup. Files stored there are reachable. Applications can also be launched since the older Windows version stays active on that drive.

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Darkman067
Junior Member
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08-21-2021, 12:29 AM
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Because you mentioned this came from that system, it should start unless you adjusted Secure Boot or Drive Format settings. If nothing functions, it might be a bad drive. Have you tried mounting it as a secondary drive to check for data? You could also clone the drive to another and boot from that. Sometimes Windows has its own quirks.
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Darkman067
08-21-2021, 12:29 AM #8

Because you mentioned this came from that system, it should start unless you adjusted Secure Boot or Drive Format settings. If nothing functions, it might be a bad drive. Have you tried mounting it as a secondary drive to check for data? You could also clone the drive to another and boot from that. Sometimes Windows has its own quirks.