s about moving data from HDD to SSD
s about moving data from HDD to SSD
I'll be transferring Windows from your HDD to SSD using the software that came with your SSD. I've heard sometimes moving files between drives can lead to issues later. If you copy everything and then reinstall Windows, will it protect you from potential problems caused by disk cloning? Also, if you download Windows via USB on your new SSD, will it automatically recognize your product key from your old laptop? Or would entering it manually cause trouble given the mix of drives? Lastly, will the required drivers for your laptop be downloaded automatically, or do I need to use Lenovo Vantage to get them? This is my first time doing this, so I'm a bit nervous.
Cloning shouldn't cause problems, but it becomes unnecessary if you plan to use the "Reset this PC" option. It's better to install Windows from the ground up. The system should recognize your keyboard via the laptop's motherboard. If you're logging in with an MS account, it will also pull the key information there. It's wise to save drivers from the manufacturer's website regularly.
Your SSD is from Samsun. You successfully transferred your OS using their software, and the clone performed flawlessly.
This device is the Crucial MX500. It relies on Acronis cloning tools.