Setting up Windows 8 on a brand-new SSD Installing Windows 8 on a fresh SSD

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JoEy_MiNz
Junior Member

07-25-2016, 07:16 AM

I recently purchased a new SSD because my previous one was full. I also have an additional 1TB for my files and games. My concern is how to install Windows 8 onto the new SSD. I've moved the necessary files there, but whenever I switch the boot order to the new drive, the setup fails and I end up with Windows 8 on my old SSD. Do I need to disconnect the old SSD first? If so, will removing it affect my data on the HDD?

JoEy_MiNz

07-25-2016, 07:16 AM #1

Sven_Weetj
Member

220

07-26-2016, 02:31 PM

Did you configure the system's default boot source in the BIOS settings? Also, consider installing it using a USB flash drive as an alternative.

Sven_Weetj

07-26-2016, 02:31 PM #2

Did you configure the system's default boot source in the BIOS settings? Also, consider installing it using a USB flash drive as an alternative.

juaminolo
Junior Member

07-26-2016, 10:22 PM

Did you duplicate your previous SSD or install the latest version? Also, verify you enter the BIOS settings and adjust the boot sequence to the new SSD, then disable the old disc or USB drive holding your Windows installation.

juaminolo

07-26-2016, 10:22 PM #3

nickel440
Member

141

08-14-2016, 01:18 AM

Changed the system's default boot settings to the new SSD, yet it continues to start the older one.

nickel440

08-14-2016, 01:18 AM #4

Changed the system's default boot settings to the new SSD, yet it continues to start the older one.

Senshi_
Member

197

08-14-2016, 02:44 AM

Consider disconnecting both the old SSD and HDD before proceeding.

Senshi_

08-14-2016, 02:44 AM #5

Consider disconnecting both the old SSD and HDD before proceeding.

Sr_BanneD
Member

115

08-14-2016, 03:34 AM

You can use the Windows copy on the USB drive, but make sure it's the latest version for a smooth setup.

Sr_BanneD

08-14-2016, 03:34 AM #6

You can use the Windows copy on the USB drive, but make sure it's the latest version for a smooth setup.

FruitOpter
Member

08-14-2016, 09:25 AM

Do you have the original installation documentation? If you purchased it online, you can transfer it to a USB drive or disc for setup. Using an older SSD won't work because the system will boot from it automatically.

FruitOpter

08-14-2016, 09:25 AM #7

xBRORx
Junior Member

08-17-2016, 10:06 AM

You can move all files from your old SSD to the new one. It’s feasible to clone data except for the operating system and related files, though you may need to reinstall those later.

xBRORx

08-17-2016, 10:06 AM #8

You can move all files from your old SSD to the new one. It’s feasible to clone data except for the operating system and related files, though you may need to reinstall those later.

YGProCraft
Junior Member

08-17-2016, 11:53 AM

No software or drivers need automatic reinstallation; they must be added manually via the Windows registry, which isn't possible through cloning or relocating files.

YGProCraft

08-17-2016, 11:53 AM #9

No software or drivers need automatic reinstallation; they must be added manually via the Windows registry, which isn't possible through cloning or relocating files.