Shift Windows to the new storage device?

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hubh1206
Junior Member

05-29-2016, 10:27 AM

Hello, I recently upgraded my system with a faster SSD and am planning to transfer my Windows installation from the old HDD to the new drive. I’m curious about the best method and whether everything will function properly afterward. I considered using the standard installer, but I’m worried about potential issues. I’ve read mixed reviews on other forums, so I want reliable advice. Thank you for your help!

hubh1206

05-29-2016, 10:27 AM #1

RedThaek
Junior Member

05-30-2016, 08:47 AM

You can duplicate the drive using Macrium Reflect or reinstall Windows onto the SSD, separately, and then transfer all data from the HDD to a backup site before performing a clean (diskpart > clean override) or formatting the HDD and relocating the files back.

RedThaek

05-30-2016, 08:47 AM #2

Morphire
Member

244

06-01-2016, 05:47 AM

You can create a copy of Windows on a different drive, though it might have problems. It’s better to install a fresh copy directly onto the SSD.

Morphire

06-01-2016, 05:47 AM #3

You can create a copy of Windows on a different drive, though it might have problems. It’s better to install a fresh copy directly onto the SSD.

Magic_Wolf_
Senior Member

530

06-02-2016, 10:23 PM

Norton GHOST shares the pros and cons. The plus is everything runs smoothly, but the downside is all the old features are removed—though on an SSD it won’t be noticeable.

Magic_Wolf_

06-02-2016, 10:23 PM #4

Norton GHOST shares the pros and cons. The plus is everything runs smoothly, but the downside is all the old features are removed—though on an SSD it won’t be noticeable.