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Take over my Z: drive (faster M.2) for Windows.

Take over my Z: drive (faster M.2) for Windows.

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ExagonHD
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05-29-2021, 03:35 PM
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Hi everyone, I've been facing some problems with World of Warcraft lately. My Windows sometimes freezes for 4 to 20 seconds, especially when the C: drive reaches full capacity in Task Manager. I'm thinking about reinstalling Windows on a smaller partition on my faster Z: drive, but I'm not sure how much to reduce the size or if it's even necessary.
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ExagonHD
05-29-2021, 03:35 PM #1

Hi everyone, I've been facing some problems with World of Warcraft lately. My Windows sometimes freezes for 4 to 20 seconds, especially when the C: drive reaches full capacity in Task Manager. I'm thinking about reinstalling Windows on a smaller partition on my faster Z: drive, but I'm not sure how much to reduce the size or if it's even necessary.

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Sheikrik
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05-29-2021, 10:46 PM
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Checking your Z drive for any files right now. If it's clean, I'll proceed with the Z drive reference without naming a partition.
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Sheikrik
05-29-2021, 10:46 PM #2

Checking your Z drive for any files right now. If it's clean, I'll proceed with the Z drive reference without naming a partition.

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csige791
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05-30-2021, 12:38 AM
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Yes, all my games from Steam and Battle.net are saved on the Z: drive and are currently being used.
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csige791
05-30-2021, 12:38 AM #3

Yes, all my games from Steam and Battle.net are saved on the Z: drive and are currently being used.

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HBROS1245
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05-30-2021, 12:43 AM
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The D: drive matches the C: drive in type and manufacturer, which suggests similar problems might occur if you switch between them.
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HBROS1245
05-30-2021, 12:43 AM #4

The D: drive matches the C: drive in type and manufacturer, which suggests similar problems might occur if you switch between them.

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shark1045
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05-30-2021, 01:11 AM
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Create copies of the data on the C drive. Clear the contents and reinstall the Z drive in place of the C drive, then restore those backups. If the games were downloaded online, they should be simple to reinstall.
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shark1045
05-30-2021, 01:11 AM #5

Create copies of the data on the C drive. Clear the contents and reinstall the Z drive in place of the C drive, then restore those backups. If the games were downloaded online, they should be simple to reinstall.

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DehOnlyOwl
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05-30-2021, 08:30 PM
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I really don’t have much essential stuff on the PC beyond a few add-ons for games. Would it be simpler to completely erase the Z drive, then reinstall Windows, and wipe the C drive instead? Or is there a proper sequence to follow so I don’t end up with two operating systems running at once?
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DehOnlyOwl
05-30-2021, 08:30 PM #6

I really don’t have much essential stuff on the PC beyond a few add-ons for games. Would it be simpler to completely erase the Z drive, then reinstall Windows, and wipe the C drive instead? Or is there a proper sequence to follow so I don’t end up with two operating systems running at once?

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06-02-2021, 08:23 AM
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Two operating systems are acceptable on the same machine. It's possible to clear the Z drive during the Windows installation process.
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Cliqnt_
06-02-2021, 08:23 AM #7

Two operating systems are acceptable on the same machine. It's possible to clear the Z drive during the Windows installation process.

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crosser146
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06-02-2021, 11:26 AM
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Then simply connect your D: drive to save any files you wish to retain
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crosser146
06-02-2021, 11:26 AM #8

Then simply connect your D: drive to save any files you wish to retain

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Discordia_Boss
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06-02-2021, 12:46 PM
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You remain able to utilize your Z drive even when the operating system is active.
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Discordia_Boss
06-02-2021, 12:46 PM #9

You remain able to utilize your Z drive even when the operating system is active.

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Kqsmotic
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06-02-2021, 01:57 PM
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Creating a minor window partition isn't essential, is it?
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Kqsmotic
06-02-2021, 01:57 PM #10

Creating a minor window partition isn't essential, is it?

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