Transferring Windows 10 to a different storage device

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ownist
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177

08-05-2016, 08:10 PM

Hello Forum, I plan to purchase a Samsung 960 EVO 250 GB M.2 SSD soon. I need to transfer my Windows files to the new SSD. Could someone guide me through the process? Thanks!

ownist

08-05-2016, 08:10 PM #1

Hello Forum, I plan to purchase a Samsung 960 EVO 250 GB M.2 SSD soon. I need to transfer my Windows files to the new SSD. Could someone guide me through the process? Thanks!

tydall
Member

137

08-06-2016, 12:35 AM

Use drive cloning tools to create an exact duplicate of your current drive. It’s best to install Windows on the new drive first, then transfer any files you wish to retain from the original.

tydall

08-06-2016, 12:35 AM #2

Use drive cloning tools to create an exact duplicate of your current drive. It’s best to install Windows on the new drive first, then transfer any files you wish to retain from the original.

mugman54
Junior Member

08-06-2016, 07:53 AM

No, you can't use your Windows disk twice. Each disk should be used once to ensure proper functionality.

mugman54

08-06-2016, 07:53 AM #3

No, you can't use your Windows disk twice. Each disk should be used once to ensure proper functionality.

TheMightyElf
Member

214

08-09-2016, 05:42 AM

This allows repeated usage as desired.

TheMightyElf

08-09-2016, 05:42 AM #4

This allows repeated usage as desired.

gefahr_m
Member

126

08-14-2016, 12:51 PM

Sure, here it is!

gefahr_m

08-14-2016, 12:51 PM #5

Sure, here it is!

subersebastian
Member

08-14-2016, 01:11 PM

Yes. With Windows 10 you're not required to provide a code; simply click next when installing. Your license is connected to your device and Microsoft will identify it automatically.

subersebastian

08-14-2016, 01:11 PM #6

Yes. With Windows 10 you're not required to provide a code; simply click next when installing. Your license is connected to your device and Microsoft will identify it automatically.

Atoll396
Member

149

08-15-2016, 05:56 PM

Thank you for your kind words. Have a great day!

Atoll396

08-15-2016, 05:56 PM #7

Thank you for your kind words. Have a great day!