Two hard drives, each running one operating system.
Two hard drives, each running one operating system.
Do you understand how it works? You usually just insert a key or purchase it, and Microsoft doesn’t care about the method—what matters is that you bought it. You can also install it on top of your existing setup while keeping your current files, but always make a backup first.
Wdym? It didn’t work before. I moved the Steam Birds Alliance from D to C, but it still didn’t save everything. Steam Games, Epic Games, and Garena games should be preserved in that backup too. Downloading files again is really annoying for me. I tried a new Steam folder now. Here’s what I’m planning: 1) remove hdd1 2) install hdd2 3) install OS on hdd2 4) install drivers 5) reinstall hdd1 6) move files to hdd2 7) format hdd1 What do you think?
Simpler approach:
1. Connect empty drive only
2. Install Windows 3
3. Boot from it
4. Plug in second drive
5. Use that second drive as needed (keep everything intact, delete old files)
Best to act quickly and follow these steps without much discussion.
Ok pls check this one if it's ok already Install the new hdd (2) Turn on my pc Both new (2) and old hdd (1) are installed Boot from old hdd (1) Backup my steam apps/games Format new hdd (2) Shutdown Remove old hdd (1) Turn on Install OS and DRIVERS Restart Shutdown Install old hdd (1) Turn on again Boot from new hdd (1) Move files/steam backup from old hdd to new hdd Format old hdd by doing the ff: -right click the drives of the old hdd and press format Restart my pc Install steam Install backup games Activate windows Install some of my apps again Done what do you guys think? arigatou
You're asking about driver compatibility and booting from different HDDs. It's important to understand how your system handles these settings. If you format HDD1, it shouldn't impact the drivers on HDD2, as long as you keep the same drive letter configuration. Booting from HDD2 is fine as long as the boot order is correct. To identify your drives, check the "My PC" section for letters like C, D, F, G—those are the drive letters assigned to each HDD. This will help you know where to boot from without confusion.
Set up the new SSD (2). Power on your PC. Both the new (2) and old (1) drives are ready. Restart from the old drive (1). Backup your Steam games and apps—assume they’re stored elsewhere? Move them to the new drive if needed. Start fresh with the new SSD (2). Power down the old drive (1), restart, then install the OS and drivers. Begin again with the new drive. Transfer your Steam backup from the old drive to the new one. Why do this? Keep files organized without disrupting them. Keep moving only what you need. Avoid formatting unless certain it’s safe.