F5F Stay Refreshed Software Operating Systems Use a tool to remove files from the drive, excluding those installed by Windows.

Use a tool to remove files from the drive, excluding those installed by Windows.

Use a tool to remove files from the drive, excluding those installed by Windows.

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Heyello
Member
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07-20-2023, 05:24 AM
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I’m looking into how to move your files outside of the Windows installation drive before upgrading your PC.
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Heyello
07-20-2023, 05:24 AM #1

I’m looking into how to move your files outside of the Windows installation drive before upgrading your PC.

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AlexZBeast
Member
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07-21-2023, 12:36 PM
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Transfer the drive to the new PC, then create a clone on a separate drive. After completion, all current data and your operating system are moved. Disconnect the old drive and set the new one as the startup drive. You're all set.
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AlexZBeast
07-21-2023, 12:36 PM #2

Transfer the drive to the new PC, then create a clone on a separate drive. After completion, all current data and your operating system are moved. Disconnect the old drive and set the new one as the startup drive. You're all set.

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Bucky123
Junior Member
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07-21-2023, 01:15 PM
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I don't need this outdated Windows setup; I'd like to remove it.
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Bucky123
07-21-2023, 01:15 PM #3

I don't need this outdated Windows setup; I'd like to remove it.

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_Logic_301_
Junior Member
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07-21-2023, 03:46 PM
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What kind of storage device are you using? A traditional hard disk or a solid-state drive? If it’s the latter, connect a SATA to USB cable and simply transfer the files and folders you need. You can also purchase a compact box with power and USB ports for an HD setup. This approach ensures complete clarity about file locations and keeps the old drive safely stored away.
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_Logic_301_
07-21-2023, 03:46 PM #4

What kind of storage device are you using? A traditional hard disk or a solid-state drive? If it’s the latter, connect a SATA to USB cable and simply transfer the files and folders you need. You can also purchase a compact box with power and USB ports for an HD setup. This approach ensures complete clarity about file locations and keeps the old drive safely stored away.

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KadoAssassin26
Junior Member
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07-21-2023, 04:38 PM
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If you lack a spare SATA cable in your recent installation, consider using an adapter such as this one. https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/ADPUNI1...r-Super-Sp It seems you're unfamiliar with computer basics. Set up the operating system on a brand new drive Update the installation Close the PC, then connect the necessary cables for the previous drive Restart and choose the right drive if needed. After that, launch File Explorer and relocate all important files. You might also wish to move data from %appdata%.
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KadoAssassin26
07-21-2023, 04:38 PM #5

If you lack a spare SATA cable in your recent installation, consider using an adapter such as this one. https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/ADPUNI1...r-Super-Sp It seems you're unfamiliar with computer basics. Set up the operating system on a brand new drive Update the installation Close the PC, then connect the necessary cables for the previous drive Restart and choose the right drive if needed. After that, launch File Explorer and relocate all important files. You might also wish to move data from %appdata%.