Windows on SSD and Linux on HDD partition setup Optimizing storage solutions for modern systems
Windows on SSD and Linux on HDD partition setup Optimizing storage solutions for modern systems
Your bootloader directs to GRUB when using Ubuntu, which is the menu you're referring to. You're looking for a setup where the SSD runs Windows normally, while the HDD hosts both the bootloader and GRUB. To avoid mistakes, I recommend disconnecting the SSD before installation.
The installation would likely fail because the bootloader can't access the SSD when it's unplugged. You won’t be able to boot into Windows or Ubuntu automatically in that scenario.
After completing the setup, booting from HDD will likely show a grub menu prompting you to choose between Windows or Ubuntu, even though both are on separate drives. Thank you for your patience.
Check your installation settings to confirm it matches UEFI. Make sure the bootloader and OS are configured accordingly.
You can configure the bootloader (likely GRUB) to automatically start the previously installed operating system. Adjust the bootloader to display the screen briefly—around two seconds—and it will be easy to overlook. To switch back to another OS, simply press the up or down keys when the menu appears, and it will remain active until you choose a different option.