F5F Stay Refreshed Software Operating Systems You can simply format your SSD to install your operating system.

You can simply format your SSD to install your operating system.

You can simply format your SSD to install your operating system.

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R3kty
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05-02-2023, 07:45 PM
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You'll need a disk partitioning tool or a bootable utility to move your files from the SSD to the 1TB drive. Programs like DiskPart, GParted, or Windows Disk Management can help. Back up your data first, then format the 1TB drive and assign it as a separate partition for your other files.
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R3kty
05-02-2023, 07:45 PM #1

You'll need a disk partitioning tool or a bootable utility to move your files from the SSD to the 1TB drive. Programs like DiskPart, GParted, or Windows Disk Management can help. Back up your data first, then format the 1TB drive and assign it as a separate partition for your other files.

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05-09-2023, 09:58 PM
#2
Set up Windows on an SSD first, then move your program installation to the HDD by adjusting the installation folder.
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Oo_BigBen10_oO
05-09-2023, 09:58 PM #2

Set up Windows on an SSD first, then move your program installation to the HDD by adjusting the installation folder.

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pantoufle06
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05-14-2023, 05:07 AM
#3
No software required. Avoid installing anything on the SSD.
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pantoufle06
05-14-2023, 05:07 AM #3

No software required. Avoid installing anything on the SSD.

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DeathbyFrog
Junior Member
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05-14-2023, 05:47 AM
#4
No, your files are not already on your HDD.
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DeathbyFrog
05-14-2023, 05:47 AM #4

No, your files are not already on your HDD.

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thingul
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05-14-2023, 07:08 AM
#5
Just set up the operating system on the SSD, then add the remaining components to the HDD—no extra software required.
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thingul
05-14-2023, 07:08 AM #5

Just set up the operating system on the SSD, then add the remaining components to the HDD—no extra software required.

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Juan2610
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05-17-2023, 06:01 PM
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To access the default "My[insert name]" folders, right-click on one and select properties. This opens a window with tabs, including "Location," which lets you reassign it to another folder or drive. @ Textosterone. If you need a screenshot, I can capture it for you as well.
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Juan2610
05-17-2023, 06:01 PM #6

To access the default "My[insert name]" folders, right-click on one and select properties. This opens a window with tabs, including "Location," which lets you reassign it to another folder or drive. @ Textosterone. If you need a screenshot, I can capture it for you as well.

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SkullCrusher06
Junior Member
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05-25-2023, 10:21 AM
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Another useful method to keep your operating system separate from your hard drive is by moving your file folders—like desktop, documents—there. Simply open This PC, right-click the desktop icon, and select Properties. Then navigate to Location and update it to point to your SSD so nothing ends up on the HDD. Thanks for the quick win, @Godlygamer23!
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SkullCrusher06
05-25-2023, 10:21 AM #7

Another useful method to keep your operating system separate from your hard drive is by moving your file folders—like desktop, documents—there. Simply open This PC, right-click the desktop icon, and select Properties. Then navigate to Location and update it to point to your SSD so nothing ends up on the HDD. Thanks for the quick win, @Godlygamer23!

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Qydo
Junior Member
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05-25-2023, 02:32 PM
#8
Please add screenshots
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Qydo
05-25-2023, 02:32 PM #8

Please add screenshots

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bballover16
Junior Member
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05-31-2023, 05:16 PM
#9
Ensure you click the right-click menu on the folder in the fourth image.
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bballover16
05-31-2023, 05:16 PM #9

Ensure you click the right-click menu on the folder in the fourth image.