You should install Steam and Origin on the same drive as your operating system.
You should install Steam and Origin on the same drive as your operating system.
I own a 128GB SSD operating system drive. A 240GB SSD gaming drive is paired with a 2TB RAID 0 setup, all managed by a 2TB RAID 0 drive. Which storage device should I use for Steam and Origin? The OS drive is linked to the RAID 0 (D) and the gaming drive is (M). This question arises because I often reinstall my operating system, aiming for a straightforward game reinstall process. I’ve set up a system where games aren’t backed up, relying instead on the RAID 0 array. I’m considering moving Steam to the D drive. Are others using Intel Rapid Start or Intel Smart Response Technology? These technologies could potentially use the 240GB SSD to enhance performance on the RAID 0 HDD. Anyone have insights? Do you have Steam installed on a different drive besides the C drive? My idea is that during OS reinstallation, Steam remains untouched, preventing future reinstall needs. Each drive serves a distinct role in this setup.
Install Steam and Origin on your main storage, setting their library location to your 240GB game drive. While I prefer the 2TB for general use because GTA V takes up only 30% of that space, you can keep it as a backup. If you're only using it for safety, stick with the 240GB SSD for gaming. Just run their programs on the OS drive.
I don’t consider myself a tech expert, but I admire how easily my games start up and are ready to play using my own setup. It still needs reinstalling each one, which takes about half a minute per game. My method doesn’t require downloading or syncing through Steam. You just use your own storage drives.
My system shows steam activity on the OS disk while game files reside on HDD and SSD based on usage patterns. Pick the storage that suits your play frequency.