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TheRuke
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Hi, I just got my first SSD and I'm wondering how I can move just my OS to the SSD and keep my HDD as storage.

 

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Heyyo,

You can't in that sense. The only way you could attempt something like that is to first backup your data to another HDD and delete extra data to match the size of the SSD, then clone your HDD to the SSD and then put your data back on your HDD...

Ultimately? Your best bet is to just reinstall your OS from scratch on the SSD. It'll ensure too that you get proper performance. It's the safest and cleanest bet.

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Absolutely agree. When I did it, I did a clean install and am very glad I did. It's probably a little more work initially, but it's going to save you huge headaches down the road.

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do a clean install on the ssd, dont move over an os from a hdd to an ssd without a clean install

fak I just did a clean install a month ago. I didnt think I would get an SSD so soon.

| Case: NZXT Tempest 210 | CPU: Intel Core i5 3570K @ 3.9 Ghz | GPU: ASUS ROG STRIX GTX 1070 | RAM: Crucial Ballistix Tactical 8GB |

| Mouse: Zowie FK1 | Monitor: Acer 21.5' | Keyboard: CoolerMaster Stealth w/ Brown Switches |

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Heyyo,

 

fak I just did a clean install a month ago. I didnt think I would get an SSD so soon.

Such is the way with computers. :P

Here's a handy tool that I saw on an old LTT or NCIX video called Ninite where it'll auto-install some of the basic programs for a fresh OS install. I like it and I use it. :)

https://ninite.com/

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My Android Phone: Exodus Android on my OnePlus One 64bit in Sandstone Black in a Ringke Fusion clear & slim protective case

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