Windows 10: How can I remove old HDD, which has system partition on it?

Discus and support How can I remove old HDD, which has system partition on it? in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; Thank you guys, You really saved my ass*Biggrin The problem is solved, I learned so much, so hopefully I won't have any problems in the future with... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by AdamBlack, Dec 28, 2016.

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    How can I remove old HDD, which has system partition on it?


    Great to see you solved it. *Thumbs There is a lot of great tools around, one has just to pick one and follow procedure.

    I know I said this many times before, but... Once you have system set up as you wish, make a backup of it. Macrium reflect is such a great tool, it is unbelievable that it is free to use...
     
    AndreTen, Apr 5, 2018
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