Windows 10: How do I get my ssd as the main boot drive?

Discus and support How do I get my ssd as the main boot drive? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; My SATA SSD 2.5 is the C drive but my HDD is the boot drive in bios, no option for SDD as a bootable drive that I can select there. and the SSD is set... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Newaz Rabbi, Jul 12, 2024.

  1. NEWAZ RABBI
    Newaz Rabbi Win User

    How do I get my ssd as the main boot drive?


    My SATA SSD 2.5 is the C drive but my HDD is the boot drive in bios, no option for SDD as a bootable drive that I can select there. and the SSD is set to 0 port and when I installed Windows 11 the HDD was plugged in. It's quite impossible for me to re-install Windows will lose tons of data, Help.

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    Newaz Rabbi, Jul 12, 2024
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  2. CHOSEN JUAN
    Chosen Juan Win User

    SSD as Boot Drive? How?

    Well, I have Windows installed on the SSD, along with the drivers and browser. Now, I'm trying to install other stuff (Steam, games, etc.), but the mechanical drive isn't showing. I'm sure I missed a step?
     
    Chosen Juan, Jul 12, 2024
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  3. LUGOO - MSFT
    Lugoo - MSFT Win User
    I couldn't find the both drive SSD and hdd in boot settings to boot

    Hello, Welcome to Microsoft Community.



    Thanks for your feedback, I think you're having trouble finding your SSD and HDD in the boot settings. Here are some steps you can try:



    1. Make sure that both your SSD and HDD are properly connected to your computer.

    2. Restart your computer and enter the BIOS settings.

    3. Look for the "Boot" or "Boot Priority" section in the BIOS settings.

    4. Check if your SSD and HDD are listed in the boot priority list. If they are not, try looking for an option to "Add Boot Option" or "Add New Boot Device".

    5. Select your SSD or HDD from the list of available devices and set it as the first boot option.

    6. Save your changes and exit the BIOS settings.



    If you're still having trouble finding your SSD and HDD in the boot settings, you may want to consult your computer's manual or contact the manufacturer for further assistance.

    Also, I noticed that you transferred the data to your SSD, your problem may also be caused by not correctly writing the boot information. If that's the case, you need to reinstall the system on the new hard drive to get the correct boot information, and then transfer your data to your SSD.

    Disclaimer: Please back up all your important data before performing it.

    Looking forward to your issue being resolved soon.

    Lugoo Bei | Microsoft Community Support Specialist
     
    Lugoo - MSFT, Jul 12, 2024
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  4. LHUNTER664
    lhunter664 Win User

    How do I get my ssd as the main boot drive?

    Cloned SSD Won't boot

    Ok I will do this now. What are the next steps after that to make it my main drive and move everything to it?
     
    lhunter664, Jul 12, 2024
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