Windows 10: How do I transfer Windows 10 to a new drive?

Discus and support How do I transfer Windows 10 to a new drive? in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Currently, my OS is installed on an SSD. I want to upgrade the size of the SSD, so I want to move the OS to my hard drive, replace the SSD, and move... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Logan', Jul 13, 2023.

  1. LOGAN'
    Logan' Win User

    How do I transfer Windows 10 to a new drive?


    Currently, my OS is installed on an SSD. I want to upgrade the size of the SSD, so I want to move the OS to my hard drive, replace the SSD, and move the OS back to the new SSD. How do I move the storage device the OS is installed on?

    :)
     
    Logan', Jul 13, 2023
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  2. AHHZZ
    Ahhzz Win User

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Jul 13, 2023
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  3. TIMREBSTOCK
    TimRebstock Win User
    How to transfer windows 8/10 to new hard drive

    I have a windows 8 installation disk with licence, I used it to build a computer.

    I have since used the free upgrade to windows 10 on this computer.

    I just purchased a new SSD drive that I want to install in this computer.

    I am looking for step by step instructions on the best way to install or transfer windows 10 to this new drive.

    Do I install the windows 8 and then upgrade to windows 10? Will I have to pay to do that? Do I need to do anything before the install? Take down the key or licence number somewhere? Where do I find that?

    Any help or suggestions would be of great assistance.

    Thanks.
     
    TimRebstock, Jul 13, 2023
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  4. ROBERT CAW
    Robert Caw Win User

    How do I transfer Windows 10 to a new drive?

    Reinstall Windows 10 to new hard drive

    Hi Rodolpho,

    We want to know about the issue you're having with your recovery drive. Please answer the questions below:

    • Are you trying to reinstall Windows 8 or Windows 10?
    • If you already upgraded to Windows 10, were you able to create a new copy of the recovery drive?

    We suggest creating a new copy of the recovery drive and then follow the steps provided by Andre Da Costa above this thread.

    Update us with the outcome so we can assist you further.
     
    Robert Caw, Jul 13, 2023
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