Windows 10: Install windows 10 on second hard drive

Discus and support Install windows 10 on second hard drive in Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade to solve the problem; If I have a digital key on my hard drive will it let me install windows 10 to my second hard drive or back-up hard drive?... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Installation and Upgrade' started by GeorgeRodak1, May 1, 2021.

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    If I have a digital key on my hard drive will it let me install windows 10 to my second hard drive or back-up hard drive?

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    GeorgeRodak1, May 1, 2021
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    Delta6326, May 1, 2021
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    Windows 10 installation does not recognize second hard drive

    Hello Brian,



    Thank you for posting on Microsoft Community. We regret the inconvenience caused and will assist you in resolving the issue.



    From the above description, I understand you are unable to detect the second hard drive on your computer after upgrading to Windows 10.



    If your computer was able to recognize the second hard disk before Windows 10 upgrade, there are chances of your current hard disk drives being incompatible with the upgraded operating system.



    Update the disk drivers manually from Device manager by following the steps below and check if the issue is resolved.



    • Press Windows logo + X keys on the keyboard and select
      Device manager from the context menu.
    • Expand Disk drives, right click on the second hard disk and select
      Update driver software from the context menu.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions and wait for the update to complete.
    • After the update is complete, close the window and check if the changes are effective.


    Write to us with the status of the issue on the same post for further assistance. Your reply is most important for us to ensure we assist you accordingly.



    Thank you.
     
    Likhitha V, May 1, 2021
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