Windows 10: Install Windows on SSD

Discus and support Install Windows on SSD in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hello,I have purchased a new SSD to upgrade my existing SSD in a laptop. I have made a windows 10 medial install FAT32 format on a usb device.When... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Dale HCM, Aug 21, 2023.

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    Hello,I have purchased a new SSD to upgrade my existing SSD in a laptop. I have made a windows 10 medial install FAT32 format on a usb device.When checking the boot sequence I have 2 options for USB boot up. "USB Memory" and "USB ODD", neither of which allow the laptop to boot from the usb drive. It seems to bypass them and go straight to the original SDD. Ive formatted the USB and re-downloaded and installed the windows 10 media installation files, but still no luck in booting from the usb.I have an external SDD enclosure should it be possible to install windows directly to it, but I am at

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