Windows 10: Moving OS to new SSD but keep Programs on HDD

Discus and support Moving OS to new SSD but keep Programs on HDD in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hello, Is there any way to move/clone the OS to a new SSD while keeping the programs on the HDD (and being able to still keep the previous location... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by SEWsam, Jan 7, 2019.

  1. SEWSAM
    SEWsam Win User

    Moving OS to new SSD but keep Programs on HDD


    Hello,

    Is there any way to move/clone the OS to a new SSD while keeping the programs on the HDD (and being able to still keep the previous location association with shortcuts) (example: Shortcut on desktop: Location: (HDD) C:\Users\Sam\Desktop

    Name: Steam

    Target: C:\Program Files(x86)\Steam\Steam.exe


    --> Moved to SSD: Location (SSD, as boot drive): D:\Users\Sam\Desktop

    Name: Steam

    Target: C:\Program Files(x86)\Steam\Steam.exe <--- Target stays the same)


    Is this possible?

    :)
     
    SEWsam, Jan 7, 2019
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  2. HARSHDAVE1
    harshdave1 Win User

    move windows os from ssd to hdd

    How to move windows os from ssd to hdd.
     
    harshdave1, Jan 7, 2019
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  3. ABDULREHMAN AMJAD
    Abdulrehman Amjad Win User
    Is it possible to move the OS from SSD to HDD ?

    hi

    i'm thinking of adding an ssd to my computer but i don't want to format the OS since it's tiring to re-add my emails and other stuff, so i wanted to know is it possible to move the OS from SSD to HDD without reinstalling the window?
     
    Abdulrehman Amjad, Jan 7, 2019
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  4. MUSTAQEEMQUADRY
    MustaqeemQuadry Win User

    Moving OS to new SSD but keep Programs on HDD

    How to move program file on ssd to hdd

    Can anyone please explain in detail if it is possible to make my program files running in OS on SSD to HDD.
     
    MustaqeemQuadry, Jan 7, 2019
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