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Can i use a hdd for storage and a ssd for using windows the way it needs to be u

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Does someone know how to use a hdd for storage and a ssd for booting the drive ?

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Disconnect all Hard Drive data cables, connect SSD data cable (and power cable of course). Install Windows to SSD. Turn of machine , connect HD data cables...do what ya will.


Do some research and do the dozen or so tweaks for SSD's such as moving page file, user files, etc.

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