I've got a 256 GB SATA SSD where my operating system is currently installed, along with a 1 TB hard drive. Recently, I purchased a 1 TB NVMe SSD and I'm considering transferring my OS to it. Since my SATA SSD mostly just has the OS, I wouldn't lose much if I decided to migrate. However, I'm a bit worried that putting my OS on the NVMe SSD could cause problems. I've heard it might be better to keep the OS on a separate drive. What do you think?
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Absolutely! You should always aim to have your OS on the fastest drive available. It streamlines operations and improves performance even if you don’t notice it immediately.
Honestly, for everyday use, moving your OS to the NVMe likely won't show any noticeable difference. If your current setup is working fine, it might not be worth the hassle right now.
That whole idea of keeping the OS on a separate drive? Yeah, that hasn't been a thing for a decade. You should definitely install your OS on the NVMe. It's the fastest drive in your setup, and there’s really no downside to having it all on one drive instead of splitting it up. Go for it—no significant drawbacks.
Fresh installs are usually the way to go! If you can, unplug the SATA SSD, install Windows fresh on the NVMe, and once that's up, you can reconnect the SATA and transfer any files over. Then you can wipe the SATA SSD and use it as extra storage.
If you're not experiencing slow boot times with your SATA SSD, you might not need to rush into moving your OS. But if it bothers you, you could always partition the NVMe later. Just remember, when you eventually reinstall your OS, that's the perfect time to switch it over to the NVMe.
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