I recently plugged in an old SSD and want to try out Linux. I've read that it's usually recommended to remove the Windows drive before installing Linux, but since my Windows NVME drive is located behind the GPU, it's difficult to take it out. Is there an alternative way to do this, and how necessary is it to actually remove the Windows drive before installing Linux on my separate SSD? Thanks for your help!
3 Answers
Some BIOS or firmware allow you to disable specific drives or controllers. If you're careful during the installation, you might not need to unplug anything. Just be sure to back up your data and have a Windows installer USB ready in case you need to fix anything later.
You don't have to remove the Windows drive; that's more of a safety measure than a hard rule. Just make sure you're really aware of where you're installing Linux and be mindful of your bootloader options.
Also, if you're curious, make sure you connect your computer to the internet using an Ethernet cable during installation. And once you're done, don't forget to remove the boot media!
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