Question Can I use my m.2 ssd and hdd in my new pc

[max_davis_12]

Hi Guys,

So I'm building a new pc today everything is being replace except the gpu and storage devices. I have a samsung 970 pro m.2 250gb ssd and 2tb HDD.

My OS is on the m.2 and I'm wondering whether I have to do a fresh install of windows and then all my games onto that drive again or can I just move it over and it will work as normal?

Thanks in advance

 

[computerjoe314]

You don't have to do a full reinstall of windows.
Run DDU, and then transfer it over.

 

[karenjoly]

I'd be very ( x2 ) prepared to reinstall windows . Caveats-install with only the target drive attached, remove the other drive. Second, the board will need to be reactivated so look up what that requires. There are several posts on this, see

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